UK new car market stabilises while hybrid and plug-in see record growth
Year-on-year demand for new cars in the UK grew 1.2% in July, according to the latest figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). 163,898 new cars were registered in the month as the market stabilised following “a turbulent six months”. Alternatively fuelled vehicles enjoyed an uplift of 21%, with the market share […]
UK automotive industry urges rethink on Brexit ‘red lines’ following latest industry numbers
The UK government has come under further pressure on its post-Brexit plans, this time from the automotive industry. Last week the aerospace sector spoke up as Airbus warned on the disruption it would face if the UK left both the single market and customs union immediately without a withdrawal agreement. Now, the Society of Motor […]
Automechanika: Automotive supply chain in focus at SMMT Open Forum
The SMMT Open Forum at next week’s Automechanika Birmingham will be tackling hot topics in the automotive supply chain. Major manufacturers Ford and Nissan will speak on how they are investing in new UK supply chain innovation, while cutting-edge technology and trends expected to influence the next generation of vehicles will be highlighted by stakeholders […]
TR Fastenings to host Fastener Surgery at Automechanika Birmingham
TR Fastenings (TR) is returning to Automechanika Birmingham next month, with a ‘Fastener Surgery’ where visitors can bring design or application issues to the firm’s team of engineers. TR, part of Trifast plc, is a full service provider to the automotive industry specialising in supply to the Tier 1 market. TR’s global reach extends to […]