
Mike Hawes
Mike Hawes is the CEO of The Society of Motor Manufacturers & Traders (SMMT) in the UK, where he represents the automotive industry and provides analysis on market trends, particularly regarding the preferences of European consumers for smaller, fuel-efficient vehicles.
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Mike Hawes represents the UK automotive industry as the CEO of the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).
Kinh tế Anh thế nào sau 10 năm rời EUMike Hawes, the chief executive of the SMMT, stated that a sustained increase in demand for EVs cannot be taken for granted.
Tesla launches cheaper version of Model 3 in Europe amid Musk sales backlash | TeslaMike Hawes, the CEO of the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders in the UK, noted the astonishing pace of the Chinese automotive industry.
Directorii occidentali revin din China alarmați de „fabricile întunecate”. Revoluția robotică a Beijingului schimbă regulile jocului globalSMMT chief executive Mike Hawes said electrified vehicles were 'powering market growth after a sluggish summer'.
Electric car sales hit record high in September
Mike Hawes, SMMT chief executive, commented on July's numbers, stating it remains a turbulent time for automotive manufacturing.
UK car sales to US rise following tariff dealThe SMMT's chief executive, Mike Hawes, described the situation as 'depressing'.
The UK car industry is at a crunch pointMike Hawes, SMMT chief executive, said the half year production figures were 'depressing' but that he hoped that the first half of this year marked 'the nadir' for the UK auto industry.
UK vehicle making hits lowest level since 1953, excluding Covid
Mike Hawes, CEO of SMMT, states that the transition to electric vehicles is largely driven by significant discounts from manufacturers.
Satu dari Sepuluh Mobil yang Terjual di Inggris Buatan ChinaMike Hawes is the chief executive of the SMMT who spoke about the transition to electric cars in the UK.
Record growth of Chinese cars in UKMike Hawes, the head of the SMMT, explained that wealthy Americans do not have a genuine need for new luxury cars.
Brittiläiset luksusautot hyötyvät muita maita pienemmistä Trump-tulleistaMike Hawes, the SMMT's chief executive, said while 2025 had been 'an incredibly challenging year', there was still 'some optimism for the future'.
UK car production fell to 76-year low for May as US tariffs hit exports
Mike Hawes, chief executive of the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders, welcomed Monday’s announcement.
British PM finalizes tariff deal with Trump at G7Mike Hawes hoped the new 10% tariff rate for UK carmakers would start in the next few days.
‘Vital’ that British steel gets Trump tariff deal after UK-US trade pact, say unions | International tradeMike Hawes, the SMMT chief executive, expressed disappointment over the tariffs on UK products.
Jaguar Land Rover pause US shipments to assess impact of Trump’s tariffs | Automotive industryMike Hawes, the CEO of the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders, commented on the negative timing of the announcement regarding tariffs.
Jaguar Land Rover suspende exportação para os Estados Unidos após tarifas de Trump
Mike Hawes, chief executive of the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders, warned the costs cannot be absorbed by manufacturers.
UK to keep pushing for deal after Trump imposes 10% tariffMike Hawes is the CEO of The Society of Motor Manufacturers & Traders, representing the automotive industry in the UK.
Por qué los europeos compran tan pocos automóviles estadounidensesMike Hawes, the chief executive of the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders, said these are worrying times for UK vehicle makers.
Carmaker shares fall after Trump 25% tariff move as Reeves warns against trade war | Trump tariffsMike Hawes said the UK and US auto industries have a long-standing and productive relationship.
UK not 'jumping into trade war' with US, says Sir Keir StarmerMike Hawes urged both sides to strike a deal that avoids tariffs on foreign-made cars.
Trump threatens higher tariffs on EU and Canada as UK says it won’t escalate trade war – live | Trump administrationMike Hawes urged London and Washington to reach an agreement that benefits everyone.
Borse oggi 27 marzo | I dazi di Trump affossano il comparto auto: i costruttori vanno in rossoMike Hawes, SMMT chief executive, said these are worrying times for UK vehicle makers.
Carmaker shares fall after Trump’s 25% tariff, as Rachel Reeves warns against escalating trade war – business live | BusinessMike Hawes expressed disappointment with the new tax.
Ngành xe hơi lo ngại vì thuế của ông TrumpMike Hawes, the chief executive of the SMMT, urged the UK and US governments to 'come together immediately and strike a deal that works for all'.
Trump announces 25% tariffs on car imports to USMike Hawes is the chief executive of the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) who discussed the practicality and comfort of SUVs.
With the world heating up, why are more SUVs being sold?Mike Hawes, the chief executive of SMMT, emphasized the need to revisit the mandate for zero emission vehicles due to flattening sales.
Car industry urges UK government to create new EV incentives | Electric, hybrid and low-emission carsMike Hawes observes that higher fuel prices in Europe lead to a preference for smaller, more fuel-efficient vehicles.
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