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The Society of Motor Manufacturers & Traders (SMMT) is one of the UK’s largest, most influential trade associations, representing sectors ranging from R&D and manufacturing of cars, vans, trucks, buses, taxis and trailers; to tech, software, servicing and the supply chain. Our members include large multi-nationals. SMEs and start-ups, and SMMT’s remit is to support, safeguard and champion their businesses and competitiveness, promoting their interest to government, stakeholders and media in the UK and globally.
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How auto investment is driving new skills and vehicle markets
The used car market is a crucial economic driver, providing affordable motoring for consumers and growth for industry – so new SMMT data published this week bodes well, with sales continuing their post-pandemic recovery in 2025. The figures also show a record number of EVs changing hands, up by almost half to account for almost one in 10 transactions.
New event to put UK’s green bus investment in fast lane
EVs power up used car market in three-year growth run
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