The UK’s used car market fell for the second consecutive quarter this year, declining -12.2% over the three months of July to September, according to the latest figures published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). Some 1,785,447 vehicles changed hands, the first time that quarter three transactions have dipped below two […]
The UK’s new light commercial vehicle (LCV) market fell by -18.4% in October, with 22,386 of the latest vans joining Britain’s roads. Despite robust demand, registrations were at the lowest level for October since 2012, and some -16.5% below the pre-pandemic five-year average, as supply shortages continue to restrict global production and availability. Deliveries of the most popular large vans weighing more than 2.5 tonnes declined -7.6%, while registrations of mid-weight vehicles weighing up to 2.5 tonnes fell by -50.7% and those weighing 2.0 tonnes or under […]
The UK new car market recorded a third month of growth in October, with registrations rising by more than a quarter (26.4%) to 134,344 units, according to the latest figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). Fulfilment of strong order books helped deliver the bounce-back, although the increase follows a particularly disappointing […]
In the week we wound back the clocks, drawing an end to British Summer time, October’s new car registrations offer some light, posting the market’s third month of consecutive growth. And it was considerable growth at that, with registrations up more than a quarter signaling that recovery is finally on the horizon. Less positive were the monthly […]
A new prime minister and government enter parliament and we look forward to working with both to ensure the UK automotive sector remains globally competitive. We need a clear and compelling strategy for growth and stability that reassures markets, bolsters consumer confidence and makes sure the UK is seen as investable. The automotive industry can […]
UK commercial vehicle (CV) production grew by 53.6% in September, with 11,979 vans, buses, trucks, coaches and taxis rolling off British factory lines, according to the latest figures released today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). September output levels reached their highest since 2011, marking nine months of consecutive growth in reaction […]
Many organisations in the UK are investing in electric vehicle (EV) charging stations for their premises. Providing free charging can attract employees, boost a business’s ESG values, and is an important measure ahead of the proposed 2030 ban on the sale of petrol and diesel vehicles. However, the installation of EV charging points in a […]
After yet another week of seismic political events, and with another new prime minister expected in the next, UK Automotive continues to reiterate the same message: we need long-term certainty, economic and political stability and a clear plan that will ensure the industry can deliver for Britain amid some of the most challenging business conditions […]
Heliox, the European market leader in fast charging systems for passenger and freight transport, shines a spotlight on the current e-transition of the European road freight transport industry in a report published today, producing a guideline for the electrification of trucks. The report shows that fleet managers across Europe (47%) believe the trucking industry is […]
Automotive companies, like the rest of industry, are facing challenging labour market conditions. With the UK at almost full employment, despite record numbers of “economically inactive” people, and restrictions on the ability to bring in talent from abroad, companies must ensure they are seen as an attractive place to work to people from all backgrounds […]
