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 “...