EU Decides: No More Combustion Engines After 2035

Parliament Votes Overwhelmingly in Favor of Emissions-Free Vehicles

European Union Moves to Phase Out Fossil Fuels

The European Parliament has voted overwhelmingly to ban the sale of new gasoline and diesel-powered cars and vans starting in 2035, a major step towards reducing greenhouse gas emissions and combating climate change.

The decision, which was supported by the majority of EU member states, including Germany, will effectively end the era of the internal combustion engine in Europe. By 2035, all new vehicles sold in the EU will have to be zero-emission vehicles, such as electric or hydrogen-powered cars.

The only exception to the ban will be for vehicles that run on synthetic fuels, known as e-fuels, which are produced from renewable energy sources. However, the use of e-fuels is expected to be limited, as they are still relatively expensive and not widely available.

The EU's decision is a significant setback for the automotive industry, which has been lobbying against the ban. However, the move is welcomed by environmental groups, who say it is necessary to meet the EU's ambitious climate goals.