Used car prices to keep falling, utes in particular – studyMike Costello More new cars in stock and a fall in household borrowing power are exerting downward pressure on what were recently record used car prices.2 years ago
The fringe benefits tax exemption for electric cars explainedMike Costello The government wants to increase EV sales by exempting them from an expensive tax. Here are some finer details to be aware of.2 years ago
Do daytime running lights improve road safety?Mike Costello An Australian study of crash data designed to eliminate confounding factors has found DRLs can make a big impact reducing crashes. 2 years ago
How much have small SUV sales grown in 10 years?Mike Costello Small SUV sales and share nearly tripled in Australia over the past decade, while the field of nameplates to choose from more than doubled. 2 years ago
Toyota predicts strong 2023, despite Q1 share dropScott Collie Toyota Australia's market share has dropped from more than 20 per cent to around 15 per cent in the first quarter of 2023. 2 years ago
Australia's best-selling electric cars so far in 2023Mike Costello Tesla and BYD are stars in the race, driving us to a record-high overall EV market share of 6.5 per cent during the first quarter of 2023. 2 years ago
VFACTS: March 2023 new car sales decline as shortages lingerMike Costello How did the new car market fare in March, and what are some of the emerging trends, success stories, and issues to watch?2 years ago
Large SUVs, commercial vehicles miss emissions target againWilliam Stopford Passenger cars and light SUVs saw a significant reduction in emissions last year, but heavy SUVs and light commercial vehicle emissions hardly budged.2 years ago
Australian government tells brands to stop importing contaminated carsMike Costello The Agriculture Minister has demanded car brands play a more active role in fixing the current biosecurity crisis at the ports.2 years ago
Medium SUV sales growth tracked, top sellers over a decadeMike Costello Toyota RAV4 and Mazda CX-5 are the sales kings over the past decade, while the BMW X3 and X4 twins took the luxury title.2 years ago
Federal Government backs Australian car industry, as $15b fund passes into lawMike Costello A Federal Government fund to incubate Australian advanced manufacturing companies could play a part in revitalising the car industry. 2 years ago
Volkswagen committed to dealers as key link to customersMike Costello The German giant has flown dealers from all over the world to Hamburg to show them future cars and ask questions about the future of retail.2 years ago
