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NAA Event Review: Electra Commercial Vehicles
Our most recent networking event in January saw us visit Brighouse-based NAA member Electra Commercial Vehicles, where we were hosted by Ben Smith – Managing Director, Andrew Holliday – Head of Commercial / Sales Operations and Nick Pemberton – Sales Director. Founded in 2017, Electra creates fully electric and hydrogen powered commercial vehicles for a […]
NAA Events February 2025
Networking Event Hosted by Nexperia, Stockport 20 February / 12:00 – 15:30 Includes networking lunch and site tour – full details here. NAA Members’ Virtual Roundtable 27 February / 11:00 – 12:00 A great way to network with fellow members from your home, office, car or on the move. Networking Event Hosted by STFC Hartree Centre, […]
Other Events February 2025
SMMT USA Webinar: The New Trump Administration 13 February / 15:00 – 16:00 We intend to discuss policy implications for the automotive sector and US-UK trade following the inauguration of President Trump. 1. Importance of US market for the UK automotive sector 2. The US automotive market – data, projections, and key trends 3. The […]
NAA Training Courses February 2025
If you require any of the following training courses, please contact Zoe : APQP; PPAP; MSA; SPC; FMEA; IATF16949:2016 Internal Auditor.
Breaking Down Your Electricity Invoice: What Manufacturers Are Really Paying For
Read the full article with charts here. With increasing material costs, supply chain disruptions, and volatile market demands, manufacturers are under increasing pressure. On top of these pressures, managing rising energy costs has become critical for protecting business profitability. For manufacturers, electricity isn’t just a cost, it’s often one of the largest overheads impacting operational […]
NAA Update: Stellantis Luton plant closure, Ellesmere Port plant investment; Ford’s Halewood plant starts EV drive unit production
As the festive season approaches, there are some ups and downs: the UK automotive industry is waiting for the government to review the flexibilities of the zero emission vehicle mandate; in the meantime, Stellantis has announced plans to close its Luton plant, but to invest in EV production at Ellesmere Port, and Ford starts EV […]
NAA Member News: Bentley announces Beyond100+ strategic plan to 2035 and creates first ever electric Luxury Urban SUV
Last month, Bentley Motors announced an extension of its forward-thinking Beyond100 business strategy, now called Beyond100+, from 2030 to 2035. Bentley has also confirmed that its first fully electric car to be revealed in 2026 promises to create an entirely new segment, the world’s first true Luxury Urban SUV. This model, designed, developed and to […]
NAA Member News: Brabners – Driving Global Talent: How Automotive Businesses Can Navigate International Hiring
With skilled workers in increasingly short supply, Ikram Malik, Partner at Brabners, highlights how business immigration can help the North West’s automotive sector to develop a healthy talent pipeline, and the key legal considerations for businesses looking to do so. The skills gap facing the UK’s manufacturing industry continues to represent one of the most […]
NAA Member News: Klarius Products – Supporting grassroots motorsport: Now and forever
For decades, Klarius has supported countless motorsport disciplines across the UK by designing and manufacturing high-quality emissions control components that help racing teams achieve success. Now, its commitment is extending beyond the realm of professional motorsport as the business provides material and technical support to university racing teams, fostering the next generation of engineers and […]
Other News: Ford Halewood begins production of eDrive electric power units
Ford’s Halewood plant has started production of its new eDrive electric power units which will feature in the electric versions of the UK’s best-selling vehicles, the Transit Custom and the Puma. This achievement follows a £380 million investment – including £30.9 million of governmental support via the Automotive Transformation Fund – to transform Halewood from […]
