Economic Momentum Shouldn't Be Strangled
The debate over the end of the internal combustion engine (ICE) is a hot topic in German politics, with a focus on striking a balance between environmental protection and job preservation during the transition.
The automotive industry, a significant part of the German economy, provides jobs directly and has a substantial impact on suppliers and the service sector. However, a shift towards alternative drive forms should not stall the economy but rather be managed in a way that secures Germany's industrial location and offers opportunities for people.
Politicians in the Berlin coalition are urging the establishment of a realistic timeline for the phase-out of ICEs, considering both ecological and economic aspects. The current proposal from the German federal government supports the EU plan to ban the sale of new ICE cars starting in 2035 but seeks to maintain flexibility. This includes allowing climate-neutral ICEs using e-fuels and possibly plug-in hybrids beyond 2035 as a bridging technology, with ongoing negotiations to ease strict CO2 fleet limits.
Southern, in this context, is advocating for a more realistic timeline for the phase-out of ICEs in the EU. The need for a gradual transition to alternative drive forms, as opposed to a sudden end to ICEs, is implied in the call for a realistic timeline. A gradual transition is considered more sensible, potentially mitigating potential disruptions to the current structure of the automotive industry and the potential for mass layoffs.
Job preservation and creation are emphasized as important alongside environmental protection during the transition. The end of ICEs should secure Germany's industrial location and provide opportunities for people to ensure a successful transition. Achieving a balance between these two aspects is considered challenging, but the focus should be on creating a change that benefits both the environment and the people.
Electromobility promotion is essential for a transition to a greener future. The transition from ICEs should aim to serve both the planet and the people, ensuring a sustainable future for generations to come. The automotive industry must adapt to this change, and policymakers must provide a timeline for the phase-out of ICEs with a focus on securing the industrial location and providing opportunities for people.
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