European Commission's major reversal comes after intensive lobbying by governments and car makers
Issue has affected UK A-roads and motorways with variable speed limit enforcement since 2021
A senior European lawmaker says the ban is "off the table"; EU expected to officially confirm on Tuesday
Historics market hits an all-time high but fears have been raised as momentum tails off
Manufacturer has given priority to left-hand-drive markets in which there is strong demand for the retro supermini
Alpine A290 and Mini Countryman will also be in the top band of the government's car grant
UK arm lost £11.7m last year, due to the rising costs of EV charging and insurance plus poor vehicle resale values
Government also confirms end of 5p fuel duty freeze, a change to luxury car tax and review of EV charging prices
Announcement comes just weeks after chancellor Rachel Reeves vowed to axe luxury models from the programme
Government review into raising the MOT price cap has sparked debate
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