'Ecobonus' to change cars restarts

(ANSA) - ROME, OCT 26 - Italy's 'ecobonus' to change cars from highly polluting vehicles to greener alternatives has restarted and the industry ministry's platform to receive the subsidy will be active from 10 am Wednesday, political sources said Friday evening.
    The government has earmarked 100 million euros for the refinancing scheme, for new and used cars as well as commercial vehicles.
    There will also be a clampdown on electric scooters to stop them being discarded anywhere, and equip them with stop and turning lights.
    The measure also envisages parking areas, a reduction in top speeds and confiscation if modified.
    These moves are contained in an amendment to a transport decree.
    The decree does not extend the use of helmets which remain limited to 14 years of age. (ANSA).