The government wanted to move initial test back to four years, with less frequent checks thereafter
The proposal came amid the growing popularity of hybrid and electric cars and new vehicle technology
Stellantis opened its revamped Ellesmere Port factory last year, where it now exclusively makes EVs
However, SMMT predicts fewer cars will roll off production lines in 2024 amid "unrelenting" challenges
The Bentley Bentayga was the brands top selling model in 2023
British luxury brand's annual sales dropped for the first time since 2020, but 7500 higher-value orders rolled in
Car makers rely on the world's busiest shipping lane for Asian-made components, especially for EVs
French marque recorded a near-doubling in LCV sales here in 2023; Clio propped up car numbers
The new hybrid Corsa costs £3265 more than its petrol sibling
First hybrid option for popular supermini boasts 20% reduction in fuel consumption over standard car
Land Rover Defender, Range Rover and Range Rover Sport models make up around 76% of JLR's order backlog
British manufacturer increases production as supply shortages and parts constraints begin to ease
More than 1.9 million new cars were registered last year, up 289,000 on 2022
Growth was pushed by incentive-driven fleet buyers; electric car registrations also reached record levels
Figures set up a strong start to 2024, says the SMMT, as supply chain issues begin to ease
Car makers will need to show that 45% of an EV's value originated in the UK or EU to remain tariff-free
Legislation will limit where parts for an electric car can be sourced, with tariffs imposed on offenders
German brand wants to push cheaper combustion and hybrid models as interest in its EVs wanes
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