Reports and publications

Reports and publications

SMMT publishes a number of books, CDs, brochures and reports related to the automotive industry. Many of our publications are available free of charge and can be downloaded from this website. Others can be bought online.

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      Gearing Up - Smith Institute Report

      Date: December 2011

      This report forms part of the Institute’s ‘policies for change’ programme, which looks at what more could be done to rebuild and rebalance the economy.

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      Towing and the Law - Sixth Edition

      Date: 2011

      This guide concentrates on the safe use of light trailers and trailer caravans. Its purpose is to increase awareness of the additional rules and regulations which have to be obeyed when towing. (Includes 36 pages of text, colour illustrations and a protective cover)

      Member Price: £3.50

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      Best Practice Principles for environmental claims

      Date: November 2011 (updated)

      The Best Practice Principles have been developed by SMMT, LowCVP and ISBA as a framework and a starting reference point for consumers, the automotive industry and its marketers in the sphere of marketing communications for passenger cars and light commercial vehicles (up to 3.5 tonnes).

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      Twelfth Sustainability Report (2011)

      Date: November 2011

      SMMT’s Twelfth Sustainability Report is more focused, more efficient and has more of an eye on the future than ever before – reflecting perfectly the progressive, forward-thinking excellence that UK automotive is exploiting now and will hone as we move towards an even more sustainable future.

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      List of Funding, Finance and Support Schemes

      Date: November 2011

      This document brings together key information and links to sources of money and support for businesses active in the UK automotive sector. The report is organised into European, national and regional schemes with each scheme being further categorised into: Loans, Incentives and Tax Breaks, Environmental/ Low Carbon Specific, R&D, Internationalisation and SME Specific.

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      Electric Car Guide 2011

      Date: 2011

      SMMT has published the Electric Car Guide to help motorists make more informed decisions when purchasing an electric vehicle. Presented in an easy to understand Q&A-style format, the free publication addresses some of the common queries relating to electric vehicles including information about batteries, charging, vehicle performance, on-the-road costs, government incentives and safety.

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      Motor Industry Facts 2011

      Date: April 2011

      The pocket-sized guide to facts and figures for the UK automotive sector. Packed with industry statistics, from registration and production data to greener-driving tips and information on eco innovations.

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      Dealer Energy Efficiency Guide

      Date: March 2011

      SMMT, in association with the RMI and the Carbon Trust, has published the Dealer Energy Efficiency Guide providing expert advice on how best to reduce your energy use and improve your bottom line profits.

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      Invest Now Report

      Date: March 2011

      Invest Now is an independent report detailing the strength of the UK automotive sector and highlights recent developments that will contribute to the growth of the industry. The report provides qualified reasons why now is an excellent time to invest in the sector, with an outline of major vehicle manufacturer’s commitment to increase activity and investment in the UK.

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      New Car CO2 Report 2011

      Date: March 2011

      SMMT's 10th annual New Car CO2 Report, which shows ongoing reductions in average emissions of new cars. 2010 figures drop by 3.5% on the previous year to 144.2g/km CO2 (equivalent to about 50mpg), down by over 20% since 2000.

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      The UK Motor Industry Press and PR Guide 2012

      Date: 2011

      A quick reference source for key contacts in the motor industry and facts at your fingertips.

      Member Price: £28.00

      Non-Member Price : £35.00

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      Eleventh Sustainability Report

      Date: October 2010

      The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Trader’s (SMMT) eleventh annual sustainability report reveals that UK manufacturing has made significant progress in cutting CO2 emissions, waste and energy use despite the challenges of the recent economic crisis.

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      Electric Car Guide 2010

      Date: 2010

      SMMT has published the Electric Car Guide to help motorists make more informed decisions when purchasing an electric vehicle. Presented in an easy to understand Q&A-style format, the free of charge publication addresses some of the common queries relating to electric vehicles including information about batteries, charging, vehicle performance, on-the-road cost, government incentives and safety.

