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UK-EU trade deal ‘imperative’, says SMMT

The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) has restated its call for a UK-EU trade deal to protect the automotive sector. It has said the EU remains the UK’s […]

UK and EU agreement ‘significant’ – SMMT

The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) has described the new UK and EU agreement as ‘significant’. The agreement is intended to support greater movement of young people through […]

Auto Windscreens welcomes EU ADAS proposals

Auto Windscreens has welcomed proposals from the European Commission to update road safety regulations around ADAS. It is suggesting updates to periodic technical inspections – Europe’s equivalent to the UK’s […]

UK drivers facing £2.4bn hike in repair bills

UK drivers could have to pay an extra £2.4bn a year on repair bills if the government does not overrule new European Union legislation. The EU is considering changing “block […]

Coatings industry lobbies for reform

The new UK chemical regulations could have a negative impact on manufacturers, with supply issues and rising costs the main concern. A survey, carried out by the British Coatings Federation […]

EU car registrations up almost 10%

The rate of sales growth in the European Union (EU) passenger car market continued in September, with sales volumes once more rising by 9.8% year on year (y/y) to 1,356,868 […]