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Europe’s Auto Industry on the Brink of Collapse! Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares Blasts Delayed Emissions Rules as China Speeds Ahead in EV Race

Carl Harrison by Carl Harrison
October 18, 2024
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Stellantis Begins Search for New CEO as Carlos Tavares Faces Mounting Challenges

Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares at CES in January.

Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares has issued a stark warning: Europe’s automotive sector is staring down a potential catastrophe if the continent delays implementing critical emissions regulations. As Chinese automakers surge ahead in the production of electric vehicles (EVs), Europe risks falling disastrously behind if it continues to drag its feet on adopting the Euro 7 emissions standards.

In his scathing critique, Tavares argued that the ongoing debate over Euro 7, which aims to tighten limits on pollutants like nitrogen oxides and particulate matter, is diverting attention away from the real challenge—accelerating the shift to EVs. According to Tavares, Stellantis is more than ready to meet the stricter targets, but he fears that Europe’s inconsistent policies could create regulatory uncertainty, slowing progress and putting European carmakers at a major disadvantage.

“Europe’s hesitancy to lock in a clear path forward is a gift to Chinese automakers,” Tavares warned. With China already racing ahead in the EV market, bolstered by aggressive government policies and rapid technological advancements, Europe’s delayed response could push its automakers to the sidelines. Chinese manufacturers are now producing affordable electric vehicles that meet consumer demand—something European companies may struggle to do without clear regulatory guidance​

Tavares didn’t mince words, calling the Euro 7 standards a “diversion” and criticizing European policymakers for losing sight of the bigger picture. He emphasized that the European auto industry’s future hinges on its ability to compete in the EV space, where Chinese automakers are already setting the pace. Stellantis, which has been aggressively cutting EV production costs, plans to release a series of affordable electric models, including the Citroën e-C3 and compact SUVs from Opel and Citroën, all priced competitively under €30,000​

Yet, despite Stellantis’ readiness, Tavares believes Europe’s bureaucratic delays could spell disaster. The CEO argued that without swift action, Europe may find itself playing catch-up to China in the global auto market—a dangerous position in an industry undergoing rapid transformation.

The automotive industry is a cornerstone of Europe’s economy, employing millions and contributing significantly to GDP. But if Europe doesn’t accelerate its regulatory decision-making and focus on the EV transition, it could watch helplessly as China races past to global automotive dominance.

The time to act, Tavares asserts, is now. If Europe fails to shift gears soon, the continent may find itself stalled in the global race, while China speeds ahead, leading the charge into a new electric age​​

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