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Monthly sales of new cars in the UK reached their highest level this century in March, according to industry figures.<\/p>\n

Last month, dealers across the country sold 492,774 new vehicles – 6% up on the same period last year.<\/p>\n

The Society of Motor Manufacturers & Traders (SMMT) said that made March 2015 the best month for sales since the twice-yearly number plate changes were introduced in 1999.<\/p>\n

Car registrations in the UK have risen for 37 consecutive months while car production is expected to exceed pre-recession levels this year.<\/p>\n

The best-selling car in the UK this year so far is the Ford Fiesta \u2013 with 27,034 sold last month alone.<\/p>\n

The SMMT said the good figures were down to a combination of new technologies, low interest rates and attractive finance packages.<\/p>\n

Mike Hawes, its chief executive, said “The challenge for a new government and industry will be to maintain this momentum and to strengthen Britain\u2019s manufacturing capabilities through continued investment, innovation and policies which maintain our global competitiveness.<\/p>\n

“Whatever the general election result, the new government must keep up the commitment to the sector which is delivering at home and abroad.”<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, high-end car maker Mercedes Benz saw its highest monthly sales ever in March.<\/p>\n

The German company reported selling 183,467 cars worldwide last month, up 15.7% on the same month last year.<\/p>\n

Source: Sky news<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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