Although the ban on combustion engines will not be touched for the time being, the CO₂ fleet limits for new cars are likely to be softened. The EU ambassadors have already agreed. However, experts warn against this step.
By Lukas Knigge
The position of German premium brands such as Audi, Mercedes and BMW in China is beginning to crumble. Young domestic EV manufacturers increasingly snatch their customers.
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Frans Timmermans is not a fan of synthetic fuels in private vehicles. The Commission Vice President wants to exclude e-fuels from the fleet rules for car manufacturers. However, the word from Berlin is that Ursula von der Leyen will push him to present the proposal on e-fuels the Environment Council has called for.
By Markus Grabitz
On Tuesday, the EU Environment Council is to decide on the position of the 27 member states on fleet limits. The FDP ministers have just reignited the debate about phasing out internal combustion vehicles in 2035 in this country, even though it had actually ended long ago. This could have an impact on the voting behavior of other member states.
By Lukas Knigge
