UK vehicle output falls 7.5% in first half, SMMT says
SMMT says UK factories built 385,979 cars and commercial vehicles in the first half of 2026, while second-quarter output was broadly flat year on year.
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Aviation careers fund opens to organisations across the UK
The Department for Transport is inviting organisations across the UK to apply for a share of £750,000 for projects intended to help young people explore aviation and aerospace careers.
SMMT says Welsh automotive sector supports 7,000 jobs
The trade body says the sector contributes £477 million to the UK economy and highlighted Welsh plants and suppliers at a Newport forum.
New HGV registrations in Wales fell 9.9% in Q2, SMMT says
SMMT recorded 210 new trucks in Wales during the quarter as the UK market declined, while zero-emission uptake remained below 1%.
RHA says Commercial Payments Bill progress could ease cash-flow pressure on hauliers
The Road Haulage Association says the bill has cleared a Lords committee stage, but its final measures and effect on operators in Wales remain to be decided.
Pontypridd motor-finance claims funder Woodville enters administration
Woodville Consultants, a Pontypridd litigation funder that financed law firms pursuing motor-finance claims, appointed joint administrators on 16 July.
UK puts £46.5m into drone ID and flying-taxi regulation
The government said £20.5m would support remote identification, while the wider package would prepare for more routine drone and air-taxi operations.
Electric truck, van and depot-charging support: what the £1bn package offers
UK Government says new and continued grants could cut the cost of zero-emission trucks, vans and depot charging for operators and public bodies.
Welsh maritime and logistics plan sets options for the next government
Welsh Government’s new plan sets out potential directions on resilience, decarbonisation, skills and technology rather than committing a future government to specific action.
The Welsh motor trade has stories to tell
Dealers, technicians, manufacturers and local specialists will all have a place in our coverage.