The semiconductor shortage has hit the automotive industry particularly hard. Semiconductors are used in everything from audio, and engine management, to unlocking doors and smart cruise control.

The UK has seen a sharp decline in the factories making engines, with 132,555 units for November, down a huge 30.2%.

Production for both domestic and export markets falls by -22.4% and -35.2% respectively.

Year-to-date engine output down -9.5% to 1,539,786 units compared to a weak 2020 and -36.3% below the five-year average.

Buyers world-wide have already experienced long delays on the delivery of their new cars, with the price of 2nd hand cars skyrocketing in response.

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Mike Hawes, SMMT Chief Executive, said, “Engine output declining for the sixth consecutive month underscores the severity of the current situation. The global shortage of semiconductors continues to devastate production of both finished vehicles and engines, with knock-on effects into the supply chain threatening the viability of many companies. With ongoing uncertainty over the likely impact of the pandemic and possible disruption to trade with the EU with the implementation of full border controls from 1 January, confidence is extremely low, so Government must undertake all actions to maintain both the viability and international competitiveness of this valuable sector.”

The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) is one of the largest and most influential trade associations in the UK. It supports the interests of the UK automotive industry at home and abroad, promoting the industry to government, stakeholders and the media.

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