The automotive industry is undergoing rapid change. We advise OEMs, supply‑chain companies, retailers and mobility providers navigate challenges by bringing automotive experience and close collaboration.
We recognise the impact that the rapid evolution is having on the automotive sector.
It faces unprecedented change: the shift to EVs and alternative fuels, new global entrants, declining UK production, supply‑chain fragility, and evolving retail models. Geopolitics, tariffs and regulatory pressure add complexity.
We help respond with clarity - strengthening resilience, improving performance and positioning your business for the future.
Government Connectivity
Engagement with senior UK automotive and trade officials through our Automotive Advisory Team.
End‑to‑End Industry Expertise
Support spanning OEMs, supply chain, retail networks, mobility, battery tech and hydrogen.
Grant & Funding Leadership
Market‑leading capability in leading DRIVE35 and Innovate UK grant submissions and assurance.
Why Grant Thornton
Our automotive team brings a unique blend of industry, government and technical expertise spanning financial, commercial and operational advice. With strong relationships across OEMs, the supply chain, dealers and leasing businesses, we understand the commercial and operational pressures you face.
Our team gives you access to senior industry and UK government specialists, enabling informed decision‑making on regulation, tariffs, localisation, strategy and funding.
We are a market leader in complex grant submissions, including ATF and Innovate UK, and deliver integrated support across transactions, restructuring, tax, R&D and performance improvement.
Value chain roadmap
You can't look at just one element of the automotive value chain in isolation - the upstream and downstream segments are inter-dependent.
Our extensive knowledge of both segments brings our clients a complete picture of the automotive industry, including potential growth opportunities across the entire automotive market.
Our upstream and downstream specialists work with clients at every stage of the automotive value chain: from assisting businesses within the supply chain to helping dealerships.
We service companies over the life of both passenger and commercial vehicles, including trucks, trailers and on and off-highway construction machinery, excavators, and agricultural equipment.


