The West Yorkshire Combined Authority (WYCA) has taken its first step towards selecting bus operators to help run the region’s new Weaver Network. This week the authority began a technical procurement process by opening its dynamic market procurement tool – an open list of pre-approved suppliers – for potential operators. The process sets out strict… Continue reading West Yorkshire begins search for franchised bus operators
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European unions are calling for industrial policy offensive
Frankfurt am Main-The European unions IG Metall from Germany, Pro-GE from Austria and Unia from Switzerland are in favor of a European answer to the current economic and political challenges. Switzerland and the EU should work more closely here. It takes an increased focus on European production, with clear criteria for creating and securing jobs.… Continue reading European unions are calling for industrial policy offensive
July 2025 new car pre-registration figures
SMMT released figures for July pre-registrations in the UK new car market. The data shows the number of cars disposed of by vehicle manufacturers in July 2025 that were defined as pre-registrations. The Supply of New Cars Order 2000 requires motor manufacturers to publish the number of pre-registered cars supplied and the gross income received… Continue reading July 2025 new car pre-registration figures
SMMT statement on the Plug-in Van and Truck Grant
Extending the Plug-in Van and Truck Grant until 2027 will help increase zero emission uptake in the critical commercial vehicle sector, much of which faces the same end of sale date as the car market. One of the major barriers to adoption is affordability so this extension will reduce the initial cost of purchase which,… Continue reading SMMT statement on the Plug-in Van and Truck Grant
Four automotive apprentices win once-in-a-lifetime driving experience with 1905 car
Four automotive apprentices win once-in-a-lifetime experience to drive 1904 Thornycroft Tourer in the world’s longest-running motoring event. Competition launched by SMMT and British Motor Museum to celebrate industry’s apprenticeship talent, with winners from Aston Martin Works, Bentley, Caterpillar and JLR. Competition reflects how far automotive skills and technology have travelled in past century, from early petrol… Continue reading Four automotive apprentices win once-in-a-lifetime driving experience with 1905 car
Why volume growth matters most for decarbonising heavy vehicles
Heavy goods vehicles are crucial to keeping goods and business on the move, and a thriving market for the latest models is essential for reducing emissions. Yet the latest registrations data published by SMMT today shows Q2 marked a fourth quarter of decline in the new HGV market. Although this is unsurprising as the market… Continue reading Why volume growth matters most for decarbonising heavy vehicles
Britain’s bus fleet grows – and gets greener – for ninth quarter running
New bus, coach and minibus deliveries up 62.5% to 2,968 units in second quarter of 2025. Demand rises in every segment with volume growth driven by minibus uptake, up 99.7%. Buses driving decarbonisation with 45.3% rise in zero emission rollout, accounting for one in five new buses reaching the road. Data download New UK bus,… Continue reading Britain’s bus fleet grows – and gets greener – for ninth quarter running
HGV market declines in Q2 but zero emission uptake reaches record levels
New heavy goods vehicle uptake declines -11.2% in Q2 as fleet renewal continues to normalise. Demand falls across all body types bar refuse trucks, but tractors remain most popular. ZEV rollout up 59.1% during first half with record 0.9% share – but equivalent to fewer than 200 units. Industry welcomes new depot infrastructure grants, with… Continue reading HGV market declines in Q2 but zero emission uptake reaches record levels
A red letter day for school leavers
Today, thousands of young people are receiving their T and A level results and now considering their next steps, whether that’s entering full-time work, starting an apprenticeship or heading to university. And while university remains a popular choice, apprenticeships provide a crucial route into the automotive industry, offering roles in R&D, manufacturing, supply chain, maintenance,… Continue reading A red letter day for school leavers
Five minutes with… Mark Stidston, Business Development Manager, Modul-System
Tell us a bit about Modul-System? Modul-System Group is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of racking solutions for service vehicles and parcel delivery vans. Safety and quality are of paramount importance to the business, and we consistently invest significant resources into the development of innovative products that deliver value to our customers. We are… Continue reading Five minutes with… Mark Stidston, Business Development Manager, Modul-System