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Germany urges von der Leyen to soften 2035 car ban
Germany has appealed directly to European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, urging her to ease the EU’s 2035 ban on new petrol and diesel cars. Chancellor Friedrich Merz confirmed he will send a formal letter requesting exemptions for hybrid and “highly efficient” combustion engines – at the very moment European cities, including Malaga, are introducing strict low-emission rules with… Source
Brussels will maintain and maintain the sale of petrol and diesel engines beyond 2035. Germany’s pressure has dented in the European Commission (EC) which now opens the door to removing the rule requiring car manufacturers to only market 100% electric cars in 10 years and to include other efficient solutions such as electronic fuels and biofuels.
Carmakers Volvo and Polestar Call on EU to Uphold 2035 Ban on Petrol Vehicles
Volvo’s leadership has echoed that concern, saying a delay would not only underline the EU’s climate goals but could also weaken the continent’s industrial transition. Swedish automakers Volvo and Polestar have publicly urged EU policymakers not to backtrack on the bloc’s 2035 ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel cars, as mounting pressure from Germany and parts of the industry threatens to reopen the debate. The plea comes at a delicate mom…
Today's news - On 10 December, Ursula von der Leyen was expected to make very long-awaited decisions on the deadline of 2035, the relaxation of C02 standards, local content and small e-cars. But this could be postponed until January. The fault of manufacturers, equipment manufacturers, divided EU countries or too many demands? A little of the four at a time.
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