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Jack Gramenz and Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson

Scrapping vehicle rules could crash emission goals

Critics say a coalition plan to axe emissions fines 'is like having road rules without enforcement'. (Con Chronis/AAP PHOTOS)

The coalition's pledge to put the brakes on fines for high-polluting vehicles has split the automotive industry, with some groups arguing it would halt progress on emissions while others called it a necessary overhaul.

Opposition leader Peter Dutton announced proposal on Friday, revealing an elected coalition government would scrap financial penalties under Australia's New Vehicle Efficiency Standard. 

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