VFACTS November 2024: Private sales slump, RAV4 maintains leadWilliam Stopford The Toyota RAV4 is holding onto top spot with huge sales growth, in a market that is down year on year as private buyers hold off.19 days ago
Independent ADR review could cut red tape for new car imports to AustraliaWilliam Stopford A new independent review is looking at regulations affecting new cars in Australia, and how they could be changed to expedite the import process.20 days ago
Several more car brands will leave Australia, warns dealer bodyWilliam Stopford Peak industry body predicts more carmakers will follow Citroen in exiting the Australian market as it becomes increasingly competitive.24 days ago
Ineos Grenadier production set to resume in JanuaryJosh Nevett Ineos is set to restart production of the rugged Grenadier SUV in January 2025, four months after it hit pause due to a supplier issue.1 month ago
Polestar doubling Australian dealer network in 2025James Wong Polestar will add seven new retail locations in 2025, partnering with multiple dealer groups as the Sino-Swedish EV brand's range grows.1 month ago
Elon Musk shares ambitious Tesla sales goalJosh Nevett Tesla CEO Elon Musk says the introduction of more affordable models could see its sales grow 20-30 per cent in 2025.2 months ago
Cancelled Apple car DNA can be found in BYDs - reportJosh Nevett An anonymous source has revealed that Chinese carmaker BYD played a key role in developing battery technology for the cancelled Apple car.2 months ago
Renewed calls for Luxury Car Tax axing as Government proposes changesWilliam Stopford Proposed changes to the "poorly structured" Luxury Car Tax are unfair, argues the Australian Automotive Dealer Association.2 months ago
Used vehicle prices continue to fall, utes and SUVs falling fastestWilliam Stopford Used vehicles are gradually getting cheaper in Australia, with utes and SUVs experiencing a more significant drop than passenger cars.2 months ago
VFACTS September 2024: Sales slump but hybrids, PHEVs continue to growWilliam Stopford New car sales, including electric vehicles, were down in September but hybrids had a good month, led by the Toyota RAV4.3 months ago
Honda Australia the first to cop a fine for breaching info-sharing schemeWilliam Stopford Honda has copped a fine after the ACCC alleged it didn't make diagnostic and technical info as readily available to independent repair shops as it should have.3 months ago
Polestar: New boss at EV brand after tough 2024Scott Collie Polestar has a new global CEO, with Michael Lohscheller taking the reins from Thomas Ingenlath after a tough year.4 months ago
