Europe: Ursula von der Leyen promises an action plan to help car manufacturers
As of now, the European Commission does not intend to reconsider its regulation that will ban the sale of new combustion and hybrid cars in Europe from January 1, 2035. However, a review clause is scheduled to be examined in 2026. But, faced with the growing difficulties encountered by European car manufacturers, due…
CAFE 2025: Stellantis expected to purchase CO2 emission credits from Tesla
The issue of CO2 emissions is becoming critical for European automakers. Imposed by the EU, the CAFE regulation (Corporate Average Fuel Economy) requires these same automakers, under penalty of fines, to meet an annual average maximum of CO2/km emissions across all productions. Knowing that CAFE 2025 will be tightened…
Electric cars: “40% more expensive by 2030,” says Luca de Meo
As he steps down from the alternating presidency of the ACEA (European Automobile Manufacturers' Association), Luca de Meo (CEO Renault Group - CEO Ampere) foresees a very dark future for the European automotive market related to electric cars. In an interview with the Dutch media De Tijd, Luca de Meo explains why the…