How serious are Europe’s car industry problems?

France wants to stall European Union plans to fine carmakers who fail to make enough electric vehicles (EV).

Europe plans to switch to EVs by 2035, but its huge automotive industry is struggling with the change.

So, why is it in trouble – and why are politicians so worried?

Presenter: Mohammed Jamjoom

Guests:

Ben Aris – Founder and Editor-in-Chief of bne IntelliNews

Ferdinand Dudenhoffer – Director at the Center for Automotive Research

Nick Gibbs – Correspondent for Automotive News Europe

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