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BMW says the EU’s push to phase out combustion engines ignores customer demand and threatens the automotive industry’s future.
BMW says the EU’s push to phase out combustion engines ignores customer demand and threatens the automotive industry’s future.
BMW Stands Firm on Engine Options
Unlike rivals, BMW never pledged to go fully electric. It wants buyers to choose between combustion and electric power, not be forced into EVs.
EU Ban Risks Major Industry Fallout
BMW’s tech chief warns that banning gas engines without proper infrastructure or customer input is reckless and could “kill an industry.”
‘Customers Should Decide’
BMW argues buyers—not politicians—should steer the future of mobility. The company insists that freedom of choice remains key.
Mercedes Echoes the Alarm
BMW isn’t alone. Mercedes’ CEO also warned that the EU is heading toward a crash, as automakers reassess full-EV plans.
EV Sales Still Lagging Behind
Despite growth, EVs made up just 15.6% of EU sales in early 2025. That number rises to 17.4% across Europe, but it’s still far from majority adoption.
BMW’s Combustion Legacy Runs Deep
From three-cylinder engines to V-12s in Rolls-Royce, BMW’s diverse combustion lineup powers its global success—and many other brands.
Europe’s Market Still Matters Most
BMW sold nearly 500,000 cars in Europe in H1 2025—more than in Asia or the U.S.—making the EU’s decisions especially impactful.
Industry Pushes for Policy Rethink
With a review of the 2035 ban looming, BMW and others are urging the EU to reconsider before it triggers job losses and economic fallout.
