Reports Archive

Commissioned by the Transport Knowledge Transfer Network (TKTN) and the Low Carbon Vehicle Partnership (LowCVP) and written by Ricardo-AEA for the project partners, this report aims to show how greenhouse gas emissions for HGVs could be significantly cut and focuses on the key technical opportunities.

November’s edition of the funding and support guide is now available to download below. CLICK TO VIEW: Download publication

SMMT comissioned KPMG to write a report that investigates UK automotive supply chain opportunities in the contect of a recent wave of investment in the country. The report finds that the UK has become a ‘destination of choice’ for global vehicle manufacturers. It also explains the major supply chain opportunities that exist and what makes the UK an increasingly attractive market.

Version 8 of the SMMT Funding, Finance and Support document is available for download here. Updates include additional four schemes, two scheme withdrawls and a number of content updates to ensure information remains relevant and up to date.

SMMT has launched a report that demonstrates the value of the UK’s unique low volume car manufacturing industry, highlighting some of the challenges these companies face and, importantly, the opportunities for growth that can be achieved with industry, government and other stakeholders working together to support a world-renowned British success story.

SMMT’s 13th Sustainability Report reflects more clearly than ever the progress UK automotive is making towards its long-term environmental commitment, driven by sustained investment in resource efficiency and the development of low and ultra-low carbon products.

Building on an initial scoping study completed in December 2011 that outlined the main financial and growth constraints affecting the UK automotive supply chain, this in-depth investigation goes further to explore the nature and extent of the specific financing issues affecting the sector.

SMMT’s 11th annual New Car CO2 Report, which shows ongoing reductions in average emissions of new cars. 2011 figures drop by 4.2% on the previous year to 138.1g/km CO2 (equivalent to 52.5mpg), down by over 23% since 2000.

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.

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.