The European Union’s 2035 ban on the sale of new gasoline and diesel cars has been softened. New cars sold after that date must be “zero emission” according to current regulations, but automakers, especially those in Germany, have vigorously pushed for exceptions.
The European Commission’s proposed plan would require that 90% of new automobiles sold starting in 2035 be zero-emission, down from 100%. The European Automakers Association (ACEA) claims that there is currently insufficient market demand for electric vehicles and that manufacturers could face “multi-billion euro” fines if the regulations are not changed.
The remaining 10% may include hybrid vehicles and traditional gasoline- or diesel-powered vehicles. Automakers are expected to use biofuels and “e-fuels,” which are synthesized from captured carbon dioxide, to offset the additional emissions from these vehicles.
Additionally, they will be required to use low-carbon steel produced in the EU in their automobiles. The move’s opponents have cautioned that it could jeopardize the shift to electric vehicles and expose Europe to foreign competition.
T&E, a green transportation organization, has cautioned that the UK should not undermine its own plans to phase out the sale of conventional cars under the Zero Emission Vehicles Mandate in order to follow the EU’s lead.
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