German Ministers Push for EU Automotive Regulation Changes
Bavarian Minister Markus Söder (CSU) and Lower Saxony Minister Olaf Lies (SPD) have joined forces to push for changes to EU's automotive regulations. They argue that the current 2035 target date for phasing out internal combustion engine cars is no longer realistic. The ministers aim to introduce these proposals at this week's EU Automotive Conference.
Söder and Lies propose a compromise: allowing hybrid vehicles to remain on sale after 2035. They believe this will help maintain industrial competitiveness and encourage innovation. The ministers also suggest increasing the proportion of climate-neutral fuels in gasoline and reducing electricity tax to make electric cars more affordable.
However, the ministers differ in their approach to CO2 fleet limits for electric vehicles post-2035. Söder supports stricter limits to accelerate climate goals, while Lies advocates for a balanced approach that considers both environmental and economic interests.
The ministers' proposals aim to balance environmental concerns with industrial competitiveness. They will present these ideas at the EU Automotive Conference this Thursday, seeking to influence the EU's automotive regulations.
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