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UK new car sales rise 17% in March; best ever month for EVs

Published by Uma Rajagopal

Posted on April 5, 2023

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· Last updated: February 1, 2026

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(Reuters) – New car registrations in the United Kingdom rose for the eighth consecutive month in March, recording a more than 17% rise from a year earlier, according to preliminary industry data released on Wednesday. The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) said it was the biggest month ever for battery electric car registrations. […]

(Reuters) – New car registrations in the United Kingdom rose for the eighth consecutive month in March, recording a more than 17% rise from a year earlier, according to preliminary industry data released on Wednesday.

The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) said it was the biggest month ever for battery electric car registrations.

The SMMT will provide the final figures for the month at 0900 GMT.

(Reporting by Sinchita Mitra in Bengaluru; Editing by Shweta Agarwal)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an electric vehicle?
An electric vehicle (EV) is a car that is powered by electricity instead of traditional fuels. EVs use electric motors and batteries to operate, resulting in lower emissions and often reduced operating costs.
What are new car registrations?
New car registrations refer to the process of officially recording a new vehicle with the relevant authorities. This data is often used to assess market trends and consumer preferences in the automotive sector.

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