UK Vehicle Manufacturing at Lowest Level Since 1953

UK vehicle manufacturing at lowest level since 1953

UK vehicle manufacturing has reached its lowest level since 1953, excluding the industry's pandemic shutdown, according to the latest figures, writes David Connett. The number of cars and vans coming off British production lines fell 7.3 per cent in the first six months of the year, the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) said. Production was slowed, or even stopped completely, as car makers reacted to the confusion surrounding the…

UK Auto Production to Drop 15% in 2025 Before Making a Strong Comeback in 2026

The UK automotive industry is set to face a significant downturn in 2025, with production forecasted to decline by 15%, according to data released by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). However, the sector is expected to rebound in 2026, signaling a cautious recovery following a challenging period marked by supply chain disruptions [...]

SMMT: UK Vehicle Production Falls in the First Half of 2025

According to the SMMT, UK vehicle production decreased by 11.9% in the first half of 2025, as global trade disruptions and economic uncertainty reduced output. The Latest Data UK new vehicle production declined by 11.9% to 417,232 units in the first six months of the year, according to the latest data from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). Restructuring at commercial vehicle production plants resulted in a first-half volume …