Regulation to Be Softened: Reports: Merz and Macron Close Burner Ban Deal
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Already at the end of last year, the EU Commission proposes a softening of the burner ban. But there is no majority among the member states for a long time. Now, it seems that Berlin is drawing Paris to its side - with corresponding compensation.
Merz and Macron agree on a deal for the car industry: France meets Germany at the burn-out. For this, Germany complies with the "Buy European" guidelines.
Federal Chancellor Merz wants to finally overturn the ban on burners. France has so far blocked it. That's why Berlin wants to make a concession to Paris in the controversial "Made in EU" guidelines.
The plans for a strict EU combustion engine from 2035 onwards continue to wobble. Germany and France are pushing for softened climate targets in order to provide air to the weakening car industry. At the same time, economic expert Nicolas Lieven explains why the fuel discount, which has been in force since October, remains almost ineffective due to the rising oil price.
The EU faces many challenges in the electric transition. Two major countries are now joining forces on a regulation that is important for the European automotive industry.
Germany and France want to avert the EU burner ban with a common position paper.
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