Explainer: What is the plan for EVs now the EU has dropped its targets – and what does it mean for Irish drivers?

Diesel and petrol cars were facing a ban in 2035, but a U-turn was pulled on the plan

China has significant control over the manufacturing of key components required in the making of EVs

Plans to ban the sale of diesel and petrol cars by 2035 were announced three years ago as part of the EU’s plan to be net-zero by 2050.

It would have meant that all cars coming on the market in 10 years’ time would have needed to be zero CO2 emissions – but this stance has now been softened.