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BDO: 2021 NADA Conference Review
The 2021 National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) conference took place in February, albeit via virtual delivery because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite this, the conference saw automotive leaders from around…
AADA Consumer Survey
The AADA has recently conducted a study to understand the perspectives and preferences of new car buyers when purchasing a vehicle and interacting with new car Dealers. The AADA also…
Dealer/Manufacturer Relations Senate Inquiry – Final Report
On 18 March 2021, the Senate Committee conducting the Inquiry Into the Relationship between Car Dealers and Manufacturers delivered its final report. This was a long running inquiry which began…
Changes to Automotive Franchising Laws
AADA members would by now be aware of an announcement on 12 March 2021, by the Prime Minister Scott Morrison and former Family and Small Business Minister Michaelia Cash about…
Future Fuels Strategy Discussion Paper
The Federal Government released a discussion paper calling for submissions from industry to help form national policy on the implementation of low emissions road transport technologies. This policy will include…
Vale – Anthony Rodriquez
Anthony Rodriquez was the popular and charismatic Dealer Principal of family business Sylvania BMW. Anthony was equally as well known for his charity work as he was for his award…
Vale – Warren Smith
Warren Smith was a much loved and long serving member of the Victorian Dealer community and will be missed by many. After taking over the business following the tragic death…
Vale – Adrian Brien
It is with sadness that we received the news that Adrian Brien, a valued member of the industry, passed away in early February. With Adrian Brien Ford, he established one…
2021 OAM Receipients
We are proud that this year, two Dealers have been awarded an Order of Australia medal for their service to their community. It highlights the important role Dealers play in…
Automotive Dealer Issue 33
The quarterly updated and published December edition of the Automotive Dealer Magazine is now available and can be accessed online. This edition is packed with news and features providing crucial…