Bumpy ride for electric cars in Europe

Despite the fact that the sale of new petrol and diesel cars will be banned in the European Union as of 2035, sales of plug-in ‘zero emission’ vehicles have stalled in the region in recent months. — AFP Relaxnews

Electric cars are a key part of Europe’s green transition plans but the road ahead remains littered with obstacles with 10 years to go before a crucial milestone.

Despite the fact that the sale of new petrol and diesel cars will be banned in the European Union as of 2035, sales of plug-in “zero emission” vehicles have stalled in the region in recent months.