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The Society of Motor Manufacturers & Traders (SMMT) is one of the UK’s largest, most influential trade associations, representing sectors ranging from R&D and manufacturing of cars, vans, trucks, buses, taxis and trailers; to tech, software, servicing and the supply chain. Our members include large multi-nationals. SMEs and start-ups, and SMMT’s remit is to support, safeguard and champion their businesses and competitiveness, promoting their interest to government, stakeholders and media in the UK and globally.
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Open trade and realism must drive UK automotive growth
The UK’s latest vehicle production data out this week shows volumes rose in May, for the first time this year, albeit set against a weak month last year when US tariff uncertainty loomed. The UK-US trade deal that came into force in June 2025 remains crucial, with cross-Atlantic shipments up more than 80% year-on-year in May. However, even as the UK marked 10 years since the Brexit referendum this week, the EU remains by far our most important export destination, receiving more than half of all UK car exports.
Vehicle production up but pressures persist
SMMT statement on Climate Change Committee’s 2026 Progress in reducing emissions report to Parliament
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