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
Interview: Car dealer peak body chief James VoortmanMike Costello We talk with the AADA about the mood out there, ever-lasting wait lists, new retail models, EV rollout, and other industry issues. 2 years ago
Car industry insiders skeptical of global EV timelinesMike Costello A new survey of car company and supply chain insiders found 59 per cent see current 2030-2040 EV targets as unrealistic. 2 years ago
The rise of 4x4 utes in Australia: Sales tracked from 2013 to 2022Mike Costello Aussies purchased 1.6 million 4x4 utes in the past decade, with their market share growing 50 per cent between 2013 and 2022. More here. 2 years ago
What are car subscriptions, and would you consider one?Mike Costello You already pay monthly subscriptions for Spotify and YouTube, but what about subscribing to a car with all expenses covered? 2 years ago
Owners 'confused' by safety tech, but aftermarket repairers can helpMike Costello Independent repairers say they're capable of checking ADAS systems, and should take a role in improving public awareness of the tech. 2 years ago
Sales collapse tracked: Where did all the cheap small cars go?Mike Costello Over the past decade the sales and market share of Micro and Light Cars has collapsed, as has the choice in models. Here we look at the data. 2 years ago
Australia's EV market by brand, region and buyer typeMike Costello A report into Australia's nascent EV market shows dominance of private buyers and Chinese factories. And check out the ACT's uptake... 2 years ago
Australian car clubs want clearer crash data amid road toll increaseMike Costello The Australian Automobile Association suggests allocation of road funding could be tied to the release of more useful road toll data. 2 years ago
