28 April 2022 #UK Manufacturing March engine output declines -22.7%, to 152,250 units. Production for UK and overseas markets falls -27.2% and -19.0% respectively in the month. 411,273 engines built in first quarter, down -23.2% on Q1 2021. Mike Hawes, SMMT Chief Executive, said, While the automotive industry is resilient, the global shortage of semiconductors,… Continue reading UK engine production declines -22.7% in March
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Commercial vehicle production accelerates as March output surpasses pre-pandemic levels
28 April 2022 #SMMT News #UK Manufacturing British CV production rises 57.0% in the first quarter of 2022. Q1 production for domestic and overseas markets grows by 42.6% and 70.5% respectively. Last month marks best March since 2011 with output up 64.3% to 10,130 units. UK commercial vehicle (CV) production grew 57.0% in the first… Continue reading Commercial vehicle production accelerates as March output surpasses pre-pandemic levels
March 2022 new car pre-registration figures
28 April 2022 #Pre-Registration SMMT released figures for March pre-registrations in the UK new car market. The data shows the number of cars disposed of by vehicle manufacturers in February 2022 that were defined as pre-registrations. Download the March 2022 release Go to Source
Global supply challenges wipe 100,000 cars from UK automotive output in first quarter
UK car production falls -32.4% in first quarter, a decline of 99,211 units on pandemic-affected Q1 2021. Output for March drops -33.4% to 76,900 units, as 4.3% rise in production for the UK fails to offset -41.4% exports decline. As manufacturing costs soar, sector calls for measures to shore up UK’s global competitiveness and secure… Continue reading Global supply challenges wipe 100,000 cars from UK automotive output in first quarter
New members – April 2022
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. Legal helpline SMMT advisors provide assistance with disputes, contracts, employment issues, health and safety matters and much more. Developing… Continue reading New members – April 2022
SMMT statement in response to bi-annual MOT proposals
27 April 2022 #SMMT News Mike Hawes, SMMT Chief Executive said: The industry shares the widespread concern over rising prices and the squeeze on household incomes. Safety, however, must always come first and, whilst today’s vehicles are more reliable than ever, regular MOTs ensure safety-critical components such as brakes and tyres which wear out as… Continue reading SMMT statement in response to bi-annual MOT proposals
Car makers treble battery range and deliver 15-fold increase in model choice in a decade
Average battery range of vehicles at annual SMMT Test Day grows from 74 miles to almost 260 miles during Britain’s first ‘electric decade’. Industry confirms commitment to zero-emission motoring, from hatchbacks to supercars, as more than 40% of models on the market now come with a plug. SMMT Test Day reflects EV model choice with… Continue reading Car makers treble battery range and deliver 15-fold increase in model choice in a decade
Automotive industry leaders gather to drive electrified vehicle manufacturing in the North East
SMMT Regional Forum comes to Sunderland to help secure more investment for the region as automotive industry looks to ramp up zero-emission vehicle and battery production. Latest SMMT analysis reveals £4.1bn auto sector commitment to North East in UK’s first ‘electric decade’, helping create at least 7,000 jobs in EV manufacturing. Speakers from Adient, Advanced… Continue reading Automotive industry leaders gather to drive electrified vehicle manufacturing in the North East
Commercial Vehicle Show celebrates strong exhibitor demand as preparations ramp up for 2022 Show
Vast range of exhibitors committed to the 2022 Show. Catering to variety of requirements, final space applications closing. Comprehensive live theatre programme across three days at the NEC. Organisers of the 2022 Commercial Vehicle Show are delighted to confirm that more than 200 exhibitors have committed to the Show, taking place at the NEC, Birmingham… Continue reading Commercial Vehicle Show celebrates strong exhibitor demand as preparations ramp up for 2022 Show
SMMT statement in response to Government’s Zero Emission Vehicle Mandate proposals
07 April 2022 #Emissions #SMMT News Mike Hawes, SMMT Chief Executive, said: Government’s Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Mandate proposals are the most ambitious of any major market in the world. The automotive sector continues to invest billions in a wide and growing range of zero emission vehicles, vehicles which are already becoming commonplace on Britain’s… Continue reading SMMT statement in response to Government’s Zero Emission Vehicle Mandate proposals