Britain’s Car Industry Hits a 70-Year Low: How UK Manufacturing Fell Back to 1953 Levels (And What Happens Next) UK car manufacturing has slumped to its lowest level since 1953 excluding the Covid years sending shockwaves through the automotive sector, policymakers, and workers alike. What went wrong in one of Britain’s most iconic industries, and is there a road back to recovery?

Britain’s Cars Are Older Than Ever - Why That Might Not Be Such a Bad Thing Britain’s roads are full of stories, and right now, one story stands out: the average age of cars on UK roads has never been higher. According to recent statistics, the typical car in Britain is now over 8 years old , a figure that has steadily risen over the last decade. But what does this really mean for drivers, the environment, and the automotive industry? Is this a sign of decline, or could there be hidden benefits in driving older vehicles? Let’s take a deep dive.

UK–South Korea Trade Deal to Boost Car Exports: What It Means On 15–16 December 2025 , the United Kingdom and the Republic of Korea signed an enhanced free trade agreement (FTA) designed to strengthen economic ties, expand trade, and secure tariff‑free access for a wide range of goods notably including automobiles and automotive components . The deal modernises the post‑Brexit continuity agreement and comes at a critical time for global trade, offering opportunities and challenges for businesses, workers, and consumers alike. Follow Car Guru DIY Blog A Closer Look at the Deal At its core, the upgraded agreement: 1. Keeps Tariff‑Free Access for Most Goods The UK and South Korea will continue tariff‑free access on the vast majority of traded goods  around 98% of tariff lines protecting about £2 billion of UK exports from tariffs that were at risk of returning once the old deal expired. 2. Eases “...

BYD Atto 2 DM-i: The UK’s Smallest PHEV Arriving in 2026 To Electrify Urban Driving Drivers craving cleaner city journeys will welcome a new contender rolling onto UK roads in 2026: the BYD Atto 2 DM-i. This compact plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) promises to become the smallest PHEV available in the UK, a nifty urban hero built to slash emissions while keeping costs low. The automotive world has been buzzing with BYD’s rapid expansion, and the Atto 2 DM-i looks ready to shake things up even further. A Compact Powerhouse Ready for Busy Streets