Only 0-emission cars will be sold in EU by 2035
What's the story
The European Commission has reiterated its zero CO2 emissions target for all new cars sold in the European Union (EU) by 2035. The announcement came today, with Transport Commissioner Apostolos Tsitsikostas saying, "We stick to the 2035 targets, which means that we stick to the 2025, 2030 and of course the 2035 targets." The Commission also said car manufacturers in Europe will now have three years instead of one year to comply with the new 2025 emission standards.
Intermediate goals
EU's commitment to intermediate emission targets
The European Commission has also reiterated its commitment to intermediate emission targets for 2025 and 2030. These interim goals are part of a broader strategy aimed at reducing carbon emissions from vehicles in the EU. The extended timeframe given to car manufacturers is expected to facilitate a smoother transition toward these ambitious long-term objectives, while still maintaining pressure on the industry to reduce emissions significantly.
Figures
Tesla's sales are down
In related news, sales of Tesla cars are declining in Europe. For the first two months of 2025, Tesla's sales are down by 71% in Germany and 44% in France. They are the biggest EV markets in the European Union. However, in the UK, Tesla's registrations have gone up by 11% during the same time period.