UK car production rose last month at its fastest rate so far this year, with most of the growth destined for domestic consumption rather than export, the industry’s trade body said today.
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UK car sales rise 11% in August
UK car sales rose by 11 percent in August, the 18th consecutive month of growth, in contrast to Germany, France, Italy and Spain, which all suffered sales declines.
16 consecutive months UK new-car sales rise
New-car sales in the UK rose 13 percent in June compared with a year earlier, marking the 16th consecutive month of growth for the market. The rise in sales is in stark contrast to other major European markets, which have seen sales falling.
Advertising Standards Agency bans Halfords ‘50% cheaper than main dealer’ servicing ads
The Advertising Standards Agency (ASA) has upheld a complaint made by The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) regarding an advertisement that ran on the Halfords Autocentres website.
New car registrations rise in August
Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) figures published today show the Ford Fiesta strengthened its position as the UK’s most popular car in August. Year-to-date figures for the Fiesta stand at just over 70,000 cars.
