The UK motor industry has delivered a stark message to the Chancellor as the 2010 Budget was declared for Wednesday 24 March.
Commenting on the data, SMMT chief executive Paul Everitt said, “The scrappage scheme ends this month and has provided a vital stimulus during a difficult period.
Statement by Miguel Fonseca, Managing Director Toyota GB PLC
Sunderland Plant produces 1in 3 of new cars in 2009
“The significant rise in December vehicle production is welcome news and signals some greater stability across global automotive markets,” said SMMT chief executive Paul Everitt.
These tables show the registration figures for England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, and Wales in detail.
Ford’s top selling vehicle range secured almost 17 per cent of the UK’s total 2009 market for the blue oval, making one in six new vehicles a Ford.
Volvo Car UK is celebrating after beating the downturn with rising sales of its new cars during 2009.
“The December new car market was boosted by the Scrappage Incentive Scheme and consumers looking to avoid January’s VAT increase,” said Paul Everitt, SMMT chief executive.
Regional new car registration figures for November 2009