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UK car production rose 13.1% in February, to 69,707 units, according to the latest figures published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).
Production for domestic and overseas markets rose 20.3% and 11.5% respectively, with exports driving the overall increase.
The UK auto industry’s transition to hybrid, plug-in hybrid and battery electric vehicles continued, with combined volumes jumping 72.2% from 15,905 to a total of 27,392 units and accounting for two of five (39.3%) cars produced in the month.
Mike Hawes, Chief Executive of SMMT, said: “The growth in UK car production in February signals the industry is on the road to recovery.
“The fundamentals of this sector are strong; a highly skilled workforce, engineering excellence, a sector embracing new electric vehicle manufacturing and broad capabilities in the EV supply chain.
“However, to take advantage of global opportunities, we must pick up the pace and make the UK the most attractive destination for automotive investment by addressing trade and fiscal costs and delivering affordable, low-carbon energy.
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