Commercial vehicle output has continued to decline sharply in June, with a massive 60.4% drop since June 2008, amounting to just 8,532 vehicles produced, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).
In addition, the year-to-date figure for 2009 fell by 64.5%.
Simon Everitt, SMMT chief executive, says: "UK commercial vehicle production remains extremely low.
"This reflects the difficult economic conditions and fragile business confidence in key markets, particularly the road haulage and construction sectors."