Tata Motors Rejects Easing Emission Norms for Small Cars, Cites Safety Concerns

Imagine cars need to follow rules about how much pollution they can make, like a diet for cars.

Some car companies, like Tata Motors, say these rules should be the same for all cars, big or small, because making cars lighter to meet the rules could make them less safe in accidents.

They believe safety is more important.

But other companies, like Maruti Suzuki, say that the rules are too hard for small, cheaper cars.

They worry that if the rules stay the same, they might have to stop making these small cars, which are important for people who can only afford a little.

They want special, easier rules for the smallest cars so more people can buy them and it's okay for them to be lighter.

The government and car experts are trying to figure out the best way to keep the air clean without making cars unsafe or too expensive.