The European Parliament has approved a ban on the taste of fuel cars by 2035. The measure is part of an EU "package" of climate measures aimed at reducing pollutant emissions by 55% and is therefore called "Fitfor55". From 2035 it will not be allowed to sell cars with gasoline or gasoline. The amendment received 339 votes in favor and 249 against; 24 abstained.
What will be the impacts on the economy? Banning the sale of fuel-powered cars will have a huge impact on the automotive industry sector that within this expiration need to be deeply converted.
While the measure has yet to be debated by the Council and member governments for adoption in law, parliamentary voting is seen as the most crucial step in the process. Full approval is likely to mean a drop in sales for hybrid cars and a rapid transition to fully electric models.
A center-right parliamentary faction had voiced opposition to the 100% ban by 2035. Some lawmakers had instead called for a 90% ban, meaning one-tenth of all new car sales could to still be with combustion engines.
The commission initially announced a plan to phase out combustion engine cars in August last year. To facilitate the transition to electric cars, the Commission said it would ask the 27 EU member states to expand their vehicle charging capacity.
Charging points will be installed every 60 kilometers on major highways and the minimum tax rate for petrol and diesel will be increased.