European Parliament Voting Analysis — Automotive — May 18–21, 2026
During the May 18–21, 2026 voting block, the European Parliament focused on strengthening vehicle safety standards across the EU.
EP voting block May 18–21, 2026. Per-bill sections, sorted most-contested first.
1 bills
42.0% avg margin
0 close calls (<20%)
1 bills went to a roll-call vote in this voting block.
Most contested: Periodic roadworthiness tests and technical roadside inspection (Roadworthiness (Passed, 42.0% margin).
Patriots saw the most party-line defections (12).
During the May 18–21, 2026 voting block, the European Parliament focused on strengthening vehicle safety standards across the EU. The main legislative action was the adoption of the Roadworthiness package, which updates requirements for periodic roadworthiness tests and technical roadside inspections. This measure aims to harmonize inspection protocols among member states, including Germany, France, Italy, and others, to improve road safety and environmental compliance. The package reflects ongoing efforts to ensure a consistent regulatory framework for vehicles operating throughout the European Union.
Periodic roadworthiness tests and technical roadside inspection (Roadworthiness package)
This bill updates EU rules on periodic roadworthiness tests and technical roadside inspections for vehicles, aiming to improve road safety and reduce environmental harm from older or poorly maintained vehicles. The legislation sets harmonized standards for vehicle checks across Member States, addressing disparities that have affected cross-border transport and enforcement. The Roadworthiness package is part of the EU’s broader efforts to align transport safety and environmental objectives, with implications for national inspection regimes and the automotive sector.
A10-0139/2026
No final vote recorded
Latest vote: Y 369 · N 126 · A 84
Latest gap 243 votes (42.0%)
Party split
Yes
No
Abstain
• marks parties with <75% internal cohesion
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Broke with party on this vote
- Patriots 12: Aldo Patriciello (Y), Anna Maria Cisint (Y), Isabella Tovaglieri (Y), Jana Nagyová (A), Jaroslava Pokorná Jermanová (A), Jaroslav Bžoch (A), Klara Dostalova (A), Ondřej Knotek (A) …
- EPP 1: Branko Grims (A)
