The EU commission intends to removes the ban on new petrol and diesel cars from 2035, and this affects millions of people who drive, repair and maintain vehicles. However, it does not change the long term journey toward more sustainable mobility.
On 16 December 2025, the decision came from the European Commission. There will be no strict ban on the sale of new fossil fuel vehicles from 2035.
The background is well known. The transport sector must significantly reduce emissions for the EU to reach its climate targets. The Commission has previously pushed for a ban from 2035, but several major member states and industry representatives have warned that a strict technology ban risks having a negative impact on both competitiveness and consumers, especially in countries where electrification is progressing more slowly and infrastructure is less developed.
The European Commission’s new approach means that electric vehicles will continue to play a central role in this transition. At the same time, it also means that other types of technologies may have room during the transition period.
In short, electric, hybrid, petrol and diesel vehicles will continue to coexist, while new technologies continue to develop.
The European Commission’s decision makes MEKO’s mission even more important. It reinforces our idea of being there for everyone. Car owners, workshops and businesses will all need to service and repair different types of vehicles for many years to come, regardless of brand, model or technology. Our role is to ensure that this can be done, just as we have done for decades.
That is why we invest long term in competence, training and parts assortments that cover all types of technologies. In this way, we will continue to be the most complete partner in the automotive aftermarket for workshops, distributors and car owners, whether the car is charged, fuelled, or both.
When millions of vehicle owners schedule tire changes each year, it’s rarely just about the tires. For repair shops, it’s one of the most valuable opportunities to connect with customers, build long-term relationships, and create new business opportunities. That’s why tires are much more than a seasonal product for MEKO — they are a strategic growth area with significant long-term potential.
Mobility depends on vehicles staying on the road and getting from point A to point B. Whether it’s a family car, a commercial vehicle, or an entire corporate fleet, repair shops need access to the right parts at the right time. Behind that availability is MEKO’s logistics network — one of the most advanced automotive aftermarket supply chains in the Nordic region.
Europe’s vehicle fleet is aging, while car owners are becoming increasingly price-conscious. For workshops, this creates a new reality: more customers need service and repairs, but at a cost that aligns with the vehicle’s value. With Every Part Matters, MEKO introduces a brand designed to meet this shift — offering spare parts that combine reliable quality with a price point more car owners can accept.