Car colour is rarely treated as a core commercial indicator, yet it often mirrors broader shifts in consumer sentiment. In recent years, UK buyers have gravitated toward muted tones such as grey, narrowing the visual diversity of the market. This prompted public calls from industry leaders, including Fiat chief executive Olivier Francois in 2023, to reintroduce more expressive colour options. The transition toward electric vehicles has added a new layer to these preferences. According to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders, green tinted cars sold in 2025 reached their highest volume in 20 years, marking a ... (full story)