In 2011, Audi started producing its Q3 SUV at sister brand Seat’s underused factory in Martorell, Spain.
Europe’s worsening car factory overcapacity is not expected to improve for at least another three years, according to analysts at IHS Automotive.
Britain may overtake France as Europe’s second largest automotive producer within the next five years if UK car sales and exports maintain current strong growth, industry executives said.
Nissan, BMW’s Mini brand and Jaguar-Land Rover are among automakers exporting vehicles from their factories in England.
