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Despite the fact that most of Europe is facing a prolonged economic crisis, car production in the UK has risen all throughout the year, as well as in October. According to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Trades (SMMT) data, production of cars destined for the local UK market has risen, by 18.1% in October, compared to the same time frame, in 2011, while the overall increase in manufacturing was recorded at 6.5%.
Also, from January to October, the total manufacturing growth figure also registered a 9.7% growth, compared to the same period of last year. According to Paul Everitt, Chief Executive of SMMT: “The UK automotive industry got back on track in October … but there remain significant challenges as European market demand remains weak [. . .] Sustained, high-value investment in R&D, facilities and new products is paving the way to a prosperous future for UK automotive, but there remain significant challenges as European market demand remains weak.”
In the January to October period, the output of commercial vehicles decreased by a total of 6.1%, while October marked a 5% increase, over last year’s figures.
In the January to October period, the output of commercial vehicles decreased by a total of 6.1%, while October marked a 5% increase, over last year’s figures.
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