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British car and commercial vehicle manufacturing both continued their positive starts to 2024 with output growth up again in February. Car production output was up 14.6% to 79,907 units and the sixth consecutive month of growth. Commercial vehicle production output also rose with the best February figures since 2008. Full news story: https://lnkd.in/es-G5WzC #UKmfg #Manufacturing #Engineering #Automotive #Production #Productivity #UKmanufacturing (📸 Nissan GB)

British car and commercial vehicle manufacturing both continued their positive starts to 2024 with output growth up again in February. Car production output was up 14.6% to 79,907 units and the sixth consecutive month of growth. Commercial vehicle production output also rose with the best February figures since 2008. Full news story: https://lnkd.in/e-yzgCFY #UKmfg #Manufacturing #Engineering #Automotive #Production #Productivity #UKmanufacturing (📸 Nissan GB)

UK Car Manufacturing Hits a High Gear! February saw the UK car manufacturing industry accelerate with a 14.6% increase, reaching 79,907 units - marking the best February since 2021. Almost every major carmaker contributed to this growth, signaling a robust rebound for the industry. Let's delve into the details and discuss what this means for the future of UK car manufacturing. #CarManufacturing #UKAutomotive #SMMT #GrowthTrend

The car in the image is not a Ford Model T, but a much earlier car – possibly a Benz Velociped manufactured by Karl Benz in 1894. It is considered one of the first production automobiles ever made. Here are some details about the car in the image: It is a two-seater with large wheels and pneumatic tires. The engine is in the back, under the seat. It is a one-cylinder, four-stroke engine rated at about 0.5 horsepower. The driver steers the car using a tiller, rather than a steering wheel. There are no brakes, but the car can be slowed down by reversing the engine. The car in the image is parked in front of a wooden garage door. The garage itself is difficult to see from this perspective. #engineering #automotive #Mercedes

British car and commercial vehicle manufacturing both saw positive starts to the year with output growth up again in January: https://lnkd.in/dKBJQE4M #UKmfg #Manufacturing #Production #Engineering #Automotive #ElectricVehicles #UKmanufacturing

Stellantis has announced a recall of over 300,000 vehicles in the U.S. due to concerns over the brake system. The recall affects various models from the Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Ram brands, with issues related to the electronic stability control and anti-lock braking systems. It is important for affected vehicle owners to schedule repairs as soon as possible to ensure their safety on the road. #Stellantis #vehiclerecall #brakesystemconcerns #Chrysler #Dodge #Jeep #Ram #safetyfirst #automotiveindustry #safedriving #repairsneeded #recallalert #vehiclemaintenance #roadsafety #indexes #alerts #productsafety #recallwarning #safedrivingtips https://lnkd.in/dtk6j3JR

Toyota's global production dropped 0.8% in Oct 2024, marking 9 months of declines, but sales rose 1.4% YoY In the United States, production fell by 13%, mainly due to a four-month suspension in the production of the Grand Highlander and Lexus TX SUVs, affected by an airbag issue.  Follow Mexico Business News for more insights on the automotive industry #Toyota #MexicoAutomotive #SalesGrowth #GlobalProduction #MexicoBusinessNews

Important Update from Sterling Parts for Toyota Owners in Australia! The 2023-24 Toyota Corolla and Corolla Cross models are being recalled due to potential safety concerns. Ensuring the safety and reliability of our vehicles is crucial, and Toyota is taking proactive steps to address this issue. If you own one of these models, make sure to check your registration details and stay informed about the next steps. As the automotive industry continues to prioritize safety, it's vital for consumers to stay vigilant and informed. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/g3Fmtaxk

▶ Ford on top as UK new LCV market reaches 17th consecutive month of growth - The UK’s new LCV market recorded its 17th consecutive month of growth in May, with 25,853 models delivered. - Overall registrations rose 1.9% year on year, while battery-electric vehicle (BEV) volumes increased by 3.5% compared to 12 months ago. - This was the best May result for LCVs since 2021. The market achieved growth across all sectors in the month, except for vans between 2.5 and 3.5 tonnes gross-vehicle weight (GVW). In this market, deliveries dropped by 0.8% year on year to 17,042 registrations. - Continuing on from April, rigid commercial vehicles between 3.5 and 6 tonnes GVW enjoyed the biggest improvement of all sectors. - LCVs in the weight category surged 80.6% compared to May 2023, reaching 697 deliveries. - Vans below 2 tonnes GVW also saw strong growth, jumping 55.7% year on year, with 730 units. - Elsewhere, deliveries for LCVs between 2 and 2.5 tonnes GVW climbed 8.1% to 4,477 units. - Improvement in the pickup sector in May reached 4.1% compared to 12 months ago, with 3,081 registrations. - Despite a marginal delivery decline, vans between 2.5 and 3.5 tonnes GVW dominated the LCV market, with a 65.9% share of registrations in May. Read the full analysis https://lnkd.in/dbxnmRFz #vans #UK #automotive #Ford #Logistics #transport #carsales

Toyota Motor Corporation will replace 100,000+ engines, despite failures in less than 1% of the motors. That folks, is how a proactive, responsible OEM handles a massive problem. Big, expensive initiative but turns a negative into a positive brand enhancer. #automotive #automotiveindustry #innovation #brand #technology #leadership #ev #electricvehicle #retail #oem #hybrid https://lnkd.in/ggrKTFC6