UK new car sales down 5.8% in August, EVs up 77%, PHEVs up 221%

UK new car registrations declined by -5.8% in August, according to figures published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). Just over 87,000 vehicles were registered during what is traditionally the quietest month of the year for new car sales. While registrations to private buyers held relatively steady, down by 699 units […]