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Feature | Automotive

December 18th, 2025

Automotive package: Why the industry does not agree

Reactions from manufacturers and suppliers to the Commission’s automotive proposals have been overwhelmingly negative. Few seem satisfied with Brussels’ plans.

By Markus Grabitz

Feature | Car industry

October 8th, 2025

Combustion engine phase-out: How the Commission’s proposal for CO2 regulation could turn out

Ursula von der Leyen’s proposal for the revision of the CO2 fleet limits is unlikely to shake the targets for 2030 and 2035. However, she could propose instruments to make them more flexible so that the industry can meet the targets.

By Markus Grabitz

Opinion | Automotive

September 30th, 2025

Fleets with electric drives: Why manufacturers still prefer the combustion engine

The Commission is preparing a proposal for more zero-emission vehicles in company fleets. In its position, the environmental NGO Transport & Environment (T&E) takes a hard line against the arguments of the manufacturers' association ACEA.

By Stef Cornelis and Susanne Goetz