Dealer Bulletins
Release of the National Electric Vehicle Strategy
The Federal Government has released its long-awaited National Electric Vehicle Strategy. The Strategy seeks to accelerate the uptake of zero and low emission vehicles and focuses on three key areas,…
Increased Penalties for Privacy Breaches and Addressing Dealership Cyber Security Risks
AADA would like to draw members attention to recent developments regarding the Privacy Act, and risks that Dealers face in the area of cyber security. Firstly, you may be aware…
Incorrect Contract Cancellation Fees Crackdown for Western Australia
Dealers in Western Australia are reminded that as of 1 January 2022 the prescribed words of the vehicle sales agreement changed in the Motor Vehicle Dealers (Sales) Regulations 1974. Clause…
Energy Efficiency Grants for Small and Medium Sized Enterprises
Grants of up to $25,000 are now available for small and medium sized businesses across Australia to improve energy efficiency, save on energy bills, and bring down emissions. These grants…
New Car Delivery Delays at the Port
Over the last few months, the AADA has been made aware of delayed processing times and a backlog of imported vehicles awaiting clearance through Australian ports due to increased biosecurity…
Annual AADA Automotive Statistics Booklet Released
AADA has gathered data from various sources to create the 2023 edition of the annual Automotive Statistics booklet. AADA Automotive Statistics 2023 is a valuable resource which provides insights into…
Update from Solar Victoria – ZEV Subsidy Program
Solar Victoria has provided an update on the progress of the Zero-Emission Vehicles (ZEV) Subsidy Program. As of mid-January 2023 there have been 7,839 applications since the program launched in…
Priority Wage Subsidy for Automotive Apprentices Expanded
Minister for Skills and Training, Brendan O’Connor, has announced an expanded 2023 skills priority list of apprentice trades that will attract Government incentives. Included on the list are motor mechanics…
2022 New Car Sales Results Released
VFACTS for December 2022 and the full calendar year were released yesterday by the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries. New car sales remained strong for 2022, with 1,081,429 vehicles sold….
Register to Attend: Automotive Industry Forum
The Motor Industry Services Group at Pitcher Partners are touring Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane with their Automotive Industry Forum. Register to attend the free state-based forums where they will, alongside…