sh Government confirmed GBP 17.8 million of funding for a package of incentive schemes in 2026-27 to support the continued uptake of electric vehicles (EVs) and the expansion of EV charging infrastructure. All schemes will be delivered by Energy Saving Trust and will operate in tandem with existing UK Government EV incentives. The schemes will focus on improving access to public, workplace, and home charging, with targeted support for rural and i...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/02

NSK plans to cease production at Newark sites in UK NSK Ltd. (NSK) announced plans to withdraw production from its European manufacturing subsidiaries, NSK Bearings Europe Ltd. and NSK Precision UK Ltd., located in Newark-on-Trent, Nottinghamshire, UK. The plan was part of the ongoing structural reforms in the company’s European operations, driven by persistent challenges in the profitability of locally manufactured products. If closure proceed...

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roved an additional investment of over THB 4 billion by Triumph Motorcycles (Thailand) Co., Ltd. to expand production capacity for motorcycles above 500 cc, including engines and major components, at its Amata City Industrial Estate facility in Chonburi. Around 95% of output will be exported to the UK and other Asian markets, with the remainder for domestic sales. Triumph has operated in Thailand since 2009, with total investment exceeding THB 13...

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thdrawal of production from their facilities in central England. If withdrawal is decided, NSK aims to complete it by the end of March 2027. The company stated that it will take necessary measures to support approximately 220 employees who may be affected. NSK Bearings Europe Ltd. and NSK Precision UK Ltd., which have been manufacturing precision bearings and precision equipment-related products, respectively, at their production sites in Newark-...

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char.gy to install 1,500 charging points in Isle of Wight, UK On March 30, char.gy received a major contract from the Isle of Wight Council to deliver a large-scale expansion of public EV charging infrastructure. As part of the Government-backed Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) program, char.gy will design, install, and maintain a network of over 1,500 public EV chargepoints. The rollout is supported by GBP 1.625 million in LEVI fundi...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/01

Alexander Dennis, UK announces manufacturing restructuring, Shuts Falkirk site On March 31, Alexander Dennis, a subsidiary of NFI Group Inc., announced that it is consulting on a new strategy to secure its Scottish manufacturing operations and protect jobs. Under this plan, the Larbert facility would be converted into a chassis manufacturing site for low- and zero-emission buses, while the company plans to close its Falkirk facility as part of it...

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UK vehicle production decreases 17.2% to 68,061 units in February 2026 On March 27, the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) announced that the number of UK vehicle production for February 2026 decreased 17.2% over the previous year to 68,061 units. Passenger car production was down 10.7% to 65,885 units and commercial vehicle production was down 74.0% to 2,176 units year over year (y/y). Vehicle exports were down 14.6% (y/y) to 54,4...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/31

new global energy models, the Geely E5 and Starray EM-i, across five European countries, including Spain, Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium, and Luxembourg. Their expansion into Europe is supported by Geely’s long-term investment in technology, with R&D and design centers in Germany, Sweden, the UK, and Italy, helping tailor products to local needs. Going forward, Geely plans to introduce more NEV models tailored for Europe and shift towards ...

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SMMT, UK, raises concern over rising diesel price, advocates zero emission transition On March 26, the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders Limited (SMMT) stated that since February 28, diesel prices have been increasing, which poses serious challenges in the commercial vehicle space. The current conflict exposes the fragility of fuel supply. Long-term stability depends on reducing reliance on global oil and gas markets. Transitioning to al...

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Egypt and UK discuss cooperation on automotive industry and batteries On March 26, the Minister of Industry of Egypt held a meeting with the UK Ambassador in Cairo to discuss ways to enhance joint industrial cooperation and increase British investments in the Egyptian market. They discussed opportunities for cooperation in the automotive industry, electric vehicle batteries, green manufacturing, export, localization of technologies, etc. The Mini...

