In his speech, BMW CEO Oliver Zipse emphasized the importance of a balanced approach to car production.
– When you look at the technology that appears in the wave of electric cars, we have to be careful, because at the same time you increase the dependence on a very small number of countries – Zipse said, as quoted Economic Times.
The BMW boss has previously argued against a hasty ban on internal combustion engines. Back in February, he called on German politicians to gradually phase out petrol and diesel stations because an early ban would do more harm to the climate than benefit, he recalls. HAK magazine.
Zipse believes that it is crucial to focus on the production of gasoline, hybrid…, since the current charging infrastructure and the high prices of electric cars make it impossible for everyone to switch to electric cars in the near future.
– If someone can’t buy an electric car, and they need a car, would you rather suggest that they continue to drive their old car forever – Zipse said rhetorically.
The warning from the head of BMW calls into question the long-term strategy of the car industry. Is investing unilaterally in electric cars the way to go or should you focus on a more diversified approach?
Zipse believes that over-reliance on electric cars can have unintended consequences. He points out that this could lead to a situation where the West becomes dependent on China for the supply of critical raw materials. This could have negative consequences for both the Western economy and security of supply. In a world of growing geopolitical tensions, it is important to ensure a stable and reliable supply of raw materials.
Izvor: Revijahak.hr / Economic Times
Photo: Archive Autoblog.rs / BMW
Source: autoblog.rs
