Investing.com -- UK car sales climbed to their highest level in seven years during March, indicating that the Middle East conflict has not deterred consumers from making expensive purchases.
New vehicle registrations totaled 380,627 in March, marking the largest monthly figure since 2019, according to data released by the Society of Motor Manufacturers & Traders on Tuesday.
Plug-in hybrids led the growth, with registrations increasing by 47% during the month.
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