BMW exploring 'agency' sales modelMike Costello BMW might follow arch-rival Mercedes-Benz down the agency model path, in Europe at least. It would mean the end of haggling. 3 years ago
Car brands want PM Albanese to legislate CO2 reduction schemeMike Costello The FCAI peak body for car brands says a government CO2 reduction scheme would help its members secure more stock of low-emission vehicles. 3 years ago
'Genuine parts': Car brands and the aftermarket face offMike Costello Car brands say 'genuine is best' when it comes to parts, but the aftermarket peak body warns of 'unfounded fear and apprehension'.3 years ago
NSW Senator says Mercedes-Benz misled Senate over agency switchMike Costello Labor Senator Deborah O’Neill accuses luxury car brand of lying to the Senate and hurting dealers, something the company strongly contests. 3 years ago
Most valuable car companiesAlborz Fallah Does any other brand have a hope in hell overtaking Tesla when it comes to market cap? And which other brands are in the top 10?3 years ago
Almost 100,000 vehicles a week being cut from global productionAlborz Fallah Almost 100,000 cars a week are not being produced due to microchip shortages. Is the end in sight, or are wait times set to linger?3 years ago
Automakers continue to grapple with Russian invasion-related shortagesWilliam Stopford While companies like Volkswagen are slowly increasing production in the wake of Russia's invasion, others have been forced to suspend factories.3 years ago
Sony enters auto industry with Honda, EV sales to start in 2025Derek Fung Sony's automotive endeavours won't be limited to Gran Turismo games, with the conglomerate joining forces with Honda to make cars.3 years ago
Ford places EV and ICE cars into separate divisionsDerek Fung Ford is becoming two but staying as one, with its EV and ICE arms to operate as separate business units but with some shared functions.3 years ago
Toyota resumes Japanese production after cyberattack - UPDATEDerek Fung Toyota has shutdown production in Japan again, but this time it's been brought about by a cyberattack against one of its suppliers.3 years ago
Ford CEO denies plans to spin off EV or ICE businessDerek Fung Ford is sticking together with CEO Jim Farley denying plans are afoot to hive off the EV or internal combustion engine business.3 years ago
VFACTS: January ute and ute-based SUV sales wrapScott Collie Ute sales were once again led by the Toyota HiLux, with the Ford Ranger nipping at its heels. The Isuzu MU-X led the off-road SUV charge. 3 years ago
