Vehicle Production Show Signs of Recovery in May

Vehicle production show signs of recovery in May

UK vehicle production rose 2.7% in May to 51,178 units, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). Car output was up 3.2% to 49,249 units after four […] The post Vehicle production show signs of recovery in May first appeared on Bodyshop Magazine.

SMMT calls for ZEV Mandate overhaul in flat UK market

The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) has called for the ZEV Mandate to be “realigned with real world conditions” as it announced flat car production figures for the UK market for May. Overall, UK vehicle production rose 2.7% in May to 51,178 units. Car output grew 3.2% to 49,249 units, reversing four months of decline, while commercial vehicle (CV) volumes fell -7.6% to 1,929 units. Car production for the UK market was flat, up …

SMMT warns of recovery at risk, despite UK car production rise

Vehicle production returned to growth in May, but the SMMT says lower energy costs, free trade and ZEV mandate reform are needed to sustain the recovery.

Vehicle production up but pressures persist

May vehicle output rises 2.7% to 51,178 units in first monthly uplift this year. Car production grows 3.2%, reversing four months of decline, while CV output falls -7.6%. 317,779 vehicles built in first five months, down -8.7%, with three quarters of output exported. Sector urges action on energy costs, trade and market regulation to secure UK competitiveness. File download UK New Vehicle Manufacturing May 2026 DOWNLOAD ALL UK vehicle producti…