Europe delays 2035 gas car ban as EV sales stall
Europe is rethinking its big plan to ban new gas and diesel cars by 2035.
Instead, the latest proposal aims for a 90% cut in tailpipe emissions from that year, after pressure from countries like Germany and Italy and worries over slow electric vehicle (EV) sales.
The move still needs approval from the European Parliament.
Why does it matter?
This shift means hybrids and some gas-powered cars could stick around longer, which might slow down the switch to fully electric rides.
While the plan hopes to boost affordable small EU-made EVs, critics worry it could also delay better charging networks and real climate progress—especially since plug-in hybrids often pollute more than people think.
For anyone hoping for cleaner cities or cheaper EVs soon, this change is a pretty big deal.