UK vehicle production stutters in first half of 2026
UK vehicle production fell 7.5% to 385,979 units in the first half of 2026, according to the latest figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). After a […]
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SMMT highlights Wales’ key contribution to UK automotive
New analysis from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders has underlined the contribution of Wales to the UK automotive industry. It found the Welsh sector supported 7,000 jobs, or […]
Industrial Strategy puts automotive front and centre – SMMT
The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders has welcomed the government’s newly announced Industrial Strategy. With a clear focus on the automotive industry, the strategy is a 10-year plan to […]
Graeme Potts named new chair of IMI
The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) has confirmed the appointment of Graeme Potts as its new chair of the board. Meanwhile, Adrian Wallington has been appointed as a non-executive […]
SMMT joins M5 to produce ‘manifesto for growth’
The automotive industry has joined forces with the four other main manufacturing sectors in the UK to produce a report highlighting what is necessary for sustained growth. The SMMT has […]
Ben celebrates National Careers Week
Automotive industry charity Ben is marking National Careers Week by promoting its support for those who are job hunting or looking to progress in their career. It is able to […]
Revised date confirmed for IAEA 90th Anniversary Event
Tickets are now available for the IAEA 90th Anniversary Event. The conference will take place on the revised date of 20 May, at Stratford Manor in Stratford-Upon-Avon. The May date means […]
UK’s car parts capital revealed
Britain’s car DIY capital has been revealed, with Bangor in North Wales the town with the highest share of car parts buyers. eBay compared the number of buyers for car […]
Digital skills in short supply
A lack of digital skills could hamper the automotive industry’s ambitions around autonomy and connectivity. Key players such as Volkswagen and Volvo have stated their intention to become software companies […]
Get active with new Ben challenge
Automotive charity Ben is launching a new active challenge, Move4Ben, intended to raise money for the charity and help people improve their mental and physical wellbeing. Starting on 1 June, […]
The Taipei International Automobile & Motorcycle Parts & Accessories Show
The Taipei International Automobile & Motorcycle Parts & Accessories Show physical event will take place between 14-17 April, providing an avenue for global exhibitors to expand their business. Among the […]
UK spends £21.1 billion on servicing and repair
UK motorists spend a collective £21.1 billion a year on servicing and repair, according to a new report published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). The […]