28 March 2024 #Bus & Coach #TNB News Go-Ahead Group will introduce an additional 201 zero emission buses by March 2026 in a bid to take its green fleet count to more than 1100. The total investment, comprising both buses and infrastructure amounts to £112 million, with Go-Ahead’s investment totalling £62 million as it looks… Continue reading Go-Ahead Group to reach 1,100 zero emission bus milestone
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UK commercial vehicle production boasts best February since 2008
CV production up 98.4% to 12,927 units in fifth consecutive month of growth. Export volumes soar by 188.0% while manufacturing for the UK declines marginally, by -4.0%. Year to date output rises 56.4% with exports up 104.5% to 17,976 units. UK commercial vehicle (CV) production almost doubled in February, with 12,927 vans, trucks, taxis, buses… Continue reading UK commercial vehicle production boasts best February since 2008
Six consecutive months of growth for UK car production
UK car production rises 14.6% in best February performance since 2021. Manufacturing for domestic market surges, up 58.0%, while exports rise 4.6%. Electrified vehicles represent more than a third of output with 29,038 made in the month. UK car production rose again in February, up 14.6% to 79,907 units, according to the latest figures published… Continue reading Six consecutive months of growth for UK car production
February 2024 new car pre-registration figures
27 March 2024 #Pre-Registration SMMT released figures for February pre-registrations in the UK new car market. The data shows the number of cars disposed of by vehicle manufacturers in February 2024 that were defined as pre-registrations. Download the February 2024 release Go to Source
New members – March 2024
27 March 2024 #SMMT News Find out below who has joined the premier automotive trade association and what they get from membership: SMMT data services Extensive market data providing key information to assist marketing and promotional activity, and future business opportunities. Developing business opportunities SMMT’s targeted events and Automotive Supplier Finder (ASF) service helps facilitate… Continue reading New members – March 2024
Back Automated Vehicles Bill to unlock multi-billion UK self-driving revolution
UK auto sector calls for swift passing of Automated Vehicles Bill to deliver long-term economic and social benefits. Technology could save an additional 3,200 lives and prevent 53,000 serious accidents by 2040, with £38 billion economic boost if self-driving passenger vehicles are deployed on UK roads. Stress free and safer driving, better rural availability, and… Continue reading Back Automated Vehicles Bill to unlock multi-billion UK self-driving revolution
Van market delivers best February performance since 1998
New light commercial vehicle (LCV) registrations grow 2.2% to 17,934 units in the best performance for the month for 26 years. Large vans remain most popular as demand rises by 1.4% to 12,300 units, while medium and small-sized van demand declines by -5.9% and -20.5% respectively. Battery electric van uptake at 4.7% market share as… Continue reading Van market delivers best February performance since 1998
New car market records best February for 20 years
New car registrations rise 14.0% to 84,886 units – best performance for the month since 2004. Battery electric vehicle share grows during traditionally low-volume, pre-new number plate month. Industry calls for fairer EV taxation as fleets continue to drive growth, while private EV uptake declines. SEE CAR REGISTRATIONS BY BRAND DOWNLOAD PRESS RELEASE AND DATA… Continue reading New car market records best February for 20 years
Car industry urges ‘fair tax for a fair transition’ to put EVs back in the fast lane
New research shows almost half of would-be EV buyers will now wait until after 2030 to switch – compared with just one in 10 last year. Third of motorists most concerned with upfront cost as private EV uptake down -19% year on year in 2023 after end of consumer incentives. Industry urges EV tax breaks… Continue reading Car industry urges ‘fair tax for a fair transition’ to put EVs back in the fast lane
CV output records best start to year since 2008
UK CV production rises 26.9% in January in best start to a year since 2008. Production for export up 49.8%, while output for the UK declines -4.0%. Exports drive growth, with nearly seven in 10 (67.8%) CVs built for international markets. UK commercial vehicle (CV) production grew by 26.9% in the first month of 2024,… Continue reading CV output records best start to year since 2008