However, not all international markets.
In essence, all Stellantis brands will be fully electric within the near or distant future. Peugeot will be leading the transition to zero-emission mobility. It has just announced that it plans to fully embrace EVs by 2030. This commitment is currently only for Europe.
This announcement was made by Linda Jackson, Peugeot’s CEO, in an interview. Automotive News The French company also stated that it will continue to introduce new models with combustion engines for international markets over the next ten years. However, every new model for Europe will be fully-electric from 2030.
Linda Jackson, an online publication, stated that all models in Europe will be electric by 2030 when they move to the new platforms STLA Small, Medium and Large. “But, I still need to ensure I maintain internal-combustion options for my international clients.”
Peugeot joins other brands that fall under the Stellantis umbrella, which have already announced dates for going fully-electric long before the European Union proposes to make CO2-free cars mandatory in 2035. Opel, DS, Alfa Romeo and DS will be launching fully-electric vehicles in 2026, 2027 and 2028 respectively.
Peugeot’s next steps include an EV version of its 308 hatchback, which is scheduled for launch in 2023. A new generation 3008 crossover is also in the works, and will receive a zero emission variant. It will be made in France. The brand currently offers the 2008 and 208 as fully electric vehicles, with the 2008 having about 20% of the total sales.
Jackson explained that the e2008 costs slightly more than the e208 because it is a first car. Customers are often looking for long-distance travel. They are trying to decide whether an electric car is right for them.