British new car registrations fell more than 10 per cent year-on-year in April, with Tesla’s (TSLA.O) UK sales plummeting 62 per cent, dragged by weak consumer confidence and tax increases, industry data showed this week.

The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) said 120,331 units were registered in the traditionally quieter month of April.

Tesla’s new car sales in Britain fell to 512 units in April, from 1,352 units in the same month a year ago.

Volumes were impacted by a change in the vehicle excise duty, which came into effect from April 1.

US President Donald Trump’s auto tariffs have also added to uncertainty in the sector.