Car Market Overview – July 2025

This market overview delivers a snapshot of the UK automotive market, spotlighting the latest movements in both new and used car segments. It includes up-to-date registration figures through May 2025 and examines emerging patterns influencing the used vehicle landscape. All data and insights reflect the market status as of June 24, 2025.

New car sales

The UK’s new car market saw a modest rebound in May, with registrations rising by 1.6% to 150,070 units, according to the latest figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). This marks the strongest May performance since 2021, yet volumes remain 18.3% below pre-pandemic levels in 2019. It is only the second month of growth recorded in 2025 so far, underscoring the continued fragility of consumer confidence amid ongoing economic uncertainty.

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