Data shows 151,141 units were produced in August compared to 135,063 in the same month last year.
Overseas demand drove the growth. In total, 78,091 units were produced for export compared to 65,151 in August 2016 – up 19.9%. Meanwhile, demand for the home market grew 4.5% from 69,912 units in August 2016 to 73,050 in August this year.
Says SMMT chief Mike Hawes: “It’s great to see recent significant spending on production facilities and new technology continue to deliver returns. However, for UK engine plants to keep attracting this investment, it’s crucial that we maintain barrier free trade with our key markets to ensure that demand for new cars and the engines that power them stay strong.”
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UK engine manufacturing posts double digit growth in August
Engine manufacturing in the UK rose 11.9% in August, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).
