Media Releases
ACT Budget Delivers Another Blow to Motorists and Business
The Australian Automotive Dealer Association (AADA) has expressed disappointment at the ACT Government’s decision to further increase the cost of purchasing new vehicles, describing the latest changes to motor vehicle…
Used Car Discounts Hit Highest Level Year to Date
Key Headlines Recovering from the weakest month of the year in April, total sales rose to 221,323 in May, broadly in line with January and March. Demand for electrified vehicles…
Australia’s New Car Dealers Welcome Government Progress on Franchising Protections
The Australian Automotive Dealer Association (AADA) welcomes the Albanese Government’s work to honour its election promise to legislate protections for franchised new car dealers by banning unfair trading practices. James…
Federal Budget Shows Importance of Supporting Australia’s Auto Retail Sector
The Australian Automotive Dealer Association (AADA) says the 2026-27 Federal Budget comes at a time of heightened global economic uncertainty, ongoing cost of living pressures and a rapidly changing automotive…
Australians Chase Lower Running Costs in Used Vehicles
Key Headlines Impacts of the Middle East conflict continues to influence buyer priorities. Heightened running cost considerations are pushing purchase decisions towards electrified vehicles. Used hybrid vehicles are the standout…
Dealers Welcome Sensible Changes to the Electric Car Discount
The Australian Automotive Dealer Association (AADA) welcomes the Government’s announcement to adjust the Electric Car Discount ensuring it remains accessible to everyday Australians while substantially improving the Budget in challenging…
Dealers Call for Practical Reforms Ahead of Federal Budget
The Australian Automotive Dealer Association (AADA) has used its 2026–27 Pre-Budget Submission to call for a series of targeted, low-cost reforms to improve efficiency and fairness, and support the transition…
Used EV Market Gains Momentum Amid Rising Fuel Costs
Key Headlines Australia’s used electric vehicle market experienced a sharp and sudden surge in activity during March 2026, coinciding directly with the escalation of the Middle East conflict and the…
Fuel Prices Drive Shift in Buyer Behaviour as Low Emission Vehicle Demand Surges
The Australian Automotive Dealer Association (AADA) says March 2026 new vehicle sales data highlights a clear shift in consumer preferences, with rising fuel prices accelerating demand for electric vehicles. New vehicle…
EU – Australia FTA Delivers on Automotive Tariff Relief but Negotiations Fail on Luxury Car Tax Reform
The Australian Automotive Dealer Association (AADA) has welcomed elements of the newly announced Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between Australia and the European Union (EU), but says the deal stops short…