Motability scheme to drop BMW and Mercedes as it aims to buy UK-made cars

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UK Motor Scheme Ditches Luxury Cars, Puts British-Built Vans First

The UK's popular car leasing scheme for disabled drivers is making a significant shift towards supporting local manufacturers, as it announces plans to ditch luxury brands like BMW and Mercedes-Benz in favour of more affordable, domestically produced vehicles.

By 2035, the Motability Scheme aims to source at least half its vehicles from British factories, with the goal of providing thousands of new job opportunities. The move is set to have a major impact on the UK car industry, which has faced years of decline and factory closures. In fact, if the scheme stays on course, it's expected that over 100,000 extra sales will be generated within the UK each year.

The decision comes as the government seeks to support well-paid, skilled jobs, particularly in the manufacturing sector. However, some critics have warned that this could lead to significant costs for disabled individuals, who currently contribute more towards their leased vehicles through higher insurance premiums and value-added tax (VAT).

Motability Operations has denied any plans to raise VAT rates on its customers, but rather aims to offer more "value and purpose" in its lease agreements. BMW and Mercedes-Benz vehicles currently make up just 5% of the scheme's total fleet, with a further 40,000 units accounted for by other premium brands.

In contrast, Nissan is set to benefit from the new policy, with the number of UK-built vehicles leased through the Motability Scheme expected to double. Mini, owned by BMW, may also see its factory in Oxford used to build electric versions, providing an incentive for increased production in the region.

Industry experts are hailing the move as a significant boost to the UK car industry, which has struggled with declining sales and factory closures in recent years. With Nissan already benefiting from the new policy, and other manufacturers like Mini set to receive support, it's clear that the Motability Scheme is putting British-built vehicles at the forefront of its operations.
 
🚗💼 I gotta say, this move by the UK's car leasing scheme is kinda long overdue. Like, have you seen how expensive those luxury cars are? It's no wonder they were a dead weight in the first place 🤑. Putting British-built vans first makes total sense, though - it's all about supporting local industries and creating jobs, right? 💪 The fact that Nissan is gonna see its sales double is huge news for them (and us, tbh). And Mini might just get a sweet deal if they can crank out those electric versions. All in all, this move seems like a solid win-win for the UK car industry. 🎉
 
idk about this... seems like a big move but what's the catch? they're ditching luxury brands for vans? i mean, i get the whole supporting local manufacturers thing but are we really sure it's gonna work out in the long run? and what about those disabled folks who rely on leased cars? maybe we should be focusing on making these vans more accessible or affordable instead of just swapping out one type of car for another... 🤔🚗
 
I'm not sure about ditching luxury cars, I mean what's wrong with a BMW or Mercedes-Benz? They're reliable and all that 😐 But at the same time, I get why they wanna support local manufacturers... it's all about creating jobs and stuff. I've got friends who work in the factories and they're always complaining about how hard it is to make ends meet. So, if this means more jobs are created, then I'm all for it 🤝 It's not like they're gonna start making rubbish cars or anything... Nissan's doing alright, so that's a plus 👍
 
🚗💡 this is so cool that the Motability scheme is prioritizing local manufacturers, especially considering the UK car industry has been struggling for years. if they can make a difference in supporting skilled jobs and providing affordable vehicles, I think it's a great move! 💪 the fact that Nissan and Mini are already benefiting from it just shows how much of an impact this shift can have 🤩
 
I gotta say, this is some big news for UK car enthusiasts! 🚗 Ditching luxury brands for local British vans is a step in the right direction, if you ask me. I mean, think about it - 100k extra sales generated each year? That's some serious economic growth, and thousands of new jobs created too. It's all about supporting our own industries, right?

Now, I know there are some concerns about costs for disabled individuals, but from what I've read, the scheme is trying to offer more value for money without raising VAT rates on its customers. That's a good move, if you ask me.

It's also interesting to see Nissan benefiting from this new policy - they're already seeing an increase in UK-built vehicles leased through the Motability Scheme! And Mini, with their factory in Oxford, might just see some extra production to boot. It's all about supporting our local car makers and creating a more sustainable industry.

Overall, I think this is a win-win for everyone involved. Let's hope it sets a positive trend for the UK car industry! 😊
 
I'm not sure if this move is gonna be a game changer for disabled folks tho... I mean, sure, more UK built vans are a good thing and all but what about those who can't afford the slightly cheaper Nissans or Mins? 🤑🚗 I get that luxury brands like BMWs and Mercs are pricey, but do we really wanna push out other options for people on lower incomes? And what's the deal with insurance premiums and VAT anyway? It sounds like it could get pretty expensive for those who rely on these lease schemes. 💸
 
The UK government is trying to give a leg up to local car factories by ditching luxury brands 🚗💼 But what about those who can't afford the higher-end vehicles? It's great that Nissan and Mini are benefiting from this move, but disabled drivers will have to pay more for their insurance 🤔. I hope they're not planning to hike the VAT rates 🤑, 'cause that'd be a real bummer 😐
 
