https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/france-and-germany-reach-deal-to-protect-europe-s-car-industryContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/france-and-germany-reach-deal-to-protect-europe-s-car-industryhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/france-and-germany-reach-deal-to-protect-europe-s-car-industry#u142790Wed, 21 Oct 2026 09:41:44 +0000France and Germany have reached an agreement to support Europe's automotive industry against strong competition from Chinese electric vehicle companies. The pact links 2035 engine rules and decarbonization targets to a Made in Europe push, offering investment incentives and greater flexibility for carmakers. While European manufacturers and industry stakeholders largely welcomed the measures, advocacy groups like Transport and Environment strongly criticized the arrangement as a mistake that undermines climate goals. The agreement also opens the door for the United Kingdom regarding regul