Deloitte comments on SMMT car reg figures for August 2025

Jamie Hamilton, automotive partner and head of electric vehicles at Deloitte, said:

"August saw a year-on-year decline in new car registrations, with the plate change in September causing consumers to hold back their purchases to secure a '75 plate. September's figures, in what is typically the second biggest sales month of the year, will therefore give a better indication of the health of the market and a barometer of consumers' confidence in purchasing new vehicles.

"The recent government announcement on which cars will be eligible for EV grants provided much-needed clarity for consumers and manufacturers alike. Whilst this is a positive step in the right direction, it will hopefully encourage further grants in the future so that more consumers consider the switch to electric. As well as price incentives, the need for equitable EV charging remains paramount for those without access to off-street parking."

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