(ANSA) - Rome, December 17 - A proposed 'ecotax' on the purchase of new cars on the basis of the emissions they generate will only apply to some SUVs and luxury cars, Deputy Premier and Labour and Industry Minister Luigi Di Maio said on Monday. The 'ecotax' proposal had reportedly caused tension between Di Maio's 5-Star Movement and their coalition partners in the League.
"We have confirmed that there will be an 'eco-discount' of up to 6,000 euros for electric cars and other non-polluting vehicles, without taxing cars already in circulation or the purchase of new SUVs," Di Maio said. "Only those who decide to buy a diesel or petrol SUV or a luxury super car will pay more".
'Ecotax' to apply only to SUVs, luxury cars
Discount of up to 6,000 euros for low-polluting vehicles