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flag UK car production plunged 18.2% in August 2025 due to a cyberattack and maintenance, hitting its lowest level since 1956.

flag UK vehicle production dropped 18.2% in August 2025 to 38,693 units, the weakest level since 1956, due to summer maintenance and a cyberattack that halted Jaguar Land Rover’s UK factories for four weeks, disrupting supply chains and raising job concerns. flag Export output fell 14.2%, pressured by U.S. tariffs and competition from Chinese automakers. flag Despite the decline, electrified vehicle production rose 40.9%, making up nearly half of all vehicles made. flag The SMMT is working with industry and government to assess support measures as September’s figures remain uncertain.

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