Should the tax preference for diesel be removed?

Poll results

Support

Reject

Don't know

54%

37%

PolitPro Community – 3190 respondents – 25.07.2023-01.08.2023

Poll information

Should the tax preference for diesel be removed? 54% of respondents are in favor of removing the tax preference for diesel, while 37% are against.

:undecided% chose the answer "Don't know". The survey was conducted among 3190 users of the PolitPro app during 25.07.2023-01.08.2023. The results are not representative, but may give a rough idea of the political mood around the issue.

Pros - What's in favor?

Fairness: The tax preference for diesel disadvantages other more environmentally friendly types of propulsion, such as electric vehicles or hybrid vehicles. Removing this preference would lead to a fairer distribution of the tax burden and create incentives for more environmentally friendly mobility solutions. It is important that tax policies provide incentives that encourage the transition to sustainable and low-emission transportation and support environmental protection.
Budget relief: removing the tax preference for diesel could generate additional revenue for the state budget. These funds could be invested in environmentally friendly infrastructure projects, such as expanding public transportation or promoting sustainable mobility solutions.
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Cons - What's against it?

Economic impact: Removing the tax preference for diesel could have a negative impact on the automotive industry and the vehicle market. Since diesel cars account for a significant share of the vehicle population, a change in taxation could lead to a decline in demand and jeopardize jobs.
Planning certainty: In the past, many drivers relied on diesel cars because of the tax advantages. The sudden removal of the preference could lead to uncertainty and place a financial burden on owners of diesel cars. A gradual changeover or transition periods could be a fair solution to give those affected sufficient time to make adjustments.
Technological advances: The automotive industry is already investing in the development of cleaner diesel technologies that reduce harmful emissions. Removing the preferential tax treatment could remove financial incentives for further research and innovation in this area. It is important to take technological development into account and provide incentives for more environmentally friendly diesel alternatives.