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SMMT renews call for ZEV reform as UK vehicle production falls 13% in H1
UK vehicle production fell -7.5% in the first half of 2026, with factories turning out 385,979 cars and commercial vehicles, according to the latest figures published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). Overall production for export…
Steve Young Blog: Sticking to your knitting
The announcement from Stellantis that they plan to sell the Free2Move car-sharing business marks the end of an era for manufacturers’ looking to profit from a supposed shift in consumer behaviour from ownership to use. Free2Move itself includes the former…
Renault UK dealer network to display left-hand-drive Twingo E-Tech electric
The left-hand drive Renault Twingo E-Tech electric will be displayed in UK dealerships. Consisting of over 100 cars all finished in Absolute Green, the display fleet was brought over specially from France. Adam Wood, managing director, Renault UK, said: “Interest…
Stellantis to sell Free2move’s car-sharing business to Mutares
Stellantis will sell Free2move’s car-sharing business to private equity investor Mutares. The transaction is expected to conclude by the end of 2026, subject to customary closing conditions. Virgilio Cerutti, head of business development & partnerships at Stellantis, said: “By sharpening…
Stellantis Q2 results highlight continued losses in Europe
Stellantis reported a 13% year-on-year increase in second-quarter net revenues to £37.3bn (€43.5bn), with improved sales in North America helping return the group to profit despite continued losses in its European operations. Net profit reached £257.1m (€300m) in the quarter,…
BYD UK passes 100,000 new car registrations
BYD has passed the significant milestone of 100,000 new car registrations in the UK. Its sales only commenced with the ATTO 3 in March 2023. In that time, BYD UK has gone from five retailers to a network of 143 sites.…
Group 1 UK sees profits and turnover dip in Q2
Group 1 UK saw turnover and gross profits take a hit in the three months to the end of June. Gross profits fell -2.4% to $202.1m (£151m) on turnover down -4.9% to $1.45bn “During the current quarter, the Company disposed…