Car production rises to highest level since 2007
The number of cars manufactured in Britain rose to 1.51m units from 1.46m in 2012 according to the SMMT
The UK is now set to take over France as Europe’s third biggest car-maker, boosted by domestic demand and exports outside the continent.
‘With its best year since a pre-recession 2007, the UK new car market has helped stimulate the country’s economic recovery,’ said Mike Hawes, SMMT Chief Executive.
‘While the European market is only now showing signs of improvement, the UK has consistently outperformed the rest of Europe with 22 consecutive months of growth. The 10.8% increase in 2013 reflects the attractive financial offers available as well as increased demand for more technologically advanced new cars.’
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