euronews Business's video: New car sales slump in Britain in April - economy

There was an almost 20 percent slump in sales of new cars in Britain in April - the biggest year-on-year drop for over six years. That reflects record demand in March as people brought forward purchases to avoid a tax increase on the most polluting diesel vehicles that came into force at the start of April. Demand for diesel vehicles fell 27 percent last month. April was also hit by fewer selling days due to the Easter holiday according to the industry body the Society of Motor Manufacturers … READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2017/05/04/new-car-sales-slump-in-britain-in-april euronews business brings you latest updates from the world of finance and economy, in-depth analysis, interviews, infographics and more Subscribe for daily dose of business news: http://bit.ly/1pcHCzj Made by euronews, the most watched news channel in Europe.