Unite warns that ZEV Mandate puts jobs at risk
The Unite union has warned that current ZEV Mandate targets are putting automotive jobs in the UK at risk. It believes existing targets are fundamentally flawed and called on the […]
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Vehicle production shrinks in April – SMMT
Vehicle production fell by 1.2% to 58,513 units in April, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders. Car output was recorded at 56,135 units, just 0.7% down on […]
Design changes could cut front body structure parts by 34%
A new study has found that small production changes could reduce the number of parts used in the front body structure by 34%. The research, commissioned by WorldAutoSteel, found that […]
Cybersecurity a ‘significant’ issue for 95% of manufacturers
Cybersecurity has become the most significant issue for automotive manufacturers, according to a new survey by ABB Robotics. Its Automotive Manufacturing Outlook Survey questioned manufacturers about digital risk, operational continuity […]
Automotive outlook remains positive – SMMT
The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders has insisted the automotive outlook remains positive despite low production figures. It reported that output fell 13.6% in January, with car production down […]
UK car production endures eighth straight month of decline
UK car production fell for the eighth month in a row in October, as vehicle manufacturers continue to restructure plants for zero emission vehicles. Figures from the Society of Motor […]
Car production falls as factories continue model transition
UK car production falls by 8.4% in August, according to new figures published yesterday by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). With August conventionally a low output month […]
Paint specialist FLP Group joins Made in Britain
Automotive and industrial paint manufacturer FLP Group has become an accredited member of the Made in Britain organisation. The Made in Britain organisation brings together British manufacturers into a community […]
CV production plummets nearly 60% in May
UK commercial vehicle manufacturing fell for the third consecutive month in May, according to figures released by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). It found that production plummeted […]
Car production starts strong
UK car production rose 21% to 82,997 units in January, making it the strongest start to the year since 2021. According to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), […]
UK production breaks one million barrier in 2023
UK vehicle production hit 1,025,474 units in 2023, according to the figures released by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). With 905,117 cars and 120,357 commercial vehicles (CVs) […]
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 […]