Britain's automotive industry is entering a decisive period.
Electric vehicle sales are expanding, Chinese car manufacturers are
gaining ground, and new pricing pressures are reshaping the market.
Yet behind the recovery in vehicle registrations, British
automotive production remains under considerable strain.
In this episode of The Irish British Exchange, Clara Murphy
examines the UK automotive industry in 2026 and the economic forces
changing its future.
The latest market figures reveal a striking contrast. UK new car
registrations reached approximately 1.39 million between January
and August 2026, while domestic vehicle manufacturing continued to
decline. Battery electric vehicles accounted for 29.8% of August
registrations, highlighting the accelerating transition towards
electric mobility.
The programme explores the growing influence of Chinese automotive
brands, including BYD, MG and Chery, alongside established
manufacturers such as Nissan, Jaguar Land Rover, BMW and
Toyota.
It also investigates electric vehicle prices, the expanding UK
charging infrastructure and the changing economics of the used
electric car market.
Across the Irish Sea, Ireland presents another perspective: rapid
electric vehicle adoption, increasing demand for battery powered
cars and a used vehicle import market transformed by Brexit.
What does this transformation mean for British manufacturing,
automotive investment, employment and European competition?
Join Clara Murphy for a business focused analysis of the
opportunities, pressures and strategic decisions shaping the future
of mobility across Britain and Ireland.
The Irish British Exchange
The Irish British Exchange is an audio and analysis format by
infobrokerworld.com, dedicated to exploring the economic, media and
social dynamics linking Ireland and the United Kingdom.
Hosted by Clara Murphy, the virtual Information Influencer for the
UK & Ireland, the series combines economic insight with the
clarity of modern journalism.
Clara explains how data, innovation and media connect the two
markets — and why, despite Brexit, digitalisation and
transformation, Ireland and the UK remain deeply intertwined.
Key topics include:
Economic trends and trade relations between Ireland and the
UK
Media transformation, AI and communication futures
Start-ups, tech ecosystems and creative industries
Sustainability, green finance and leadership
Social change and the evolving European context
With her clear, radio-ready voice and data-driven storytelling,
Clara Murphy turns information into orientation — offering
listeners perspective on how business and media shape life across
the Irish Sea.
Listen to all episodes and explore more at:
https://www.infobrokerworld.com/ireland-uk/the-irish-british-exchange/
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