Franco-German deal links relaxation of 2035 car rules to stronger “Made in Europe” requirements2026-10-12France and Germany reached a compromise on October 16 on the future of Europe’s automotive industry, which they will jointly defend in EU negotiations.The compromise aims to cut average CO₂ emissions from new cars by 90% by 2035, without offsetting the remaining 10%.In exchange for a stricter European preference, France accepts greater flexibility for combustion-engine vehicles; Germany backs stronger local-content rules.The “Made in Europe” component stipulates that 70% of automotive components, excluding batteries, be produced in Europe, and that 10% of battery content come from there.The United Kingdom, Norway, Iceland and Switzerland could be included subject to conditions, notably reciprocal access to public procurement and funding.The agreement establishes a common position for Paris and Berlin, but EU member states and legislators still have to weigh in.France and Germany strike car-industry deal linking 2035 engine rules to ‘Made in Europe’ push (Euronews)La France et l'Allemagne confirment un accord sur l'avenir de l'industrie automobile "made in Europe" (Franceinfo)Émissions de CO2, "Made in Europe": la France et l'Allemagne trouvent un accord pour "assurer l'avenir de... (BFMTV)France, Germany strike bargain on Made in Europe, car emissions (Politico Europe)Automobile : Emmanuel Macron annonce un «accord imminent» entre la France et l’Allemagne pour «mieux protéger» l’industrie européenne (Le Figaro)Emmanuel Macron annonce au Mondial de l'Auto un "accord imminent" entre la France et l'Allemagne pour... (BFMTV)L’accord franco-allemand sur l’automobile ménage Stellantis mais n’épargne pas Renault (Le Monde)