exports was 71.7%.In the first nine months of 2024, total vehicle production decreased 8.0% (y/y) to 686,309 units. The passenger car production was down 10.2% to 592,862 units, commercial vehicle was up 8.5% to 93,447 units.Mike Hawes, CEO of SMMT said "As UK Automotive undergoes its most radical transformation in more than a century, short term production declines were always anticipated, and they represent a temporary adjustment in exchange f...

Automotive Production Data  Updated at: 2025/02/27

can drive long-term growth for the low carbon economy but the sector needs competitive conditions to attract investment. Recent global developments, however, suggest increasing protectionism which, if not challenged or mitigated, could put the UK at a disadvantage. To deliver a wholesale industrial transformation we need a competitive framework and a pitch that promotes advanced vehicle manufacturing internationally. We now look to the forthcomin...

Automotive Production Data  Updated at: 2024/03/01

supply chain deliveries remain erratic, business costs volatile and geopolitical instability still very real. With the industry racing to decarbonise, we need to safeguard manufacturing competitiveness, drive investment and develop the skill base. Government and industry have a role to play in this transformation and collaboration will be essential if the UK is to remain at the forefront of automotive innovation." UK vehicle production figures ...

Automotive Production Data  Updated at: 2023/03/30

h downward pressure weighing on the economy and COVID-19 outbreaks hitting the auto consumer market, consumers’ demand for purchasing vehicles cooled down, bringing heavy pressure to the stable operation of the auto market. The CAAM believes that China’s auto industry is in a critical period of transformation and upgrade, and suggests that purchase tax incentives for conventional ICE vehicles and local consumption boosting policies be renewed...

Automotive Production Data  Updated at: 2023/02/10

ion is improving in the UK and in some major export markets, manufacturers are still struggling to manage residual issues, most notably the global semiconductor shortage. The shift towards electrified vehicle production is fundamental to the future of this vital sector. Securing investment for this transformation will depend on the global competitiveness of our industry. Companies are already having to absorb additional costs arising from our new...

Automotive Production Data  Updated at: 2022/02/28

biggest market. The immediate challenge is to adapt to the new conditions, to overcome the additional customs burdens and regain our global competitiveness while delivering zero emission transport. We will continue to work with Government to attract investment in battery production and supply chain transformation as we transition to smart and sustainable mobility, supporting jobs and driving economic growth nationwide. " UK vehicle production fig...

Automotive Production Data  Updated at: 2021/04/28

the entire year of 2019. The automotive industry of China was under high pressure in 2019 as it was affected by such factors as China-U.S. economic and trade frictions, adoption of stricter emission standards and NEV (new energy vehicle) subsidy cuts. The entire industry was still in the process of transformation and upgrading. Production and sales stayed within reasonable ranges thanks to the industry’s ability to rejuvenate in the second half...

Automotive Production Data  Updated at: 2020/01/21