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output value is estimated at CNY 5 billion.Xinjin CATL, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Ltd. (CATL), was registered in Xinjin, Chengdu in February 2021 and started production in October 2021, serving global major energy storage markets including China, the US, the UK, Germany, Australia, and South Korea.In August 2023, Xinjin CATL was granted a PAS2060 carbon neutrality certificate by SGS, becoming CATL’s four...

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tish Zero Emission Bus Challenge Fund (ScotZEB3). This investment will bring over 330 zero-emission vehicles to Scotland’s operators, alongside the installation of charging infrastructure. Additionally, the Scottish Government is continuing to examine options for a regulatory approach through the UK Bus Services Act 2025. This would apply from a date no earlier than 2030, to further support the phased uptake of zero-emission buses on local serv...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/26

UK announces GBP 1 billion funding for electric vans and trucks On March 25, the Government of the UK announced a GBP 1 billion boost for British businesses to roll out clean trucks and vans and install new EV chargers at depots. The Zero Emissions Truck and Van grants and the Depot Charging Scheme aim to help businesses make the switch to electric vans and trucks. The truck grant will offer savings of up to GBP 81,000 off the heaviest zero emiss...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/25

versions use Toyota’s Hybrid 48V electrified powertrain. In Eastern Europe, VX and VX-L are available with either a 2.8-liter diesel or 2.4-liter petrol turbo engine. Entry-level TX and TX-L grades remain available, while a new Aura Black metallic paint option is offered across the range. (Toyota UK on March 24, 2026)...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/25

EU passenger car sales up 1.7% in February 2026 On March 24, the European Automobile Manufacturers Association (ACEA) announced new passenger car registrations for February 2026. Passenger car sales in the European Union (EU), European Free Trade Association (EFTA), and the United Kingdom (UK) increased 1.7% year-on-year to 979,321 units in February, while year-to-date sales decreased 1.0% to 1,940,321 units. February sales in the EU increased 1....

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KPIT, India shifts N-Dream stake to UK arm without changing overall holding On March 23, KPIT Technologies transferred its 26% stake in Switzerland-based cloud gaming platform N-Dream AG to wholly owned subsidiary KPIT Technologies (UK) Ltd, resulting in KPIT UK holding 90% of N-Dream and the company becoming a step-down subsidiary of KPIT India.  N-Dream operates a cloud-based game aggregation platform, and KPIT views the investment as part of ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/24

ss after 10,000 cycles, indicating an estimated cycle life of over 50,000 cycles. It is suitable for applications such as mass transportation, construction, and mining vehicles, among others. These new performances are enabled by XNO, a metal oxide anode technology developed by Echion Technologies (UK). XNO offers more than 50% higher energy density while maintaining fast-charging capability, long cycle life, and safety characteristics. GUS Techn...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/24

Ashok Leyland, India to invest up to INR 3.75 billion in UK arm Optare On March 20, Ashok Leyland has approved an equity investment of up to GBP 30 million (around INR 3.75 billion) in its UK-based subsidiary Optare Plc, to be infused in one or more tranches by March 31, 2026. Optare, which manufactures and sells buses and commercial vehicles and is the holding company for the group’s electric vehicle initiatives Switch Mobility Limited (UK) an...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/23

Tensor presents world's first personal level 4 Robocar in UK at European AV Summit On March 23, Tensor introduced the Tensor Robocar to the United Kingdom at the 5th annual European AV Summit, marking its first-ever UK showcase. It will highlight Tensor's production-ready innovations in safety, sensing, AI, and user experience, including the world's first foldable steering wheel co-developed with Autoliv. In collaboration with strategic partners ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/23

ise to 1.53 million units by 2030. This will cement China’s position as Europe’s largest single source of imported vehicles by far, even as a sizable proportion of Chinese manufacturing transfers to Europe. It is important to note that not all European markets are bound by EU tariff policy: the UK and Russia, for example, are under no obligation to adopt EU measures. Indeed, in the UK alone, roughly 290k vehicles, or 12.4% of total sales, ori...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/23