I think this is a big win for the UK car industry 😊. It makes sense that they're shifting towards supporting local manufacturers, especially with all those factory closures and job losses in recent years. Nissan's going to love it! 🚗💪 And I'm not surprised Mini's getting some extra love too, their factory in Oxford is always been a bit of a powerhouse. But what about the disabled drivers who rely on these lease schemes? Will they see any benefits from this shift or will prices go up? 🤔
 
I'm not sure what the gov's trying to achieve here 🤔... ditching luxury brands for vans? It sounds like a cash-grab to me. All those extra jobs are gonna be filled by low-wage workers, right? 🤑 And what about those disabled folks who already shell out more for their insurance and VAT? I'm sure they won't mind paying even more just because the gov wants to boost the economy 💸. Meanwhile, Nissan's just gonna rake it in with all the UK-built vans 🚚... sounds like a sweet deal for them, but what about everyone else?
 
I think this is a big win for the UK car industry 🚗💪! By prioritizing local manufacturers and ditching luxury brands, they're not only supporting skilled jobs but also injecting more money into the economy 💸. It's great to see them focusing on value over price – I'm sure it'll make a huge difference in people's lives 🤝. The fact that Nissan is already seeing an increase in demand is a huge boost, and who knows, maybe we'll even get some new electric Mini models soon? 😄
 
🚗💪 I think this is a great move by the UK government! 🙌 It's about time we started supporting our own manufacturers and creating more jobs for skilled workers. The fact that Nissan and Mini are already seeing an increase in sales because of this policy is a win-win situation. Plus, it's not like they're just going to start making luxury cars, I don't think any one company should have all the power 🤑. It's about time we started giving our people a chance to succeed on their own terms. And let's be real, who doesn't love an electric Mini? 🚗💨
 
this is a big deal 🤑 for the uk car industry. finally, they're trying to support local factories and create more job opportunities 💼. it's about time too, with all the factory closures and decline in sales. i hope this shift works out well for disabled drivers who need affordable vehicles. maybe it'll also help boost Nissan's production 🚗💨
 
I gotta say, this is a total win for the UK car industry 🚗💪! Ditching luxury brands and focusing on local manufacturers is gonna create so many new jobs and boost sales - it's like music to my ears 🎵! I mean, sure, there might be some initial costs for disabled individuals, but from what I've seen, Motability Operations is trying to offer more value and purpose in their lease agreements, not just slap on higher VAT rates 😊. Nissan and Mini are already raking it in with the new policy, so it's clear that this shift is gonna have a major impact 🚀! The UK car industry needs all the love they can get after years of decline - let's keep supporting our local manufacturers and see what happens 💕
 
this is so cool 🤩🚗 i mean, finally someone is looking out for those with disabilities and wanting to give them a break from all these expensive luxury cars 💸. and yeah, it makes total sense that they're gonna put britain built vans first - we should be supporting our own people, right? 💪 also, 100k extra sales is like, whoa 🚀 that's massive! maybe this will actually help rev up the car industry instead of just relying on old brands... fingers crossed! 🤞
 
I think this is a good move for the UK car industry 🚗💼. By supporting local manufacturers, they can create more job opportunities and stimulate growth. I just hope it doesn't affect those who rely on leasing cars through Motability 🤔. Nissan seems like a winner in all this - fingers crossed their factory stays open 👍.
 
🤔 I mean, have you ever stopped to think about what it really means to put 'value' and 'purpose' into a lease agreement? Is it just about making numbers add up or is there something more to it? Like, what's the real cost of supporting a car industry that's already struggling to stay afloat? And are we just piling on more expectations for disabled individuals who need these vehicles in the first place?

It's interesting how we often talk about 'boosting' industries without really thinking about the human impact. What does it say about our society when we prioritize jobs over people's needs? 🤷‍♀️
 
I heard they're gonna ditch those fancy German cars 🚗😒 and focus on British vans instead? It's a good move for the UK car industry, I guess 👍. But what about the cost for disabled people? They already have to shell out more for insurance and VAT, so I don't know if this is gonna work out in their favor 🤔. On the other hand, it's awesome that Nissan is getting a boost and Mini might get an electric factory in Oxford 🚀. It'll be interesting to see how this all plays out, especially by 2035 💸. Maybe we'll see more British-built cars hitting the roads? 🇬🇧
 
OMG 🤯 I'm so stoked about this news! They're finally prioritizing local manufacturers and supporting jobs in the UK car industry 💼🚗. It's amazing to think that by 2035, half of the vehicles they lease will be British-built and that could create thousands of new job opportunities 🎉💪. Plus, it's a win-win for Nissan and Mini, who'll get to produce more vehicles in the UK 😊. Let's hope this move also benefits disabled individuals and doesn't lead to any negative changes for them 🤞. Overall, I think this is a huge step forward for the industry and I'm all about it 👍🏻🚗💫
 
🚗💰 I think this change could have both positive and negative effects on people with disabilities who rely on the Motility scheme. On one hand, getting more affordable vehicles from local factories might make their lives easier and give them better options. But on the other hand, if prices for insurance premiums and VAT go up, it could be a tough pill to swallow for some folks. Maybe they should look into other financing options or explore ways to reduce costs?
 
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