Innovation, Funding & Support
SMMT members have access to exclusive funding, finance and expert support to help them innovate, grow and become more competitive.
From our online funding opportunities hub to Meet the Funder events and technical guidance, SMMT helps automotive businesses identify relevant opportunities and access the support they need.
Discover the latest automotive funding opportunities available to businesses investing in the UK automotive sector, from early-stage innovation and collaborative R&D through to large-scale manufacturing and supply chain transformation.
Our funding guide brings together national and regional support schemes, helping companies identify the right route to accelerate growth, innovation and electrification.
SMMT members can access additional insight, guidance and support through the Members’ Zone, helping you stay informed about future funding opportunities and maximise the value of available programmes.
Find out how to join SMMT below.
SMMT’s Meet the Funder events, delivered in partnership with Green Finance Institute (GFI), help to match automotive companies with the investment they need to help drive change and a greener future for the UK auto sector through pre-arranged meetings.
Our events attract a range of investors, including venture capital and private equity providers, as well as automotive industry players – and they are looking for an equally wide range of company types, from start-ups and scale-ups to more established suppliers looking for investment to support a significant transition or growth plan.
If you are interested in taking part in a future event, either as an automotive company or as an investor, you can express your interest by contacting [email protected]
Technical Support
SMMT’s team of technical experts is on hand to provide member companies with valuable support on new and existing technical regulations and standards. Our technical support email, which is available Monday to Friday from 9:00am – 5:00pm, offers members a competitive advantage through knowledge and expertise on a wide range of areas, including:
- Technical legislation – EU, UK and ECE
- Technical standards – UK and international
- Vehicle regulations
- Environmental legislation
- Mechanical engineering
- Transportation systems
- Safety
- Vehicle security
- Vehicle certification
- Braking, handling
- Type approval
- Wheels and tyres
- Electrical and electronics
- Lighting and signalling
- Technical publications
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SMMT’s comprehensive membership base covers every aspect of the automotive industry, from vehicles to components, trailers to aftermarket; and from large global corporations to small and medium enterprises. The scope of interest of our members also varies dramatically, ranging from direct, partial or indirect involvement in the manufacturing of vehicles and components, to design engineering and distribution, and a variety of other services aligned to the industry.
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