Von der Leyen Stands Firm on 2035 Combustion Engine Ban Despite Industry Pushback
Brussels - September 12, 2025, 01:20 a.m. – as EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen prepares to meet with automotive industry leaders this Friday, a leaked strategy paper reveals her unwavering commitment to the 2035 ban on the sale of new combustion engine vehicles. the move comes amidst intense lobbying from German automakers seeking to soften the regulations.
According to the document, obtained by Handelsblatt, the EU Commission believes climate-