Breakdown help: 0844 891 3111
Car insurance help: 0844 891 3558
Motoring News
Motor industry urges more support
Recommended 433 times
21 April 2010 at 08:45
The motor industry has appealed to the post-General Election government to continue supporting the country's car business.
The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) also urged the government to raise employment opportunities and boost skills through increased investment in science, engineering and technology.
Chief executive Paul Everitt stressed that the motor industry in the UK has managed to maintain itself with Government support through the recession and "is now looking to exploit a strengthening economic recovery".
He said: "The UK has a great opportunity to strengthen its automotive supply base and capitalise on the transition to ultra-low carbon vehicle technologies.
"The next government must commit to continuing the work of the Automotive Council and actively support measures to improve skills, encourage more investment in R&D and rebuild business and consumer confidence."
New figures revealed by the organisation show that the UK is currently the fourth biggest automotive producer in Europe, having manufactured more than two million engines and a million cars last year.
The industry's employment support to the country's economy stood at over 800,000 jobs, according to the figures.
Copyright © Press Association 2010
Links
RAC Car insurance - http://www.rac.co.uk/insurance/car/
Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders - http://www.smmt.co.uk/home.cfm
Previous post: Sims 3 to add Renault electric cars
Next post: New speed camera tested on roads
Discussion
Log in to post comments