26 March 2022 #Bus & Coach #SMMT News Mike Hawes, SMMT Chief Executive, said: Greater funding for zero emission buses will be massively welcomed as the sector has had a torrid time because of the pandemic. With plummeting passenger numbers, cash strapped operators have been unable to fund new vehicles, stalling fleet renewal. New, zero… Continue reading SMMT statement on zero emission bus funding and consultation
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Engine production falls -30.9% in February
25 March 2022 #UK Manufacturing UK engine production declines -30.9% on February last year, to 117,551 units. Year to date output falls -23.5% to 259,023 engines. Production for domestic and overseas markets down -38.5% and -24.3% respectively. Mike Hawes, SMMT Chief Executive, said, February’s engine production figures further highlight the challenging start to the year… Continue reading Engine production falls -30.9% in February
UK commercial vehicle production rises 92.2% in February but still below pre-pandemic levels
25 March 2022 #SMMT News #UK Manufacturing British CV production rises 92.2% but remains -10.3% down on pre-pandemic levels. Production for domestic and overseas markets increases by 96.9% and 87.9% respectively, with more than half of output shipped abroad. Sector calls for government action on energy costs to secure full recovery and long-term competitiveness and… Continue reading UK commercial vehicle production rises 92.2% in February but still below pre-pandemic levels
UK car production falls for eighth consecutive month as global chip shortage persist
UK car production falls -41.3% in February to 61,657 units as global chip shortage persists. One-in-four cars made either an electric or hybrid vehicle, totalling 15,905 units. As global economic headwinds hold back recovery, sector calls for urgent action to alleviate soaring business energy costs and encourage investment. UK car production fell -41.3% in February,… Continue reading UK car production falls for eighth consecutive month as global chip shortage persist
UK Automotive invests £10.8 billion in first ‘electric decade’
New analysis reveals manufacturers have committed £10.8 billion in UK EV and battery R&D and production since 2011. More than 150 models of plug-in cars and vans now on sale, while British factories have produced a quarter of a million electric cars, vans, buses and trucks in the last decade. In new blueprint for electric… Continue reading UK Automotive invests £10.8 billion in first ‘electric decade’
SMMT statement on Plug-in Van Grant extension to 2025
15 March 2022 #Emissions #SMMT News Mike Hawes, SMMT Chief Executive, said: Extending the Plug-in Van Grant is welcome as it will encourage more operators to make the switch to electric vehicles over the next three years. Furthermore, the confirmation of the continuation of the current licensing regulations will make it easier to recruit drivers… Continue reading SMMT statement on Plug-in Van Grant extension to 2025
UK van market falls -6.0% but market remains above pre-pandemic levels
New light commercial vehicle (LCV) registrations fall -6.0% in February to 16,165 units. Registrations of large vans decline by -9.9%, but demand for medium-sized vans, the second biggest segment by volume, grows 36.9%. Market holds 14.6% above pre-pandemic levels. SEE LCV REGISTRATIONS BY BRAND DOWNLOAD PRESS RELEASE AND DATA TABLE UK light commercial vehicle (LCV)… Continue reading UK van market falls -6.0% but market remains above pre-pandemic levels
January engine production falls -15.9% as pandemic pressures continue
25 February 2022 #SMMT News #UK Manufacturing UK engine production declines -15.9% on January last year, to 141,472 units. Production for domestic and overseas markets falls -29.2% and -6.2% respectively. Pandemic-related supply shortages continue to bite as rising energy costs and inflation add to challenges. Mike Hawes, SMMT Chief Executive, said, The impact of global… Continue reading January engine production falls -15.9% as pandemic pressures continue
UK commercial vehicle output begins 2022 up 22.2%
25 February 2022 #SMMT News #UK Manufacturing British commercial vehicle production starts the year up 22.2% to 6,860 units. Growth driven by export markets, up 32.1%, while output for UK customers rises 10.9%. 57.5% of all British-built CVs exported, with majority destined for EU roads. UK commercial vehicle (CV) production grew 22.2% in the first… Continue reading UK commercial vehicle output begins 2022 up 22.2%
Supply chain shortages squeeze January car output but EV surge brightens outlook
UK car production falls -20.1% in worst January since 2009 with 68,790 units leaving factory gates. Production for overseas and domestic markets down -17.5% and -30.8% respectively. Battery electric vehicle production up a third, with one in 11 cars rolling off factory lines zero emission. UK car production fell -20.1% to 68,790 units last month,… Continue reading Supply chain shortages squeeze January car output but EV surge brightens outlook