Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT)
Put automotive sector at the heart of UK gr...
The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) has called on new Prime Minister Andy Burnham to make the UK automotive sector a central pillar of
LCV market posts half-year gain but EV van ...
The LCV market increased by 12.2% in June, marking the third consecutive month of growth and signalling a stronger first half of 2026 for the
New car market grows 11.4% in June as EVs d...
The UK new car market continued its recovery in June, with registrations rising by 11.4% year on year to 213,166 units, marking the strongest performance
Urgent action needed as ZEV targets and tra...
Britain must act now to secure the future of its world-class automotive industry, the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) is warning, with urgent
LCV market grows for second month
The UK light commercial vehicle (LCV) market recorded its second consecutive month of growth in May, with registrations rising 3.6% to 23,620 units, according to
Van market returns to growth with EV boost
The light commercial vehicle (LCV) market returned to growth in April 2026, with registrations rising by 6.8% as 21,716 new vans, pickups and 4x4s joined
SMMT urges technology-open transition as ZE...
The UK government is being urged to ensure HGV operators can access every available technology to reduce carbon emissions, as industry leaders warn that a
Vehicle production down again amid weak glo...
UK vehicle production recorded a sharp decline in February, underlining growing pressure on the automotive sector amid weakening global demand and ongoing structural challenges. According
UK van market edges up in February
UK new light commercial vehicle (LCV) registrations rose slightly in February, increasing by 1.1% to 14,641 units, according to the latest figures from the Society
HGV registrations dip in 2025 as ZEV uptake...
New HGV registrations declined by -10.0% in 2025 with 40,504 new trucks joining UK roads, according to the latest data published by the Society of
