The recovery in UK car production, highlighted by a 12 per cent increase in March against the same month in 2013, is indicative of a growing demand from Europe, according to the Society for Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).

This, coupled with the government’s injection of £500m to boost the ultra-low emission vehicle industry, is a positive sign for the industry.  The investment, which includes £100m for R&D funding, will further bolster job opportunities in a sector that has experienced major fluctuation.