Key global automotive component suppliers already recognise the UK as a most vital base in the Europe and 19 out of the top 20 global automotive suppliers have operations in the UK.
These suppliers — accredited to international ISO standards — are taking advantage of a long history and proven track record in manufacturing excellence.
Today the UK is home to more than 40 vehicle manufacturers and is a centre for design engineering with massive inward R&D investment.
Britain is also a world-leading exporter of high-tech goods – ahead of the US, France and Germany, with UK automotive exporting to over 100 markets worldwide.
The UK is the fourth largest vehicle manufacturer in Europe and the site of its most productive vehicle plant.
By manufacturing output, the UK is the sixth largest in the world. Manufacturing accounts for 13% of the UK’s GDP and productivity has increased by 50% since 1997.
Key global automotive component suppliers already recognise the UK as a most vital base in the Europe and 19 out of the top 20 global automotive suppliers have operations in the UK.
These suppliers — accredited to international ISO standards — are taking advantage of a long history and proven track record in manufacturing excellence.
Today the UK is home to more than 40 vehicle manufacturers and is a centre for design engineering with massive inward R&D investment.
Britain is also a world-leading exporter of high-tech goods – ahead of the US, France and Germany, with UK automotive exporting to over 100 markets worldwide.
The UK is the fourth largest vehicle manufacturer in Europe and the site of its most productive vehicle plant.
By manufacturing output, the UK is the sixth largest in the world. Manufacturing accounts for 13% of the UK’s GDP and productivity has increased by 50% since 1997.