Premier Giorgia Meloni said Wednesday that Italy's pragmatism had prevailed after the European Commission softened its ban on new diesel and petrol cars from 2035, something Rome had been calling for to help Europe's struggling car industry. (ANSA)

Attesa per il varo del pacchetto automotive. Maxi-incentivi per le piccole elettriche (ANSA)

Analysts have questioned whether the move will do much to shore up the region's competitiveness in the long run.

Premier Giorgia Meloni said Wednesday that Italy's pragmatism had prevailed after the European Commission softened its ban on new diesel and petrol cars from 2035, something Rome…