Dealer Bulletins
New Franchising Reforms to Become Law on 1 July 2021
In March of this year, the Morrison Government announced a set of changes to the Franchising Code of Conduct (FCC) aimed specifically at providing greater protections for franchised new car…
2021-22 Budget Briefing
The AADA is generally supportive of the measures announced in the 2021-22 Federal Budget which will help lead our economic recovery and will give automotive businesses confidence to invest and…
Dealership Labour Shortages Survey
Numerous AADA members have reported that they are suffering from crippling skills shortages, especially in the workshop where qualified technicians are proving very difficult to find. The issue appears to…
Protecting Australian Businesses from Cybercrime – The Australian Cyber Security Centre
The Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) recently contacted the AADA and has asked that we inform members of the ACSC services and its role in protecting businesses in their dealings…
Motor Vehicle Service and Repair Information Sharing Scheme
Legislation which establishes a Scheme for sharing of service and repair information has been introduced into Parliament today. This Scheme has been in development for many years and the legislation…
Senate Inquiry into the Relationship Between Car Manufacturers and Car Dealers – Final Report
Yesterday, the Senate Committee for Education and Employment released its final report into the Relationship Between Car Manufacturers and Car Dealers in Australia. The inquiry was a comprehensive review into…
Letter to Dealers from Small and Family Business Minister Michaelia Cash
Following the Morrison Government announcement of landmark reforms to automotive franchising last week, the Small and Family Business Minister Michaelia Cash has asked us to send the attached correspondence to…
Landmark Reforms to Automotive Franchising
Today marks a landmark day for franchised new car Dealers. The Government has today announced reforms for the automotive industry which will protect Dealers against the worst abuses by some…
Changes to Add-On Insurance Arrangements
The AADA has received an update from ASIC regarding their add-on insurance and extended warranty work. ASIC have made a significant departure from their previous approach and are treating insurance…
Final Public Hearings – Senate Inquiry Into the Regulation of the Relationship Between Manufacturers and Dealers
The expanded Inquiry into the regulation of the relationship between car Manufacturers and car Dealers in Australia will hold its final public hearings tomorrow, Friday, 5 February 2021. The program…