Press Releases

NMDA 08/01/2025

In December, there was a 114.0% increase in total registrations, from 5,236 to 11,206 units. Total motorcycle sales grew significantly by 122.6% from 4,854 to 10,807 units, whilst moped registrations also increased modestly by 6.0% to 373 units. December’s figures bring total registrations in 2024 to 116,399 units, reflecting a 2.5% increase and narrowly surpassing 2023 total registrations. All motorcycle categories experienced growth during the month, ‘Modern Classic’ saw a substantial increase of 302.7% for the month to 1,486 units. ‘Adventure’ rose by 103.5% to 2,277 units. ‘Scooter’ grew by 105.8% from 1,333 to 2,743 units.

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NFDA 06/01/2025

In December, Light Commercial Vehicle (LCV) dealers registered a total of 27,221 new vans and light commercials, a decrease of -8.3%. In 2024, a total of 351,834 new LCVs were registered on the road this year, an increase of 3.0% from 341,455 units in 2023. The heavier LCV sectors experienced a decline, with 2.0-2.5t vans falling to 4,704 units from 4,905, reflecting a 4.1% contraction. Similarly, the heavier and most popular 2.5-3.5t vans saw a decrease to 17,653 units from 18,054 in December 2023, marking a 2.2% drop.

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NFDA 06/01/2025

In December, a total of 140,786 new cars were registered, a decrease of -0.2% from the same period last year. Sales to private buyers were down by -1.7%; fleet registrations were up by 0.2%. In 2024, the new car market fell just short of 2 million units registered, increasing by 2.6% to 1,952,778 units from 1,903,054 units in 2023. Battery electric vehicles (BEVs) continue to experience a sizeable increase, up 56.8% to 43,656 units. Plug-in hybrid (PHEVs) registrations also rose by 4.6% to 12,716 units, as did hybrids (HEVs) by 10.4% to 17,899 units. In total, 381,970 new BEVs were registered in 2024, compared to 314,687 units in 2023, representing a 21.4% increase, to give an overall market share of 19.6% for the year.

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NFDA 03/01/2025

NFDA’s commercial vehicle (NFDA-CV) dealer members back van manufacturers who have called for a short-term moratorium of the Zero-Emissions Vehicle (ZEV) mandate and also welcome the Government’s announcement, on 24 December 2024, of a consultation seeking industry input on supporting the transition to zero emissions. On the same day, the Government also launched a consultation seeking views on proposals to reduce regulatory burdens for businesses operating zero emission vans.

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IGA 27/12/2024

The Independent Garage Association (IGA) is pleased to announce its participation in Automechanika Birmingham 2025, set to take place at the NEC from 3rd to 5th June. Automechanika Birmingham is a cornerstone event for the UK’s automotive aftermarket, bringing together industry leaders, innovators, and professionals to explore the latest trends and advancements in the sector.

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NFDA 24/12/2024

Today, 24 December, the Government has launched a consultation* to ask views from industry on restoring the 2030 phase out date for new petrol and diesel cars and on ensuring a successful transition to zero emissions vehicles. The consultation is split into two parts: Part 1 is about phasing out sales of new petrol and diesel cars from 2030 and supporting zero emission transition. The second part of the consultation is about the Zero-Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Mandate. 

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