France and Spain reaffirm their support for banning the sale of cars with internal combustion engines by 2035, despite pressure from Germany.

France and Spain reaffirm their support for banning the sale of new cars with internal combustion engines in the European Union, a measure set for 2035, which Germany is trying to re-evaluate. This ban is part of the European Green Deal, but it is contested by car manufacturers who are calling for a relaxation of the regulations.

The European Commission confirms that the objective remains, but it will be re-evaluated in 2026, and manufacturers hope for flexibilizations. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has promised to fight for the lifting of the ban, but France and Spain emphasize that the review will not affect the zero emissions target. The two countries support flexibility, but only in favor of the European automotive sector. This discussion took place in the context of a change in approach by the European Commission, which is reviewing previous environmental measures.