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UK car production drops sharply

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New figures show the number of new cars produced in the UK in May fell dramatically, compared with 2008.

The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders says production was 43% lower than May 2008, but the figures suggest the drop in production could be slowing.

John Moylan explains.

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