The Secretary of State for Industry, Jordi García Brustenga, presented at the Cámara de España the advances of Spain Auto Plan 2030 and the program auto+ to consolidate the electrification and strategic autonomy of the Spanish automotive sector before the end of the decade.
Strategic commitment to electrification and software
During his speech before the Committees on Industry, Mobility and Energy of the Cámara de España, Jordi García Brustenga He defended the transition of the Spanish industrial model. According to the Secretary of State, the objective is the definitive shift from combustion to electrification and from hardware al with .
"The electric car not only reduces emissions, it is the new automobile, a historic leap comparable to the transition from the horse-drawn carriage to the combustion engine," stated the representative of Ministerio de Industria, emphasizing that Spain maintains a clear position in Europe to lead this technological transformation.
Auto+ Program: The "triple E" to boost demand
One of the main new features announced is the program auto+designed to complement the Spain Auto Plan 2030This initiative focuses on strengthening demand based on the criterion of "triple E"a vehicle that is electrified, economical and European.
The program auto+ It will establish larger discounts based on the location of assembly or manufacturing, incentivizing the production of affordable models within Europe. This measure aims to protect critical value chains from excessive imports, maintaining a balance between market openness and industrial sovereignty.
| Initiative / Framework | Main goal | Horizon / Periodicity |
|---|---|---|
| Spain Auto Plan 2030 | 360º transformation of the automotive ecosystem | Year 2030 |
| Auto+ Program | Demand support (Triple E criterion) | Complementary to the 2030 Plan |
| Industry Law | State industrial strategy | Every 6 years (Three-year plans) |
| GDP Target | Strengthening the industrial weight in the economy | 20% of GDP |
Towards a Law on Industry and Strategic Autonomy
El Ministerio de Industria It is also progressing through the parliamentary process of Industry and Strategic Autonomy LawThis regulation will require future governments to approve an industrial strategy every six years, with three-year action plans, to guarantee a stable roadmap for the productive sector.
In addition to the automotive industry, the Gobierno It works on other specific sectoral strategies, such as pharmaceuticals and capital goods, in order to achieve the shared objective with the Cámara de España to raise the weight of the industrial sector to the 20% of GDP.
- Consolidation of Spain as a European hub for electricity production.
- Promoting the manufacture of affordable models in Europe.
- Guarantee of an orderly and competitive transition for the sector.
Key points and frequently asked questions about the Spain Auto 2030 Plan
What is the "triple E" criterion of the Auto+ program?
It is the central focus of the new demand support, which prioritizes vehicles that are electrified, economical and European, linking the aid to the place of manufacture.
What is the industrial weight target set by the Ministry?
The goal is to strengthen the industrial sector until it represents the 20% of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) national.
How does the new Industry Law guarantee the stability of the sector?
It establishes the obligation to pass a industrial strategy every six years, accompanied by action plans every three years, ensuring long-term planning.
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