Merz: 'Banning combustion engines is the wrong approach'

At the IAA, the chancellor is questioning the decision to phase out combustion engines from 2035 – and is thus seeking conflict with his coalition partner. Commission President von der Leyen is meeting with CEOs from the automotive industry on Friday.

Lukas Knigge, Markus Grabitz

10. September 2025

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Last updated: 10. September 2025