SMMT Group gains Gold accreditation from Investors in People (IIP), the global benchmark for workplace standards, practices, leadership, culture and communication. Accolade reflects SMMT’s long-term commitment to talent progression, productivity, employee engagement and wellbeing. ‘Advanced’ Gold award recognises high performance, given to just one in five organisations seeking IIP accreditation. The Society of Motor Manufacturers… Continue reading SMMT recognised as one of Britain’s top workplaces with Investors in People Gold award
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Bumper March for new vans as fleet demand surpasses 50,000 units
Britain’s new light commercial vehicle (LCV) market grows 11.1% to 52,916 units in best March performance for three years. Growth in uptake of all LCVs besides medium-sized vans, with the largest models up 16.1% as demand for smaller vans bounces back with a 44.8% rise. Electric van uptake reaches highest volume on record for a… Continue reading Bumper March for new vans as fleet demand surpasses 50,000 units
March new car market sustains growth as manufacturers shore up electrified demand
New car registrations rise 10.4% in best March since 2019 and 20th consecutive month of growth. Overall increase driven by fleet investment with weak confidence constraining private retail demand. Industry calls for EV incentives with battery electric car market off the pace. SEE CAR REGISTRATIONS BY BRAND DOWNLOAD PRESS RELEASE AND DATA TABLE The UK… Continue reading March new car market sustains growth as manufacturers shore up electrified demand
Go-Ahead Group to reach 1,100 zero emission bus milestone
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
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