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      Motor Industry Facts 2010

      Date: April 2010

      The pocket-sized guide to facts and figures for the UK automotive sector. Packed with industry statistics, from registration and production data to greener-driving tips and information on eco innovations.

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      New Car CO2 Report 2010

      Date: March 2010

      SMMT has published its ninth CO2 report which shows that CO2 emissions from new cars fell by their biggest ever margin in 2009. The average model now emits just 149.5g/km – 5.4% less than the 2008 figure and down 21.2% on the 189.8g/km base level in 1997

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      Tenth Sustainability Report

      The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Trader’s (SMMT) tenth annual sustainability report reveals that the UK motor industry is home to some of the cleanest and most efficient automotive production plants in Europe.

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      ISO/TS 16949:2009 Technical Specification

      Date: 2009

      Quality Management Systems - Particular requirements for the application of ISO 9001:2008 for automotive production and relevant service part organisations.

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      IATF Auditor Guide for ISO/TS 16949

      Date: 2009

      The IATF Auditor Guide represents a consolidation of automotive audit best practice and the IATF automotive process approach to auditing, through the complete audit cycle. The Guide is structured to provide both knowledge and application competency criteria against each stage of the audit process.

      Member Price: £15.00

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      ISO/TS Rules for Achieving IATF Recognition: 3rd edition

      Date: 2009

      The Rules for Achieving IATF Recognition include the criteria for Certification Body recognition, audit proess, and auditor quailfication.

      Member Price: £20.00

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      Motor Industry Facts 2009

      Date: April 2009

      The pocket-sized guide to facts and figures for the UK automotive sector. Packed with industry statistics, from registration and production data to greener-driving tips and information on eco innovations.

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      New Car CO2 Report 2009

      Date: March 2009

      SMMT has published its eighth new car CO2 report which shows that CO2 emissions from new cars fell by their biggest ever margin in 2008. The average model now emits just 158.0g/km - 4.2% less than the 2007 figure and 16.8% down on the 189.8g/km base level in 1997.

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      Right Van Man

      Date: February 2009

      Produced jointly with the Vehicle Certification Agency (VCA) and the Department for Transport, the guide - Right Van Man - gives individual van buyers and drivers top tips on van choice and use to help cut running costs and CO2 emissions from light commercial vehicles.

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      Motor Industry Facts 2008

      Date: April 2008

      The pocket-sized guide to facts and figures for the UK automotive sector. Packed with industry statistics, from registration and production data to greener-driving tips and information on eco innovations.

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      Heavy CV Fuel Consumption Fact Sheet

      Date: 2008

      This fact sheet highlights the fuel consumption/efficiency of heavy commercial vehicles.

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      HGVs - Oil Pollution & Fuel Storage

      Date: 2008

      Oil pollution and fuel storage on HGVs by Richard Martin - Environment Agency

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      Register of Model Titles 2007

      Date: 2007

      The 2007 Edition of the Register of Model Titles is an essential reference book for all vehicle manufacturers wishing to obtain industry-wide recognition for their model names.

      Member Price: £125.00

      Non-Member Price : £160.00

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      Women and Motoring

      Date: June 2007

      For the first time, SMMT has commissioned research looking at attitudes and opinions of some of its most important customers. Women and motoring is free to download and is based on an Ipsos-MORI omnibus survey and focus group discussions.

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      Vehicle Approval – Industry Cost Considerations - A guide to preparing the business case

      Date: April 2007

      This guide provides an overview of topics that vehicle manufacturers/importers, body builders and converters need to consider when developing their business case and plans for implementing type or individual vehicle approval for their products.

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      Motor Industry Facts 2007

      Date: April 2007

      The pocket-sized guide to facts and figures for the UK automotive sector. Packed with industry statistics, from registration and production data to greener-driving tips and information on eco innovations.

      Member Price: Free

      Non-Member Price : Free

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      Biofuels and road vehicles

      Date: 2006

      Your questions answered, in this simple SMMT guide to fuels made from biomass

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