Italy pushes for early review of EU's 2035 combustion engine ban

Italian officials have called for an early review of the European Union’s plan to ban sales of new internal combustion engine (ICE) cars by 2035. They argue the plan should be revised to account for changing market conditions, particularly given the slowdown in Europe's automotive industry. The right-wing government in Italy, led by Giorgia Meloni, believes the European Commission should grant member states more flexibility in choosing technologies to meet decarbonization targets. While Italy supports the EV development, officials emphasize the need for a broader mix of propulsion systems.