Media Releases
Automotive Industry in Transition as New Vehicle Standards Pass Parliament
The peak body representing franchised new car Dealers has today noted the passage of the New Vehicle Efficiency Standard. “New car Dealers have supported the introduction of a Standard for…
AADA Welcomes Budget Measures, But More Needs to be Done on Outdated Taxes
The peak body representing franchised new car Dealers has welcomed the release of the 2024-25 Federal Budget tonight. “This Budget includes some welcome measures for our industry, including $60 million…
Used Car Market Holds Steady for April
The Automotive Insights Report data for the month of April shows the market for used cars in Australia is stabilising with a steady decline in supply and demand holding firm….
Stronger Franchising Protections Needed for Automotive Dealers
The AADA notes the Government’s response to the Independent Review of the Franchising Code of Conduct, which has agreed, or agreed in principle, to all of Dr Schaper’s 23 recommendations….
AADA Welcomes Automotive Inclusion in New Energy Apprenticeships Program
The Australian Automotive Dealer Association welcomes the announcement by Minister O’Connor and Minister Bowen that the New Energy Apprenticeships Program will now be expanded to include apprentices in the automotive…
Strong New Vehicle Supply Leads to Positive Used Car Market for Consumers
Australia has posted an impressive used car sales result for the month of March despite the disruption in trade brought on by the Easter holidays. “There were 184,054 used cars…
Investment in EV Chargers for Car Dealerships Critical for Customer Education
A new report prepared for the Australian Automotive Dealer Association by respected climate risk and energy transition experts Energetics outlines the task of rolling out electric vehicle charging infrastructure in…
Dealers Note NVES Release and Government Commitment to Address Industry Challenges
The Australian Automotive Dealer Association notes the Government’s announcement today unveiling the details of the New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES) and while we acknowledge the progress, we remain conscious of…
AADA24: Driving Forward Together
The Australian Automotive Dealer Association (AADA) is pleased to announce the 2024 AADA Convention & Expo details. This important industry event will be hosted at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition…
Customers in Driving Seat as Used Car Listings Grow
February used car sales figures have been released today in the Automotive Insights Report (AIR). The figures released by AADA and AutoGrab show that the number of used vehicles listed…
