Suggestion that carmaker could produce vehicle in Germany instead of Oxford comes amid fears over Vauxhall’s future.

Despite assurances given in October that Japanese car manufacturer would continue with plans to invest in Sunderland plant after EU exit. / Nissan said it may “adjust” its business in the UK, depending on how Brexit turns out, potentially jeopardising 7,000 jobs at its Sunderland plant.

Car manufacturers appear to be hitting the accelerator out of Britain as the country moves toward an exit from the European Union. More than 1,000 jobs are set to be lost at Ford's engine plant in Wales, German auto-maker BMW is reportedly considering the viability of its Mini plant in Oxford while Nissan wants the U.K. government to guarantee suppliers for its plant in North East England.

BMW hinted it may move production of the iconic Mini from England to continental Europe as a result of the UK’s decision to leave the EU.

The Government faces a growing revolt from carmakers in Britain unhappy at the slow pace of clarity over post-Brexit customs arrangements crucial to their business model.

Head of employers’ federation says integrity of single market more important than making good business with Britain. / German industrialists have warned that British hopes of their support in Brexit negotiations are misplaced and could backfire with dangerous consequences for international trade.

Manufacturers would feel effects 'within hours' of country crashing out of EU, says SMMT boss as MPs prepare for crucial vote on Theresa May's proposals

Carmakers are ramping up their preparations for a no-deal Brexit, with a host of major manufacturers moving regulatory approval for their vehicles from the UK to other parts of Europe.

Ralf Speth is concerned delays in the supply chain could halt production and repeats warnings a hard Brexit could cost £1.2bn.

Car maker said move would affect all three of its UK car plants.

Fresh inward investment in the sector plummeted in 2018, down 46.5 per cent on 2017 to just £588.6m.

The firm, which employs thousands of people in Sunderland, will reportedly make the announcement on Monday.

Production of four of Nissan's car models in Sunderland fell by 10.7% in 2018 according to SMMT research.

US car giant tells Theresa May it is preparing alternative manufacturing sites abroad.

Japanese firm to shut plant in 2022 but maintain its European HQ near Bracknell in Berkshire.

Car manufacturer becomes latest to cut jobs or shift production elsewhere amid Brexit uncertainty.

Toto Wolff believes Brexit will leave British-based Formula One teams at a major disadvantage – and a no-deal outcome would be a nightmare for the industry.

Falling value of pound contributes to UK drivers paying up to £98 more per month for cars.

One-third of the most critical preparation projects are not on track for completion by March 29.

Car companies paying additional and potentially pointless costs every day that leaving the EU with no deal remains on the table, says trade body.

More Japanese firms could follow Honda and leave Britain in the coming months if the uncertainty caused by Brexit is not lifted soon, the country’s ambassador has said.

Another carmaker slams the brakes on prospects for its UK workers if Britain leaves the EU without a deal.

Firms including BMW and Toyota warn of potential UK job losses and plant closures.