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January Sees Drop in LCV Registrations Despite Growth in Large Vans and EVs

NFDA 05/02/2026

“January marks a disappointing start to the year, with a 7.8% decrease in registrations. The decline in double-cab pick-up sales was expected, following strong demand in early 2025 due to changes to benefit-in-kind taxation” said Sue Robinson, Chief Executive of the National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA), which represents franchised car and commercial vehicle retailers in the UK commenting on the latest SMMT’s new van registration figures.

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A steady start to the year for new car registrations, industry must recognise mitigating factors says NFDA

NFDA 05/02/2026

“The new car market has started 2026 on a firm footing, with January registrations rising by 3.4%, providing a positive early indicator for the year ahead,” said Sue Robinson, Chief Executive of the National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA), which represents franchised car and commercial vehicle retailers in the UK, commenting on the latest Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) new car registration figures.

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December New Car Registrations Close 2025 on a Firmer Footing

NFDA 06/01/2026

“December’s new car registration figures show a modest uplift at the end of the year, with the market closing 2025 on a firmer footing,” said Sue Robinson, Chief Executive of the National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA), which represents franchised car and commercial vehicle retailers in the UK, commenting on the latest Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) new car registration figures.

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LCV Market Declines in November at -22.2%

NFDA 04/12/2025

“A disappointing month for light commercials registrations, due to a lack of future business confidence and concerns over possible additional business costs incurred in the recent budget,” said Sue Robinson, Chief Executive of the National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA), which represents franchised car and commercial vehicle retailers in the UK commenting on the latest SMMT’s new van registration figures.

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October New Car Registrations Edge Up 0.5% Ahead of Fluctuating Market, Says NFDA

NFDA 05/11/2025

“The new car market in October has somewhat maintained last month’s strong momentum, with a slight 0.5% rise in registrations,” said Sue Robinson, Chief Executive of the National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA), which represents franchised car and commercial vehicle retailers in the UK commenting on the latest SMMT new car registration figures.

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NFDA SUBMITS AUTUMN BUDGET PROPOSAL 2025

NFDA 08/10/2025

“The upcoming Autumn Budget in November marks the second major fiscal event under Sir Keir Starmer’s Labour government and is the best opportunity this year to provide clarity on the Government’s strategy for the automotive sector” commented Sue Robinson, Chief Executive of the National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA) following NFDA’s latest Budget submission.

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Persistent Downturn in LCV Market Offset by Steady BEV Interest in September

NFDA 06/10/2025

“Whilst September has seen a modest increase in new van registrations compared to August, the market remains in decline compared to previous years” said Sue Robinson, Chief Executive of the National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA), which represents franchised car and commercial vehicle retailers in the UK, commenting on the latest SMMT new van registration figures.

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