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Used car market grows for second quarter as EV sales rise 23.2%SMMT figures show 2,030,619 used cars changed hands in Q3, up 0.5%, with battery electric transactions rising 23.2% to take a 4.8% share.9 November 2026 | Industry
UK quantum firms share £50m funding to turn innovations into productsBusinesses across the UK have been backed with a share of £50 million to help turn quantum innovations into products that make a difference in the real world.9 November 2026 | UK Business
SSEN Transmission starts construction on Lewis hub in the Western IslesWork has begun on the Lewis Hub, part of SSEN Transmission's plan to link the Western Isles directly to the mainland GB electricity grid.9 November 2026 | Energy & Sustainability
SEO for UK Manufacturers: Turning Technical Expertise into Useful ContentHow UK manufacturers can turn technical know-how into useful search content: answering buyer questions, explaining processes clearly and measuring enquiries, not just traffic.9 November 2026 | UK Business
HNC in engineering: what it is, what level it sits at and who it suitsAn HNC in engineering is a well-established route to technical and supervisory roles, and understanding how it compares with apprenticeships and degrees helps employers plan skills.9 November 2026 | Industry
Engineering technicians in UK manufacturing: roles, EngTech and careersThe engineering technician is central to keeping UK production running, and understanding the role, the routes in and EngTech registration helps firms recruit, train and retain them.9 November 2026 | Industry
Mechanical engineering salary in the UK: what drives pay and how to progressUnderstanding what shapes a mechanical engineering salary, from sector and chartership to region and experience, helps employers retain talent and engineers plan their next move.9 November 2026 | Industry