Stop thermal cars 2035, what European manufacturers have decided
100% electric by 2035 seems more and more distant and automotive groups are reviewing strategies and timetables
The internal combustion car is safe and car groups are reviewing strategies and landi. After years of announcements, linked to the European regulatory framework on 2035, several brands have introduced corrections: more hybrids, more 'flexibility' and in some cases - a real step back to 'electric only'. The context matters: in December 2025, the European Commission proposed to soften the 2035 framework by replacing zero tailpipe emissions with a 90 per cent cut compared to 2021. What are the major brands doing?
Alfa Romeo
Alfa Romeo has said goodbye to 100% electric by 2027 as previously announced and is aiming for a fully electrified range, starting with the future Stelvio and Giulia based on the Stellantis Stla Large platform.
Audi
"Audi's 100% electric future is getting closer and closer. The Ingolstadt-based manufacturer will launch exclusively new full-electric models on the global market from 2026, while the production of internal combustion engines will be phased out by 2033'. It was on 1 September 2021 when Audi made this announcement in the Vorsprung 2030 plan. Times have changed and the four-ringed brand has revised its strategy by continuing to present internal combustion models but at the same time continues to declare that the electric car is the best choice when it comes to emission control but also on the performance and driving experience front.
Bmw
Bmw has always been cautious about announcing an all-electric future. The Munich-based brand will continue to offer a growing electric range but at the same time will not say goodbye to internal combustion models, especially for the M range.
Ford
Change of strategy at Ford, which is saying goodbye to pure electric as a priority. The American brand has predicted that by 2030, 50 per cent of its range will consist of hybrid, electric or extended-range models.
