Germany is wary of Europe’s ban on fossil fuel cars by 2035… Too expensive, not technically feasible
Via P Gosselin on 18. February 2023
When the EU Parliament voted on February 14 to ban the registration of new fossil fuel-powered cars starting in 2035, it seemed like the madness of the idea was just beginning to surface for those who were granted access to it. supposed to take a critical stance much sooner.
What’s more, it seems that even ordinary German citizens are finally casting doubt on the frenzy of e-mobility, as a new Allensbach survey shows.
“Many people in Germany remain apprehensive about the widespread use of electric cars, mainly due to their high cost,” the German report said. Power outage news here. “Although the majority of respondents believe electric drive will be established in the next ten years, only 22% think this is desirable.”
There are a number of reasons why Germans don’t believe in the idea of electric cars, among them: the environmental impact of the extraction of raw materials for the production of batteries and the recycling process after the life cycle. Another problem is the limited range and heavy weight of electric cars. The biggest reason why Germans aren’t inclined to switch to electric cars is the high price tag.
“According to the survey, the main concerns for electric cars are the purchase price, limited number of charging stations, expensive electricity and doubts about the environmental balance, as well as reduced electricity purchases that are currently under threat. ,” summarized Blackout News.
Cars are still an indispensable means of transport for German citizens, so cost and reliability will remain top factors to consider when buying a car. While 47% of respondents said they use a car every day, only 18% said they use a bicycle every day.
Alternatives are too expensive, not effective
Blackout News also reported why other options like hydrogen would not be a real alternative, given the high cost of hydrogen production and the “lack of infrastructure for distribution”.
The same is true for e-fuels, which are very power-hungry and inefficient in internal combustion engines, experts say.
Experts point out that e-cars are “environmentally optimal,” but only if they run on green electricity generated from renewable energy sources such as wind or solar plants. In most countries, this is far from happening.
There are no “yuppie” rules
German opposition leader Friedrich Merz of the centre-right Christian Democratic Union (CDU) harshly criticized the EU Parliament’s call for a ban on internal combustion engines starting in 2035: will not heed our advice from the yuppie in the big cities,” said CDU Leaders. (See story, Die Welt here).
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