SMMT News

1. SMMT hosts Conservative Party Conference event
2. New National Minimum Wage comes into force
3. DECC appoints new Chief Scientific Advisor
4. Parties focus on upcoming by-elections
5. Ministerial change announced
6. PM pledges tax cuts during party conference speech
7. Week ahead

The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) has announced the shortlist for its 2014 Award for Automotive Innovation, with contenders ranging from Formula 1-inspired energy recovery systems to advanced new engines. Now in its fifth year, the Award –…

Transport Minister Rt Hon John Hayes MP discussed his party’s approach to continuing support and encouraging growth of the UK automotive industry at the Conservative Party Conference yesterday.

SMMT International Bulletin October 2014 edition

Dual Purpose vehicles, more commonly known as SUVs or crossovers, are becoming ever-more popular with UK motorists. Nearly 250,000 Dual Purpose cars were registered in 2013, making it the third most popular segment in the UK.

1. SMMT host Labour Party Conference event
2. Car, engine and CV production stalls in August
3. UKTI and EEF sign deal to boost global trade for UK manufacturers
4. New research may help to improve HGV safety
5. Siemens UK Chief Executive appointed to BIS board
6. Week ahead

1. Council discusses industrial competitiveness
2. Commercial vehicle registrations up in August
3. Truck manufacturers state recommendations for reducing CO2
4. Berlin approves incentives for electric car drivers
5. Week ahead

Find out who has joined the premier automotive trade association and what they get from membership. New members – September 2014

SMMT’s weekly round-up, including all the latest news from UK automotive and a message from SMMT’s Chief Executive.

This week, two of the UK’s most esteemed manufacturers, Jaguar Land Rover and Rolls-Royce, have welcomed their intake of graduates and apprentices.