SMMT released figures for April pre-registrations in the UK new car market. The data shows the number of cars disposed of by vehicle manufacturers in April 2025 that were defined as pre-registrations. The Supply of New Cars Order 2000 requires motor manufacturers to publish the number of pre-registered cars supplied and the gross income received… Continue reading April 2025 new car pre-registration figures
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Russell joins ZENFreight in real-world hydrogen and electric trials
Glasgow-based logistics company Russell is taking part in a real-world trial of hydrogen fuel-cell and electric HGVs. It is a part of a multi-year, real-world demonstration of zero emission technologies. Under the ZENFreight initiative – led by data analytics company Dynamon – it enables operators to directly compare the performance of electric and hydrogen HGVs.… Continue reading Russell joins ZENFreight in real-world hydrogen and electric trials
New 11-litre engine from Scania to be unveiled
Scania will unveil a new, lightweight 11-litre engine in June as the manufacturer promises improved performance, efficiency and greater operational flexibility. Positioned between the established 9-litre and 13-litre engine platforms, the Super 11 offers up to 7% improved fuel efficiency compared with Scania’s current 9-litre engine and is 85kg lighter than the Super 13 engine. The… Continue reading New 11-litre engine from Scania to be unveiled
SMMT response to UK-EU Summit agreement
The EU remains the UK automotive industry’s largest and closest trading partner, so the progress announced today towards a deeper strategic partnership is significant, especially given the broader geopolitical headwinds. The agreement to protect steel from tariffs and the intention to link the UK and EU carbon markets – a long-held ambition – should pave… Continue reading SMMT response to UK-EU Summit agreement
UK’s EV choice gets bigger still
The UK media has a decisive role in dispelling the myths around EVs so it was a big positive that more than 250 journalists and influencers tried out the very latest models in all their shapes and sizes at SMMT’s 45th annual Test Day this week. A vibrant line-up showed just how rapidly consumer choice is evolving, with four in… Continue reading UK’s EV choice gets bigger still
Best Q1 in 17 years as zero emission bus demand doubles
New bus, coach and minibus deliveries up 49.8% to 2,532 units in first quarter of 2025. Rising demand across all segments with largest growth in double decker buses, up 77.1%. Sector leads UK road decarbonisation as zero emission uptake surges by 129.5% to reach more than a quarter of the market. Data download The number… Continue reading Best Q1 in 17 years as zero emission bus demand doubles
Truck fleet renewal falls in first quarter but EV uptake reaches record level
New HGV registrations fall by -12.0% in Q1 as market continues to normalise post-pandemic. Rising deliveries of new refuse trucks but demand declines in other segments. Zero emission truck uptake rise 94.0% to reach record level but still just 1.0% of the market as grid connection challenges inhibit decarbonisation. Data download Britain’s new heavy goods… Continue reading Truck fleet renewal falls in first quarter but EV uptake reaches record level
Brits enjoy greenest ever car choice with record two in five models available as battery electric
UK drivers benefit from more electrified model choice than ever with four in five models available as battery electric, plug in hybrid or hybrid – and almost two in five completely zero emission. Average range of BEVs now almost 300 miles on a single charge, up from 235 last year, with PHEVs offering average 50… Continue reading Brits enjoy greenest ever car choice with record two in five models available as battery electric
Keeping heavy vehicles on the move
The dust has settled after the Commercial Vehicle Show and a hugely successful one at that, cementing its position as the UK’s biggest and best trade exhibition for the road freight sector. Visitor numbers rose by 24% compared with last year – meaning more than 13,000 people attended, including hundreds of media, across the three… Continue reading Keeping heavy vehicles on the move
Five minutes with… Alan Able, Managing Director of Isuzu UK
Tell us about the New Isuzu D-Max EV which was unveiled at the 2025 Commercial Vehicle Show? The New Isuzu D-Max EV is built on the latest generation of the D-Max range, offering the same capability, comfort, toughness, reliability, and versatility as its diesel counterpart. Whether used in construction, agriculture, utility fleets, or by eco-conscious… Continue reading Five minutes with… Alan Able, Managing Director of Isuzu UK