The German government is refusing to agree to European Union plans to effectively ban the sale of new internal combustion engine cars from 2035, announced German Finance Minister Christian Lindner. In an effort to reduce global warming emissions by 55% by 2030 compared to 1990 levels, the European Commission has proposed a 100% reduction in CO2 emissions from new cars by 2035. This means that from that point on, internal combustion engine cars will no longer be available for sale.
European Parliament lawmakers supported these proposals earlier this month ahead of negotiations with EU member states on the final legislation. Speaking at an event organised by the Federation of German Industries (BDI), Lindner stated that there will still be opportunities for internal combustion engines.
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