Britain’s automotive production rises in August, but pressure persists-Xinhua
LONDON, Oct. 2 (Xinhua) -- Britain's automotive production registered the second rise in the year to date in August, but the prospect is volatile amid pressure derived from the protectionist policies of the European Union (EU). The country's vehicle production rose 5.7 percent year on year to 40,872 units in August, according to data released Wednesday by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). However, it said August is a low output month and subject to volatility given summer shutdown schedules. Car production recorded its strongest increase since December 2025, rising 6.1 percent to 39,328 units. The output for the domestic market surged 26 percent, while that for export edged up 1.4 percent. Exports to Australia posted the strongest growth in its top 10 markets, ...