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"UK car production saw a significant drop of 14.4% in July 2024, with a total of 65,478 vehicles leaving factory lines, according to figures released by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT)."

UK car production falls 14.4% due to model changeovers, supply issues UK car production saw a significant drop of 14.4% in July 2024, with a total of 65,478 vehicles leaving factory lines, according to figures released by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).

"It’s going to be a busy few years for the car industry, with plenty of new models set to hit the showrooms."

The best new cars coming out in 2024 There are a lot of new cars on the way in 2023, from sensible EVs to exotic sports cars. Keep an eye on this page if you want to keep up to date with what’s coming up this year.

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"Have you been mis-sold car finance? Well, you may have to wait a while for compensation as the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has delayed its investigation into shady broker arrangements until May next year – over half a year later than expected."

You may have to wait longer for car finance compensation, but it’s not all bad news | Auto Express The FCA says it is delaying its decision on mis-sold car finance payments until May 2025 but a redress scheme is now on the cards

"Recent data found that the average car insurance price is now £882, a staggering £106 - or 14 per cent - increase over the last 12 months alone."

Car insurance prices will 'continue to rise' with drivers urged to 'feel more in control of their finances' Labour have pledged to tackle extortionate car insurance prices following their election victory

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"The factors driving a 51 per cent drop in the price of battery cells - as reported by BloombergNEF (BNEF) analysts - include a drop in the price of raw materials such as lithium, and lower than predicted demand from the global transition to electric cars, which is happening more slowly than the battery industry hoped."

Cheaper electric cars on the way as battery prices collapse | Auto Express EVs already undercut ICE models in China and price parity between electric and ICE cars may arrive much faster than expected in Europe

"The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) said 67,625 new cars were registered by private consumers in June, down 15.3% from 79,798 during the same month last year."

Demand for new cars from private buyers falls for ninth month in a row The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders said 67,625 new cars were registered by private consumers in June.

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"Fiat owner Stellantis and Mercedes-Benz have paused plans to build gigafactories in the EU amid slowing electric vehicle sales and rising costs."

Stellantis and Mercedes-Benz pause gigafactory plans as electric car sales slide Carmakers to review battery plants in Europe as Chinese imports ‘screech to halt’

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"A list of the cheapest cars to insure across the UK has been revealed as drivers deal with the unaffordable rise in premiums."

The cheapest cars for drivers to insure from as little as £241 - Toyota, Peugeot, Renault and more 'Insurance costs can vary significantly based on your individual circumstances and preferences'

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"Consumer appetite for brand new cars persisted into the second quarter with a 16% year-on-year increase in visits so far this month, according to Auto Trader."

New car sales remain strong, boosted by incentives: Auto Trader Consumer appetite for brand new cars persisted into the second quarter

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"April saw average used car values at the three-year, 60,000-mile point, fall by 1.5%, equivalent to around £300, according to the latest analysis by Cap HPI."

Used car values decline with electric vehicles suffering largest fall April saw average used car values at the three-year, 60,000-mile point, fall by 1.5%, equivalent to around £300, according to the latest analysis by Cap HPI.

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"New data has shown how drivers may need to prepare for car insurance prices to hit another grim milestone of £1,000 as costs continue to rise."

Car insurance prices remain 'incredibly high' as drivers could see premiums hit £1,000 within months Drivers in London and young people face the most expensive car insurance premiums

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