Debate over End of New Internal Combustion Engine Sales: Klingbeil Demands Job Guarantee from Car Manufacturers - Scholz Demands EU Flexibility on 2035 CO2 Emission Target
At the IAA vehicle exhibition in Munich, the German Finance Minister and SPD leader, Olaf Scholz, demanded that the EU maintain its 2035 car production target for reducing carbon dioxide emissions, while also seeking flexibility in accessing other technologies and investments. This comes as the EU plans to ban new cars with CO2 emissions from that year to combat greenhouse gas emissions in the transport sector.
Scholz's proposal has sparked debate among German politicians. Steffen Bilger of the CDU supports Scholz's call for a compromise, seeing an opportunity to change what he considers 'wrong legislation' in Brussels. However, the head of the 'Wise Men', Schnitzer, warns against overturning the current combustion engine phase-out regulation, citing the automotive industry's readiness to introduce new electric models.
Schnitzer notes that potential buyers are hesitant due to the constant political back and forth about the phase-out. Finance Minister and SPD leader Klingbeil is open to allowing certain models, like plug-in hybrids and range extenders, to run beyond 2035, but only if jobs are secured and climate goals are met. Klingbeil also proposes crediting climate-neutral steel produced in Europe and used in cars towards their CO2 balance to strengthen the steel industry.
The future of the automotive industry in Germany remains uncertain as politicians debate the EU's 2035 emissions target. While Scholz and Klingbeil push for flexibility and compromise, Bilger and Schnitzer hold differing views on the phase-out of combustion engines. The outcome of these discussions will significantly impact the automotive industry's future in Europe.
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