The automobile industry is one of the most prominent drivers of progress and economic growth. Its products secure worldwide mobility. The production, use and recovery of automobiles all impact the environment. Important environmentally relevant measures and strategies in this context are:

• Observance of emission limitations
• Reduction of CO2 emissions (voluntary commitment)
• Recover of scraped cars

 recycling quotas

 banned materials

• IPP - Integrated Product Policy
• EMAS II - Eco-Management and Audit Scheme
• Sustainable Development 
• DfE - Design for Environment
• DfR - Design for Recycling
• The responsibility of all contributors along the chain of value-added, taking into account all phases of the life cycle