Automotive Sector

UNW is a leading independent firm of chartered accountants with a proven track record supporting automotive businesses with funding, compliance, and growth.

For over 25 years, UNW has supported automotive businesses in securing government grants, providing technical support and being due diligence provider for many national grant awarding bodies.

With extensive experience in the automotive sector, the wider UNW team also provides tailored support to manufacturers and suppliers, covering audit and accounting, tax advisory, employment taxes, VAT, and corporate finance. Our understanding of the complexities of the industry and experience working with OEMs, Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers, as well as emerging innovators, enables us to support clients at every stage of their growth journey. UNW’s clients within the automotive sector include: Nissan, Envision AESC, Johnson Matthey, Pirelli, ZF Automotive, Gestamp Tallent, Marelli, and Unipres.

Since 2012 we’ve worked on over 35 automotive projects with 30 companies helping to secure nearly £500 million in government grants, including through the Automotive Transformation Fund (ATF). Our experience spans technical support strengthening applications, providing due diligence on applications, and preparing Independent Accountant’s Reports (IARs) to submit grant claims.

With the launch of the £2.5 billion DRIVE35 programme, aimed at accelerating zero-emission vehicle innovation and manufacturing in the UK, our team is ready to help automotive businesses navigate this competitive funding landscape.

Whether you’re preparing a grant application, undergoing due diligence, or submitting a claim and require an IAR, UNW’s experienced team can guide you through every step with confidence and clarity.

UNW's team are highly knowledgeable and experienced, approach the tasks in a professional manner and always ensure a high standard of work achieved within the required deadlines.
Chris Caygill,  Managing and Finance Director - Envision AESC
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