Media Releases
Dealers Welcome Moves To Strengthen Indemnification Under ACL
The AADA has welcomed consultation on options to ensure businesses comply with the consumer guarantee provisions in the Australian Consumer Law. “New car Dealers are very much focused on providing…
ACCC General Motors Investigation – No Vindication for GM
The peak body representing franchised new car Dealers has responded to the ACCC’s conclusion of its investigation into General Motors’ conduct towards Dealers in withdrawing the Holden brand from Australia….
Announcing New AADA Chair and Board Members
We are pleased to announce that the AADA Board has elected David Blackhall as the Australian Automotive Dealer Association’s new Chairman, commencing his duties as an independent director following the…
Car Dealers Welcome Future Fuels and Vehicle Strategy
The AADA welcomes the Morrison Government’s future fuels and vehicle strategy. The strategy announced today by the Prime Minister encourages consumer choice and will expand Australia’s EV charging infrastructure. “Consumers…
AADA Convention & Expo rescheduled for March 2022
Due to ongoing COVID-19 restrictions, the Australian Automotive Dealer Association (AADA) has decided to reschedule the “2021 Future Focused” Convention & Expo to 8-9 March 2022. The COVID-19 pandemic has…
Unfair Contract Proposals Will See More Dealers Protected
The peak body representing franchised new car Dealers applauds the release of proposed legislation to expand unfair contract term (UCT) protections. After extensive consultation, the Government released an Exposure Draft…
Dealers Applaud Auto Franchising Reform Options
The peak body representing Australia’s new car Dealers has welcomed the release of the Morrison Government’s discussion paper on Automotive Franchising reforms. The paper will specifically investigate the merits of…
Automotive Dealers Welcome Collective Bargaining Class Exemption
The peak body representing franchised new car Dealers has welcomed the collective bargaining class exemption which is now ready for use. “This is a welcome and important development for franchised…
Auto Franchising Reforms Good News for Car Dealers
The peak body representing franchised new car Dealers has welcomed automotive franchising reforms which will bring greater fairness to the commercial relations between Australian car Dealers and car Manufacturers. The…
Budget Paves the Way for Automotive Recovery
The peak body representing franchised new car Dealers has welcomed the Federal Budget’s commitment to securing Australia’s economic recovery. “Today’s Budget has confirmed a stunning economic recovery for Australia and…