Petrol, Diesel Cars After 2035? Germany, France Push EU To Relax EV Rules Amid China Challenge

Europe is reconsidering its plan to effectively end sales of new petrol and diesel cars from 2035. Germany and France are pushing for greater flexibility, including a proposal that would require carmakers to cut average CO2 emissions by 90% rather than 100% compared with 2021 levels.

Supporters say European carmakers such as Volkswagen, BMW and Renault need more time as they battle high costs, weak demand and growing competition from Chinese EV manufacturers. But critics warn that relaxing the rules could slow Europe’s electric-vehicle transition and discourage investment in batteries and charging infrastructure.

With EV and hybrid registrations growing while petrol and diesel sales decline, is Europe protecting its car industry — or risking falling further behind China?

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