Combustion Engine Ban: Seven EU Countries Want to Maintain 'Ambitious Course'

Seven EU member states are calling for the bloc to maintain its ambitious course toward electric vehicles, pushing back against reported German demands for concessions on the phase-out of combustion engines. The countries have warned that weakening CO2 reduction laws could endanger the transition to electrification.

According to a report by AFP, these nations have emphasized the need to preserve an "ambitious course" in favor of electric cars. Their joint appeal highlights concerns that any relaxation of climate goals could undermine the progress made in promoting electric mobility.

The move signals a potential division within the EU on climate policy, particularly concerning the pace and implementation of the transition away from fossil fuel-powered vehicles. The seven states are signaling their intent to use a blocking minority if necessary to prevent any watering down of the current CO2 targets.