Story no.119InternationalOngoingRegulation and tariffs +2Serious Several countries (6)30 Oct → 7 Nov23 facts · 79 art.
EU eases CO2 regulation and end of internal combustion engines in 2035
In November 2026, several European Parliament committees and the European Commission spoke in favor of easing CO2 rules, notably the ban on new internal combustion engines planned for 2035, with a plenary vote expected in December. Brussels is considering a new category of neutral fuels and VEEF vehicles, while 2035 emission reduction targets are discussed downward, with figures varying by source. These guidelines apply to the entire European market and draw contrasting reactions: Germany and France call for easing, Italy welcomes flexibility while requesting adjustments or an industrial policy, and Austria criticizes the deal. Environmental NGOs worry about the VEEF category, and automakers remain under pressure from CO2 fines.
In brief
Ongoing story bringing together 23 events in 6 countries (Belgique, Allemagne, France and 3 more), followed from 30 October 2026 to 7 November 2026. 79 articles from 31 sources (regulation and tariffs, plants, jobs and earnings, electric and batteries); last updated on 7 November 2026 at 10:30. Figures reported: 185000 jobs.
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Confirmed(9)
- 13
On November 4, 2026, the European Parliament’s environment committee adopted amendments easing CO2 targets for cars and light commercial vehicles.
13 independent sourcesAuto Infos, AEF info, Le Journal de l'Automobile, autoherald.co.kr, 网通社 +7
- 8
Some new internal combustion engine cars could remain on sale after 2035, with a limited share; a compromise mentions nearly 40% of sales.
8 independent sourceskfz-betrieb.vogel.de, autocar.co.uk, Auto Plus, Caradisiac, Motor1.com +3
- 7
The revision lowers the CO2 emissions reduction target from 100% to 87.5% by 2035.
7 independent sourcesLe Journal de l'Automobile, autoherald.co.kr, Auto Plus, autocar.co.uk, Motor16 +2
- 4
The revision introduces a category of neutral fuels (VEEF) and paves the way for biofuels.
4 independent sourcesDiariomotor, InsideEVs Italia, SICURAUTO.it, Blitz quotidiano
- 4
The European Parliament plenary vote is expected in December.
4 independent sourceselectrive.net, electrive.com, Motor1.com, Motor1.com France
- 3
The text provides for credits or a “Made in EU” label favoring electric vehicles produced in the European Union.
3 independent sourcesAuto Infos, automoto.it, Milano Finanza
- 2
The Environment Committee voted in favor of the easing after the Industry-Transport Committee.
2 independent sourceselectrive.net, electrive.com
- 2
ANFIA welcomes the easing but requests further changes.
2 independent sourcesMotor1.com, Motor1.com France
- 2
Motus-E criticizes the vote while welcoming the maintenance of a high electrification target.
2 independent sourcesMotorionline.com, InsideEVs Italia
Single source so far(1)
- The 87.5% target is lower than the 90% planned in the Franco-German compromise of October 15. (according to Le Journal de l'Automobile)
Updates(4)
- 6 Nov, 18h22CO2 target for vans up to 3.5 t lowered to 80% by 2035.
- 6 Nov, 07h03Nearly 40% of new cars could remain internal combustion engine after 2035 according to the compromise
- 6 Nov, 02h02Negotiations underway to lower the target to 80%
- 6 Nov, 02h02Revised CO2 reduction target: 100% → 87.5% by 2035
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Key terms
- Euro standard
- European Union regulation setting maximum pollutant emission limits for new motor vehicles; several exist depending on vehicle type, and these standards become progressively stricter to reduce air pollution from road transport. Wikipedia
- Electric vehicle
- Means of transport whose propulsion is provided exclusively by one or more electric motors, drawing energy from onboard resources such as an electric battery or an external source. Wikipedia
- Synthetic fuel
- Hydrocarbon blend not derived from petroleum, obtained from another source such as coal, lignite or natural gas, for example via the Gas to liquids process. Wikipedia
- Carbon neutrality
- Global balance between human-caused greenhouse gas emissions and their removal from the atmosphere by humans or as a result of human action, with the difference between emitted and extracted gases then equal to zero; it is also designated by the expression “net zero emissions”. Wikipedia
Timeline
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- 22h03
L'Allemagne et la France contestent le Green Deal automobile
Berlin et Paris plaident pour un assouplissement des règles européennes sur la fin du thermique et les objectifs CO2.
Newsauto.it
- 18h00
Jusqu'à 40 % de voitures neuves thermiques possibles après 2035 ?
Des parlementaires européens évoquent la possibilité de laisser jusqu'à 40 % de voitures neuves thermiques après 2035, dans le cadre de la révision des règles CO2.
L'Auto-Journal
- 16h00
L'UE assouplit les objectifs CO2 2035, les utilitaires légers à -80 %
Le Parlement européen améliore les objectifs CO2 pour 2035, avec un target ramené à 80 % pour les utilitaires jusqu'à 3,5 t, tout en maintenant un règlement unique pour voitures et furgons.
Motor1.com
- 14h15
L'UE pourrait ramener l'objectif CO2 2035 de -87,5 % à -65 %
Selon des informations italiennes, la révision de la réglementation européenne sur les émissions pourrait faire passer l'objectif de réduction de 87,5 % à 65 % pour 2035, dans le cadre de l'assouplissement de la fin du thermique.
SICURAUTO.it
- 06h54
La presse revient sur l'abandon programmé de la fin du thermique
Un article d'analyse revient sur la révision européenne qui enterre l'interdiction des moteurs essence et diesel neufs après 2035.
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Countries concerned
Several countries (6)
Brands concerned
NoneKey figures
- 185,000
- jobs
Highest number recorded in 3 article(s), automatically extracted: please check sources.
Sources by country and language
Press country
| Articles | Outlets | |
|---|---|---|
| France | 27 | 16 |
| Italy | 17 | 12 |
| China | 9 | 7 |
| Spain | 6 | 5 |
| United States | 6 | 3 |
| United Kingdom | 5 | 4 |
| Germany | 4 | 4 |
| Austria | 2 | 2 |
| South Korea | 2 | 2 |
| Brazil | 1 | 1 |
Languages
| Articles | Outlets | |
|---|---|---|
| French | 27 | 16 |
| Italian | 17 | 10 |
| Chinese | 9 | 7 |
| English | 9 | 8 |
| Spanish | 7 | 6 |
| German | 5 | 5 |
| Unknown | 3 | 3 |
| Korean | 2 | 2 |
Country of the outlet (not of the topic), inferred from its address and language. Each outlet counts once per row.
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Events in the story
- EU CO2 fines put automakers under pressure7 Nov
- L'Allemagne et la France contestent le Green Deal automobile6 Nov
- Le Parlement européen vote l'assouplissement de la fin du thermique en 20356 Nov
- L'UE envisage d'assouplir encore la fin du thermique neuf en 20356 Nov
- Jusqu'à 40 % de voitures neuves thermiques possibles après 2035 ?6 Nov
- L'UE assouplit les objectifs CO2 2035, les utilitaires légers à -80 %6 Nov
- L'UE pourrait ramener l'objectif CO2 2035 de -87,5 % à -65 %6 Nov
- La presse revient sur l'abandon programmé de la fin du thermique6 Nov
- Ban on petrol and diesel engines after 2035 dropped6 Nov
- La commission Environnement du Parlement européen vote l'assouplissement des règles CO26 Nov