Car production rises as exports make up for falling UK demand

Just over 157,000 cars produced in October, 3.5% more than same time last year, as exports rise by 5% and domestic demand falls 2.9%

Car production increased last month as rising exports made up for falling demand in the UK, new figures reveal.

Just over 157,000 cars rolled off production lines in October, 3.5% more than the same month last year, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).

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