Should the government implement stricter emissions standards for diesel vehicles?

No

No, provide incentives instead of penalties to create fuel alternatives

No, and eliminate the EPA

No, wait until clean technology is readily available and affordable before reducing the use of combustion.

No, Wait until cleaner technologies become more accessible and less expensive. The carbon emission reduction is being rushed.

Yes but only after the necessary infrastructure has been implemented with affordable alternatives widely rolled out.

Diesel is actually more economical and more environmentally friendly than petrol for long distance driving. So it's a grey area

i think it is a difficult question to answer as it could lead to the loss of jobs and business crisis however it limits the amount of carbon into the world

depends because some people cannot afford other vehicles but also stricter emissions standards would improve the environment

They should be banned

Encourage the move to electric vehicles

No, not right now, you can start penalising drivers for this when the infrastructure for charging points is no where near up to scratch and if the cost of an electric car or hybrid is that much higher than a diesel.

I dont have a diesel car

No, keep the current regulations and provide more incentives for alternative fuel sources.

Government should invest in greener transport and help people to phase out

Possible methods and ways of supporting people to become educated regarding implications

Slowly implement them to give them a chance.

For smaller diesel vehicles the rule shouldn’t apply

Yes, but only for businesses. Private owners shouldn't bear the burden of corporate pollution.

The EPA is a US thing.

No, because these vehicles are most commonly owned by poorer citizens who can’t afford expensive new cars.

I think stricter standards are needed but they should not come into play just yet because electric vehicles are not affordable and therefore not accessible to everyone yet therefore it’ll be the poor being punished

Yes but provide greater electrica vehicle transition support to reflect socioeconomic status of individuals and encourage businesses to I prove their vehicles and emission efficiency transparency

There should be incentives that make renewables and lower emissions more profitable than fossil fuels and higher emissions, as this will encourage companies to pursue them willingly rather than being forced to. But regulations on emissions should very much still exist and be enforced, as they are crucial for ensuring that no company exploits the move by basing itself in fossil fuels and carbon-producing industries.

i think pepole should use less dieasl beacuse pepole are using loads and its not far on the greenhouse gas and the world

The companies who are making high emissions engines should be punished, not the consumers who are then taxed for them.

many individuals are unable to afford new cars and are left with ones with diesel, if they got rid of there car they would not be able to afford a new one, making this unfair on those on a lower budget.

Only, if they are seriously causing harm, the emissions standards in UK is already quite strict now, too strict would harm business and eventually consumers as well.

Neutral lean no, considering the potential harm it could do to low-income drivers. I would happily support it if impacts against low-income drivers are mitigated.

No, but provide incentives instead of penalties to create fuel alternatives - Biodiesel should be prioritised as a fuel source as it’s sustainable and more financially viable to both produce & convert existing engines (as opposed to building an entirely new vehicle around an electric battery)

This only works if we enable vehicle manufacturers the ability to gain easy finance for investment into green technology

We were all told to change to diesel by the government and as soon as we did the cost of diesel went up. If change is what is needed then the government needs to help

Yes, but while simultaniously providing affordable, environmentally friendly alternatives to those who cannot afford to upgrade their vehicles.

Yes, but have these emission standards be relative to income. Those who are impoverished may be pardoned more compared to those who are rich. Gradually, as socialism becomes established, implement a more universal standard.

The UK is a green zone stop looking at the UK and look to the east where there is a clear pollutance

Controls need to be introduced on older cars and trucks as a modern diesel is better for the environment then a 5-6 year old petrol.

A better solution would be to understand that with 20mins restrictions on roads vehicles are not running at their most fuel efficient, therefore causing worse air quality. Move cycle lanes to side roads, where possible, and speed up traffic on trunk or through roads. Less congestion and more efficient use of fuel resulting in lower emissions.

No, but there should be fines and driving bans for anyone that drives a vehicle that spouts out black smoke.

Government should implement a fund to help those who can't afford to buy a newer car that has reduced emissions but trading in diesel cars and recycling them

This would be nice but affordability directs me to diesels so the poorer people again would be penalised. Maybe large transport firms should be considered

No. Carbon dioxide is beneficial for the environment however particulate matter should have much higher standards.

If they do help those who already have diesel vehicles who cannot simply stop and upgrade their cars.

Unless there are safety nets to help people switch away from diesel vehicles then financially penalising motorists isn't fair.

With time we will all need to be greener but arbitrary dates as all parties have offered are pointless don’t say it if it can’t be done, currently the most cost effective and reliable transport including tubes buses etc

Electric trains should be encouraged as a long term clean replacement, but stricter standards should be considered in the short term.

Yes and no, certain implementations could be added that make them safer but not making the diesel vehicles more expensive.

Yes but there needs to be an incentive for people earning less to be able to afford different means of transport by car

Yes - gradually with time and when cost of living is significantly reduced, so replacing diesel vehicles is more affordable.

