A debate in the European Parliament highlighted the split among MEPs regarding the European Commission's de facto ban on new petrol and diesel car sales from 2035. While the Commission argues that this creates certainty for manufacturers, critics like Jens Gieseke claim the transition is unprepared due to insufficient infrastructure. The automotive industry faces significant fines if CO2 emission targets are not met by 2025. Mohammed Chahim emphasized the need to maintain climate policy despite competition from China in the electric vehicle sector.