Driving competitiveness for the UK automotive industry
The Automotive Council brings industry and government together to secure the UK’s competitive future in automotive – building growth in manufacturing and advancing the technologies that will shape zero emission, connected and automated mobility. By aligning strategy, investment and innovation, the Council helps ensure the UK automotive sector maintains and strengthens its global competitive advantage.
Strengthening co-operation between UK government and the automotive sector
The Automotive Council was established in 2009 to enhance dialogue and strengthen co-operation between UK government and the automotive sector. The Council is made up of senior figures from across industry and government and meets three times per year.
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APC R&D programme delivers major economic boost to automotive sector
The government-funded Advanced Propulsion Centre (APC) R&D programme has made a substantial contribution to the UK’s high-value manufacturing sector and transition to zero-emission vehicles, according to a new impact report.
SMMT Motor Industry Facts 2026
