"The EU automotive industry has invested billions in electrification to put vehicles on the market, but the other necessary ingredients for this transition are not in place, and the competitiveness of the EU is eroding," ACEA said in a statement on its website. "The transition to zero-emission vehicles is highly challenging, and concerns about meeting the 2025 CO2 emission reduction targets for light-duty vehicles are on the rise." The ACEA points to several critical gaps in infrastructure and market readiness, noting the lack of sufficient charging stations, hydrogen refuelling infrastructure, and access to affordable green energy. It also notes the supply chain challenges, including securing raw materials and batteries, as well as insufficient purchase and tax incentives to make EVs more accessible to consumers. Italy's Prime Minister Mario Draghi also recently weighed in on the issue, highlighting the lack of cohesive EU planning.