April car production up
May 20th, 2010 by Richard Aucock
CAR production in the UK rose by 44 percent in April as fortunes for the industry continue to improve.
To date, car production is up nearly 65 percent this year.
It looks like the commercial vehicle sector is finally benefitting, too – UK build rates are up over 44 percent this year.
‘Output in April is up across the car, commercial vehicle and engine sectors compared to the same time last year, reflecting a good start to the second quarter of 2010,’ said SMMT chief executive, Paul Everitt.
‘A number of UK product launches and the introduction of new technologies are helping to sustain demand, despite an expected slowdown following the end of the scrappage scheme.
‘The home market saw a significant increase in the month, a positive indication of a strengthening economy and an improvement in consumer confidence.’
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