The end for combustion cars: what the EU ban from 2035 really means!

Approval and rejection across the political spectrum

The decision was received differently by various political groups. Groups such as the Greens and social democratic parties support the ban, as it is an important step towards achieving the climate targets. They argue that the transport sector is one of the largest emitters of greenhouse gases and that a rapid transition to zero-emission vehicles is necessary.

Conservative parties and groups such as the European People's Party (EPP), which includes the CDU / CSU, were more skeptical. They fear economic disadvantages for the automotive industry and possible burdens for consumers. The CSU is particularly critical, emphasizing in its campaigns that an abrupt ban on combustion engines could endanger the labour market and Europe's competitiveness.

Future of combustion engines after 2035

After 2035, vehicles with combustion engines may continue to drive on EU roads as long as they are already registered. There are no plans to forcibly withdraw existing vehicles from circulation. However, the market for used combustion vehicles could be affected by the regulations. In the long term, it is expected that the proportion of zero-emission vehicles will steadily increase and that combustion engines will gradually become less important.

Conclusion

The EU's so-called "combustion engine ban" from 2035 is actually a ban on the sale of new vehicles with combustion engines and not a general ban. It is aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting the transition to zero-emission vehicles. While some political groups and parties support the ban, there are also critical voices that cite economic and technological concerns.