UK new car sales rise 5.4% in October, SMMT data shows
Thursday, 5 November 2026 | Global Edition UK new car registrations rose 5.4% in October to 152,730 units, with battery‑electric vehicles (BEVs) surging to a record 32% share. However, BEV year‑to‑date share of 26.6% still lags the 33% ZEV mandate, prompting calls for regulatory review.