Dealer Bulletins
NSW Dealership Service Managers Advised of Crackdown on Illegal Issuing of Pink and Blue Slips
New South Wales dealers who are signatories to the Transport for NSW (TfNSW) Authorised Inspection Scheme (AIS) are advised of the April 2026 edition of Drive Lite- Authorised Inspection Scheme…
EU – Australia FTA Delivers on Tariff Relief but Fails on LCT Reform
The AADA notes the announcement today of a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between Australia and the European Union (EU), which includes changes impacting the automotive sector. The FTA includes two…
Dealernomics 2026: The Numbers Behind Australia’s Dealer Network
The AADA is pleased to release the 2026 edition of Dealernomics, our annual statistical snapshot of Australia’s franchised automotive retail sector. Dealernomics provides members with a comprehensive picture of the…
2025 NVES Performance Results Released
Yesterday, the Government published the first round of performance results for the New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES). The first performance period started on 1 July 2025 and ended on 31…
Strengthening Member Support for Franchised Dealers
The AADA is pleased to announce the launch of a new member support service that represents a significant enhancement to how the Association supports franchised new car and truck dealers…
Payday Super – New Payment Rules From 1 July 2026
Australian franchised new car and truck dealers are advised that from 1 July 2026 a new law comes into effect that makes it a legal requirement to pay their employees’…
Design and Distribution Obligations for Automotive Dealers in Australia
In preparation for the Australian Securities and Investments Commission’s (ASIC) upcoming detailed findings being released regarding their review of Australia’s motor vehicle finance sector, the Australian Automotive Dealer Association (AADA)…
Webinar for South Australian Dealers: Stamp Duty on Vehicles
Following engagement with AADA and MTA SA/NT, RevenueSA will be hosting an industry webinar for South Australian dealers, providing a clear overview of how stamp duty applies to vehicle transactions…
Changes to the Administration of Victorian Motor Car Traders Claims Committee
The AADA has received correspondence from the Victorian Department of Government Services’ (DGS) Deputy Secretary of the Consumer Affairs and Local Government to advise that the Victorian Government has announced…
New Compulsory Merger Notification Guidance Document
** This is not intended to be taken as legal advice. Any comments are of a general nature and provided for dealers to be aware of the new laws** From…