LCV market falls for eighth straight month
The new LCV market fell by 5.1% in July to 24,433 units, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). Sales have now fallen eight months in a […]
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SMMT welcomes automated passenger services consultation
The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders has welcomed the government’s automated passenger services consultation. It said that autonomous vehicles represents a huge opportunity for the UK economy, the automotive […]
Vehicle manufacturing down 11.9% in first half of 2025
Vehicle manufacturing slumped by 11.9% to 417,232 units in the first six months of the year, according to new data released by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders. Car […]
New electric vehicle grant announced by government
The government has announced it has reintroduced a new electric vehicle grant to boost electric vehicle sales in the UK. Backed by a £650m funding package, the new scheme could […]
SMMT forums remain key AMB2025 highlight for aftermarket
The automotive industry’s supply chain leaders turned their focus firmly towards the future at Automechanika Birmingham 2025, with the Automotive Supply Chain Forum and Meet the Buyer – held in […]
New LCV registrations down seven months in a row
New LCV registrations shrank by 12.1% to 156,048 units in the first half of 2025, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). LCV sales dropped 14.8% in […]
New car market enjoys buoyant June
The UK’s new car market grew for the second consecutive month in June, as registrations rose 6.7% to 191,316 units. This made it the best June since 2019, according to […]
Vehicle production slumps to record lows – SMMT
UK car and commercial vehicle production fell for the fifth consecutive month in May, according to new figures from the SMMT. Car production slumped by 31.5% in the month to […]
SMMT unveils Driving Long-Term UK Automotive Growth report
The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders has published a new report outlining a new strategy to secure the future success of the UK automotive industry. The Competitive Edge: Driving Long-Term […]
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 […]
Automechanika Birmingham 2025 attracts record attendance
Automechanika Birmingham 2025 has been hailed a triumph after welcoming more than 15,000 visitors for the first time in its history. Thousands of professionals from across the aftermarket and supply […]
Spending review assessed: what it means for automotive
The automotive industry has responded to the government’s spending review, which offered support for electric vehicles, apprenticeships, and road infrastructure. Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced £1.4bn to drive EV uptake and […]