UK car production fell in November, setting the industry on track for its first annual fall in eight years.

Production at UK factories fell by 4.6 percent in November, putting the total number of cars produced at 161,490. Whilst the number of cars destined for the domestic market fell, the figures were offset by a boost in exports, which saw a 1.3 percent rise.

If the weak figures continue into December, the UK car industry will have suffered its first annual fall since the financial crisis. The figures will come as a blow to Brexiteers, who have relied on the strength of the UK’s car manufacturing industry to support Britain’s exit from the European Union.

Commenting on the data, SMMT chief executive Mike Hawes, said: “Brexit uncertainty, coupled with confusion over diesel taxation and air quality plans, continues to impact domestic demand for new cars.”