Tell us about your new eIntouro battery-electric bus? The eIntouro, based on the familiar diesel‑powered high-floor Mercedes‑Benz Intouro, is the first battery‑electric intercity bus from Daimler Buses. It is available in two lengths: 12.18m and 13.09m, with seating variants from 50 to a maximum of 63 seats. The bus is suitable not only for school bus, intercity… Continue reading Five minutes with… Till Oberwörder, CEO of Daimler Buses
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The CV dealer world: New developments
Over the past few months there has been much activity in the commercial vehicle dealership sector, with a series of new dealer points built and announcements about fresh facilities in the pipeline. For example, family-owned Ciceley Commercials has announced plans for a new Mercedes-Benz Truck and Bus dealership at Eurocentral in Lanarkshire, Scotland. Work on… Continue reading The CV dealer world: New developments
Paul Philpott appointed new SMMT President
President and CEO of Kia UK, Paul Philpott, has been appointed the 84th President of the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). Announced at SMMT’s 108th Annual Dinner, he will assume office from 1 January 2026, replacing Mick Flanagan, Vice President for Adient, who steps down after completing his two-year tenure. Philpott’s career in the… Continue reading Paul Philpott appointed new SMMT President
October 2025 new car pre-registration figures
SMMT released figures for October pre-registrations in the UK new car market. The data shows the number of cars disposed of by vehicle manufacturers in October 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 October 2025 new car pre-registration figures
SMMT announces new President – Paul Philpott, President and CEO, Kia UK
The 84th President of the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) will be Paul Philpott, President and CEO, Kia UK. Announced at SMMT’s 108th Annual Dinner, he will assume office from 1 January 2026, replacing Mick Flanagan, Vice President for Adient, who steps down after completing his two-year tenure. Paul’s career in the automotive… Continue reading SMMT announces new President – Paul Philpott, President and CEO, Kia UK
Vehicle production down in October but growth on the horizon
Vehicle production falls -30.9% in October with 62,116 cars and commercial vehicles leaving factories. Car output down -23.8% to 59,010 units as phased recovery from cyber incident begins. Latest independent production outlook anticipates a return to growth next year and beyond. Sector welcomes additional manufacturing support announced in Budget but warns of new EV tax… Continue reading Vehicle production down in October but growth on the horizon
Budget brings gains but EV market made more fragile
The evening before the Autumn Budget this week, SMMT held its 108th Annual Dinner and it was one of the most successful in recent memory, joined by more than 1,000 people, the Rt Hon Peter Kyle MP, Secretary of State for Business and Trade, and a raft of other politicians including a number of former Business Secretaries. It… Continue reading Budget brings gains but EV market made more fragile
A weighty week of government announcements
This week, the automotive industry came together for the 108th SMMT Annual Dinner in London, to celebrate the value the sector delivers for the UK. As the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, The Rt Hon Peter Kyle MP, noted in his keynote address, been a challenging period for industry but there is also plenty to celebrate with a renewed partnership between UK manufacturing… Continue reading A weighty week of government announcements
Five minutes with… Jonathan Atkinson, Executive Director – Product Strategy at Cummins
How important is the new powertrain test facility in Darlington for the company? Our new powertrain test facility marks a significant step forward in our ability to test complete powertrains across a wide range of technologies including advanced diesel, natural gas, zero-carbon hydrogen and battery electric. The two-storey, 738 sqm site represents a £13 million… Continue reading Five minutes with… Jonathan Atkinson, Executive Director – Product Strategy at Cummins
Better buses: The Bus Services Act becomes law
Buses are currently used by 11 million passengers a day – two thirds of public transport journeys in Britain – with 83% of passengers in England satisfied with commercially operated buses according to research by Transport Focus. On average, people catch the bus at least five times a month, and partnerships between bus operators and… Continue reading Better buses: The Bus Services Act becomes law