UK vehicle production hit 1,025,474 units in 2023, according to the latest figures published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).

Today, technology is advancing at a fast pace, and the automotive industry has greatly benefited from the same.

Britain’s manufacturers are viewing the UK as a more competitive place to locate their activities compared to 12 months ago, with an increasing number believing they are moving ahead of their European rivals.

Manufacturers are facing an unprecedented set of challenges that are increasingly affecting their ability to produce, deliver and sell goods and meet rising customer expectations.

Aurrigo International is flying high after securing two international airport trials in a matter of days.

Sheffield Forgemasters is positioned to expand into nuclear fabrication after passing a highly testing audit to regain its coveted ASME status as a key supplier of heavy forgings and castings to the civil nuclear power market.

Supercar brake specialist Surface Transforms has signed a £13.2m loan agreement with Liverpool City Region as part of a £44m investment programme to expand its manufacturing site.

Manufacturers are set to see a surge in the use of AI and machine learning as they push for greater automation and improvements in productivity, efficiency and quality according to a new survey published today by Make UK and Infor.

Ducati and Bentley have announced a new, limited-edition motorcycle that celebrates the best of both iconic brands: the Ducati Diavel for Bentley.

Technological advancements, climate change and geopolitical tensions have transformed the global manufacturing landscape in recent decades.

Britain’s manufacturers have seen output surge three times faster than orders in the last quarter, a new report has revealed.

The Gloucestershire-based firm has a blue-chip customer base, which includes Balfour Beatty, Costain, Kier, Skanska, Dyer & Butler and Volker Fitzpatrick.

Tata Steel and the UK government have jointly agreed on a proposal for the largest investment in the UK steel industry for decades. But will it come at a cost?

UK automotive leaders yesterday celebrated the battery electric car market’s emergence from the ‘early adopter’ phase and discuss the measures needed to shift the technology to mass market following a 21-fold growth in EV uptake since 2018.

NSK is the only manufacturer to offer a complete development and supply service for the essential parts that machine tools require, including high-precision, high-speed ball screws.

A Midlands manufacturing business is taking an innovative approach to labour shortages by introducing a new shift aimed at attracting part-time workers.

Tracer kits simplify the process of troubleshooting energised and de-energised wires in residential, commercial and industrial environments up to safety rating CAT IV 600 V.

Altus Group has recently opened a new facility in Cork, southwest Ireland, to accommodate rapid growth in the country and support its customers within the region.

Following support from Ricardo, Toyota, alongside the Advanced Propulsion Centre (APC), has successfully launched this innovative hydrogen prototype for the UK light commercial vehicles market.

The current crop of AI robots has made giant leaps when it comes to tiny activities.