Fuel and Vehicle Standards Legislation Amendment (Reducing Vehicle Pollution) 2022

# Fuel and Vehicle Standards Legislation Amendment (Reducing Vehicle Pollution) 2022 ## What it does This bill tightens the rules for petrol quality sold in Australia, requiring cleaner fuel from January 2024. It limits how much sulfur and aromatic compounds can be in petrol, and allows the government to adopt even stricter European fuel standards if those become the global norm. ## Why it matters Cleaner petrol means less pollution from cars and better air quality, especially in cities. It also ensures Australian fuel standards keep pace with international best practice, so imported vehicles work properly and manufacturers don't have to make different cars for different countries. ## Key details - **Starts 1 January 2024**: New petrol must have no more than 10 mg/kg of sulfur and maximum 35% aromatic compounds - **European standards clause**: If stricter European fuel standards come into effect overseas, Australia will automatically adopt them within 6 months — keeping our rules aligned globally - **Testing methods**: Compliance is measured using established international testing procedures (ASTM standards), so there's a clear, objective way to check if fuel meets requirements