We can’t alter Brexit deal to appease car industry, says European commissioner

Thierry Breton stands firm amid opposition to incoming tariffs on electric vehicle exports between EU and UK

The Brexit trade deal should not be reopened just to satisfy demands from some sectors of the UK and EU motor industry concerned about looming tariffs on electric cars, Thierry Breton, the influential European commissioner, has said.

EU leaders have come under pressure to suspend 10% tariffs on electric car exports that are expected to begin in January under the Brexit treaty.

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