In September 2025, the Society of Motor Manufacturers & Traders (SMMT) reported a 13.7% increase in new car registrations compared to the same month last year.
Why this matters for motor finance:
- More new car registrations typically means higher demand for finance at the point of sale.
- According to the regulator’s data, motor-finance arrangements support over 80% of private new vehicle sales.
- A stronger vehicle market helps lenders, brokers and dealers — which in turn can mean greater stability and maybe better product offers for consumers