UK new car registrations fall -2.4% in 2019 to 2.3 million units, as multiple factors undermine market.
Registrations of battery electric cars surge to record levels, up +144.0%, with a further 23 new models set to hit showrooms in 2020.
CO2 increases for third consecutive year as industry faces tough new targets.
December market ends year on a positive, with overall demand up +3.4%.
Industry calls for measures to increase uptake of latest, low emission vehicles – a vital step in tackling environmental concerns.