Czechia pushes to scrap EU combustion engine ban after 2035

Czechia is calling for a complete repeal of the planned EU ban on new cars with internal combustion engines from 2035. Government climate commissioner Filip Turek (Motorists) said in Brussels that the current targets are unrealistic and fail to reflect weak demand for electric vehicles and the broader geopolitical situation. Prime Minister Andrej Babiš (ANO) has also rejected a softened proposal by the European Commission, insisting it does not go far enough. Prague argues that strict rules and potential fines could harm Europe’s automotive industry and competitiveness, and is pushing for a more flexible, market-based approach.