In the duel on the electric car as 2035, Europe plays in risk. The stake is the entire European climatic policy from here to 2050, when it is indeed committed to reaching zero net emissions. Let’s understand why.
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with two rhetorical artifices (but it would be better to define them simply “phrases made”) the automotive industry and European political decision makers, from Ursula von der Leyen a Mario Draghi just the day before yesterday, they are ready on the battlefield of zero emissions cars from 2035. they are “technological neutrality” e “pragmatic approach“They play well, but they don’t want to say anything.
Technological neutrality and pragmatic approach? Retoric weapons of mass distraction
The technological neutrality is already there. No official document denies it: Brussels simply establishes that from 2035 they can be registered in the EU onyl cars to zero unloading emissions. Too bad that today only one technology allows him: the electric one. indeed nessun car maker He has still put on the market a “technologically neutral” thermal car, that is, powered by biocarbulator, e-fuel or hydrogen (and those who launched a hydrogen Fuel Cell sold it in homeopathic quantities).
On the contrary, all European cars already have An entire range of tested electric carssold to tens of thousands also in Europe. It is a market that absorbed a total of 1.9 million last year and, with a growth of 25% from January to July, could reach 2.5 million units at the end of 2025.In the world we are almost 18 million, of which about 7 only in China.
L’pragmatic approach it is even a joke, albeit well told.What’s more pragmatic than rolling up the sleeves to do everything possible against an imminent catastrophe? Maybe waste time and postpone, hoping in the star? Or pretend to be able to produce cars that are not there?
Everyone knows that both artifices are Retoric weapons of mass distraction. Including those who coined them and who, repeating them every day, managed to impose them in official documents as well as in the worst suburban bars.
having still a minimum of salt in the pumpkin, therefore, we should ask ourselves: from what would they like to distract us? From the real goal, of course: Melt the 2035 tagliola fully for light transport. Then gradually the European climatic strategy of the Green deal as a whole and, the Paris agreement that engages the 197 countries adhering to the UN to reset the clear carbon emissions by 2050.
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The EU’s 2035 Combustion Engine Ban: A Reality Check
The European Union’s decision to effectively ban the sale of new combustion engine vehicles by 2035 is facing increasing scrutiny and potential setbacks. What was once presented as a firm commitment to a green future is now riddled with uncertainty, fueled by political shifts, industry lobbying, and a growing awareness of the practical challenges involved.
The Shifting Sands of Policy
the initial agreement, championed by the European Commission under Ursula von der Leyen, aimed to accelerate the transition to electric vehicles (EVs) and reduce carbon emissions. However, recent developments suggest a weakening of resolve. Italy, led by Giorgia Meloni, has been a vocal critic, arguing that the ban doesn’t adequately consider the economic and social implications for its automotive industry and citizens. They’ve successfully pushed for a review of the regulations.
Germany, traditionally a strong supporter of the ban, is also showing signs of hesitation. Concerns about affordability and the readiness of charging infrastructure are mounting. The powerful German automotive industry,while investing heavily in EVs,has also cautioned against a premature and inflexible transition.
The Role of Political Players
Mario Draghi, the former Italian Prime Minister, initially played a balancing role, attempting to bridge the gap between the EU’s enterprising climate goals and the concerns of member states. Though, his departure has left a void, and the current government is taking a more assertive stance. Ursula von der Leyen finds herself navigating a complex political landscape, attempting to maintain unity while facing growing opposition.
France, too, is contributing to the uncertainty. While publicly committed to the 2035 target, internal debates and industry pressures are creating a sense of ambiguity. The combined weight of these three major economies – Germany, France, and Italy – is significantly impacting the future of the ban.