It should, but with support to Users so they are not financially penalised and encouraged to switch to cleaner fuels

No...but encouragment to inventors to filter to invent something to filter the fumes a bit more safely or some sort of additive to address the situation

Yes, but only for newer vehicles as it would a have a negative effect on those not able to buy a new vehicle.

Yes but add further incentive or opportunity for people to be able to make the switch to eco friendly vehicles

Stricter emissions standards should be implemented over time to cover financial burden & systematic issue of the consumer.

Not at the expense of people having to buy a new vehicle...someone meeds to invent something to add to the diesel or vehicle to clean it up.

Just phase them out by a certain date. Penalise the manufacturers, not the people who can't afford to buy electric.

Not yet as electric vehicles aren’t affordable at the moment and the creation of electricity is not sustainable. One we can create green electricity and electric cars are cheaper then yes

Yes but over a clear time frame with a warning to be given to all buyers of new vehicles. And info about this available when checking all license plates.

Yes, but over time. Each time this policy is implemented it negatively affects the least wealthy most.

Emissions standards are important, but pcp loans should be on a minimum 5 years and larger, heavier vehicles (SUVs) should be taxed at a higher rate to encourage the use of vehicles which take less resources to manufacture and cause less wear and tear of road.

The government should look into emissions within the underground system and leave modern, efficient diesel vehicles alone

Yes for general population but consideration for industry needs to be made - are there affordable options for farmers to buy more sustainable machinery yet?! I think not. Sane for HGVs

No, it's not our fault that companies aren't giving us any other option that's reasonable value and is actually good for the environment

Absolutely not..

Yes, for corporate owned vehicles, no for personal consumer vehicles. This problem should be handled by the free market rather than government intervention.

No At this juncture. It would make more sense to boycott or raise the emission issues of China and Australia why a tiny improvement would outweigh any small, by comparison, diesel changes in the UK.

Not while there is still no viable alternative. Electric cars are still not good for the environment.

As diesil ownership was promoted by government of info presented to them I thinktheir information gathering and appraisal is too subjective
A robust affordable public transport network and dedicated cycle routes should compliment all forms of transport and all aiming to be less polluting.

Yes but larger diesel vehicles, for example buses,Lorry's and vans to avoid the kickback to the general public. Big businesses should be footing the bill

No, the government previously encouraged consumers to buy diesel, it is the governments lapse in their judgement. Not the consumers to blame

Only if it is to incentivise alternatives rather than just exploiting people who have the misfortune to have bought a diesel vehicle

It depends because some people cannot afford other vehicles but also stricter emissions standards would improve the environment

Yes and they should financially help those on low incomes to switch to greener, more expensive vehicles.

Diesel cars were sold to us as a cleaner fuel, by the government. Lots of people invested, and now can not afford to change. In an ideal world, yes stricter rules regarding diesel.

yes, but implement in on corporations and encourage and reward greener vehicle designs and research.

I don't think there needs to be stricter regulation. Car manufacturers have long moved away from diesel-powered vehicles so it seems as long current emissions standards for diesels are effective.

the government should focus upon updating older cars, and eliminating all waste and emissions caused by the production of cars.

There should be an incentive for people to get their diesel cars converted to run on gas and not be penalised for what fuel their car uses. People should be given a grant from the government to pay for the conversion.

No, people with older diesel cars that can’t afford to pay monthly for a new car or change to a newer petrol car should not be punished.Diesel cars do not contribute hugely to climate issues. To make changes to petrol and electric cars funding should be provided to those on lower incomes that require their car for work and those on lower income should not have to pay clean air zone and ULEZ charges. Use of Private jets etc should be controlled and taxed heavily.

Add more specific detail. The stricter emission standards should be implemented unless the driver has a valid reason which has proper documentation which has been confirmed

Yes but over time, as not everyone can ditch their diesel vehicle, as electric vehicles are very expensive.

Yes, but they should also take into consideration the financial issues of families. So if a family only has one car, it is diesel and they aren’t in the best financial situation then it should be lighter on them than a company which is very successful and are financially stable.

The government should bring forward the date after which diesel vehicles can no longer be purchased, to 2028.

So long as there is help for the poorest diesel car owners to transition. This could very easily penalise the poorest in society

No, they should spend the time and money it would take to do this on funding and researching alternative fuels/power supplies, fossil fuels are not the future and there is no point spending valuable time and money on them.

I believe diesel vehicles should be phased out of production unless they meet very strict emission standards, but not everyone can afford to replace their cars so it becomes a class/ economic problem.

The waste product from both petrol and Diesel manufacture is far worse for emissions. We should car share.

Other standards should be addressed in regulation, like electric SUVs that damage the roads and cause noise pollution whilst paying no road tax

No, there are bigger causes of emissions than diesel vehicles and incentives can be given to low emission vehicles instead

The government need to reduce the cost of train fairs as a priority if they really want to cut down emissions, this will help with less cars on the roads and lower emissions

No, The government should implement incentive based policies to encourage transition away from diesel vehicles