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In a recent interview, Ola Källenius, the CEO of Mercedes-Benz Group, pointed out that considering the existing infrastructure limitations and the relatively low level of consumer acceptance towards electric vehicles, the stringent deadline set by Europe for the complete elimination of new fuel-powered vehicles after 2035 is "no longer practical."
He calls for greater flexibility to protect jobs and maintain competitiveness, to offer consumers a wider array of choices, and to guarantee that manufacturers can facilitate the transition in a financially viable way. Källenius justified his suggestion to ease the 2035 deadline, emphasizing that it is not a step backward but rather an enhancement towards a more judicious strategy. This strategy is designed to harmonize Europe's aspirations with a pragmatic and effective blueprint.
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