Britain's car industry is facing unprecedented challenges, recording its worst April in over 70 years, with an 8.9% drop in vehicle production. Only 56,500 cars were manufactured, the lowest output for April since 1952, excluding COVID disruptions. Commercial vehicle production plummeted by 68% year-on-year. The slump is attributed to disruptions from late Easter holidays, plant closures, and international trade uncertainties, with production levels falling drastically. SMMT's chief executive called for immediate action to boost demand and competitiveness in the sector.
"With automotive manufacturing experiencing its toughest start to the year since 2009, urgent action is needed to boost domestic demand and our international competitiveness," he warned.
The figures cap off the worst start to the year for the British automotive sector since the global financial crisis of 2009. In the first four months of 2025."
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