Wrapping up a busy year of overseas activity Ruta Aisthorpe, Director of Global Operations and Partnerships, shares about international activities for the December edition of the SMMT International Update. This comes at the end of a busy year for SMMT International in which we have supported 125+ UK automotive companies across a wide range of trade missions… Continue reading SMMT International Update December 2025
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Thyssenkrupp: Employees say no to dividend payments
Jürgen Kerner, Second Chairman of IG Metall, explains the dividend recommendation of the Supervisory Board to the annual general meeting of thyssenkrupp AG: December 9, 20259. 12, 2025 Regarding the dividend recommendation of the Supervisory Board to the annual general meeting of thyssenkrupp AG, Jürgen Kerner, Second Chairman of IG Metall, explains: “We have very… Continue reading Thyssenkrupp: Employees say no to dividend payments
New Members – November
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 opportunities by matching buyers to… Continue reading New Members – November
A disquieting month for the UK’s new car market
November’s new car data offers a reminder that the road to net zero is anything but straightforward. Overall registrations slipped by -1.6%, reflecting not just a dip in private buyer enthusiasm but a market grappling with a challenging economic backdrop. Electrified vehicles dominated popular demand, making up more than half of all registrations for a… Continue reading A disquieting month for the UK’s new car market
Pension: “Need a stable level in the long term”
This pension package can only be a first step towards secure and fair pensions in the long term. The agreed extension of the holding line prevents a rapid decline in pension levels. This not only benefits the boomer generation, but also younger people. There is a risk of a decline in future pensions as early… Continue reading Pension: “Need a stable level in the long term”
SMMT statement on Automated Vehicles consultation
SMMT statement on government’s Critical Minerals Strategy Safety is paramount for the automotive sector and this consultation is crucial to enable safe and responsible rollout of self-driving vehicles in Great Britain. Given the intricacies of Britain’s road network – especially in urban areas – it’s vital that industry works with government and other stakeholders to… Continue reading SMMT statement on Automated Vehicles consultation
New van registrations decline in November
November saw a -22.2% decline in new light commercial vehicle (LCV) registrations with 23,570 units delivered, according to new SMMT data published this week. The downturn affected all van sizes, including the largest vans – which represent almost 70% of the overall market. Despite a volume fall, the BEV share did rise in November, up 25.3%,… Continue reading New van registrations decline in November
Five minutes with… Till Oberwörder, CEO of Daimler Buses
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
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