“This is an important announcement that recognises the strategic contribution of the motor industry and follows action in other EU member states, the
Why is the automotive sector important to the
· 27 car and CV manufacturers operating in the
· 1.75m cars and commercial vehicles produced each year
· £51b turnover
· £9.5 billion value added
· Over 800,000
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· New cars emit less CO2 than older models – the average new car CO2 emissions have fallen 16% in the last decade