SMMT analysis published today reveals the scale of Wales’ contribution to UK Automotive, with the sector directly supporting 7,000 jobs – representing one in 20 UK automotive workers – sustaining skilled livelihoods and generating £477 million for the economy. The findings come as senior leaders from industry, Welsh Government and the defence sector gather … [Read more...]
UK Automotive faces serious risks from failing EV drive
UK car makers and dealers are calling on the Government to revise and invest in their zero emissions target and electric vehicle registrations. In its annual analysis of the automotive sector, the Society of Motor Manufacturers and traders report points to some areas that need fixing: Sky high energy costs Business costs that make it harder to … [Read more...]
UK automotive improves but change is needed
UK vehicle production rose 2.7% in May to 51,178 units, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders. 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. The stronger overall performance was driven by overseas orders, which recovered following a -30.3% … [Read more...]
Goals will be missed unless politicians see sense
Politician's blind optimism towards climate goals is failing to see the very real obstacles facing society, says the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders who are struggling to sell EVs. Mike Hawes, SMMT Chief Executive, said, “The dependence on electrification to deliver our climate goals is self-evident but the pathway cannot be built on blind … [Read more...]
Make the right connections, InstaVolt tell legislators
InstaVolt, the UK's leading ultra-rapid EV charging network, is calling on the government to deliver on its commitment to improve EV charging signage after a planning application designed to highlight the issue was rejected by the local planning authority. The application, submitted in November 2025 for a non-functional, advertising wind turbine at … [Read more...]
Putting heart into heritage
Cambrian Classics Ltd is our family-run business that specialises in pre-1980 classic and vintage car repair and servicing, and is located by the beautiful Ceredigion coast. I started Cambrian Classics in 2021, after over 10 years working in the local motor trade. I have owned and worked on my own classic cars since I (below) was a student at Aberystwyth … [Read more...]
Brakes going on Government green drive
The UK government is putting the brakes on its green ambitions in the face of car makers' warnings, lower than expected registrations and struggling charging networks. Originally, new legislation wanted car manufacturers to sell an increasing proportion of electric vehicles annually and under the mandate, a third of every car maker’s UK sales must be … [Read more...]
Out of touch screens most annoy drivers
For a growing number of drivers, the most frustrating part of their car isn't under the bonnet, it's the infotainment system. And this frustration is now widespread enough that Euro NCAP has acted, updating its 2026 safety rating criteria so vehicles can no longer earn the highest ratings without physical controls for functions including indicators, hazard … [Read more...]
Avoid these EVs with low resale value
New research has revealed the most common electric vehicles that have historically depreciated the fastest in the UK. The research carried out by GAP insurance provider, ALA Insurance, found the Nissan Leaf, Renault Zoe, BMW i13, Jaguar I-PACE, Audi e-tron and the Mercedes-Benz EQC lose their value the quickest after being driven off the … [Read more...]
Newslines 5 June
A new railway bridge will be installed at Cathays railway station starting on 13 June. The ‘Access for All’ footbridge will provide better accessibility and help modernise the station to a safer transport hub while additional features of the infrastructure upgrade include step-free lift access for wheelchair users, improved walkways, and direct access to … [Read more...]
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