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New Car Dealers Welcome Appointment of New Small and Family Business Ombudsman
The Australian Automotive Dealer Association (AADA) has welcomed the appointment of Bruce Billson as the new Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman. Mr Billson has been appointed for a…
AADA 2021 Future Focused
The Australian Automotive Dealer Association (AADA) is pleased to announce that the AADA 2021 Convention & Expo will return to an on-site event at the Brisbane Exhibition & Convention Centre,…
Dealers Blindsided by Renault Decision
The peak body representing franchised new car Dealers has expressed concern over the complete lack of notice or consultation following the decision by French Manufacturer Renault to relinquish its Australian…
Dealers Note Information Sharing Scheme
The Australian Automotive Dealer Association (AADA) notes the Government’s release of the mandatory motor vehicle service and repair information sharing scheme. The AADA, along with other stakeholders, has been in…
Government Sides with Offshore Car Manufacturers over Australian Dealers
The Automotive Principles released by the Federal Government today, are a kick in the guts to all of Australia’s new car Dealers and their 60,000 employees. This is a major…
Dealers Welcome Ombudsman’s Calls to Overhaul Dispute Resolution
The peak body representing franchised new car Dealers has welcomed the Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman’s call for an overhaul of the dispute resolution framework. “This year, the…
Inquiry to Hear From Australia’s Dealers in Need for Protection
The Senate Inquiry into the Regulation of the Relationship between car Manufacturers and car Dealers in Australia will hold public hearings today. Australian Automotive Dealer Association (AADA) CEO, James Voortman,…
ACCC Class Exemption Welcome News for Franchised New Car Dealers
The ACCC has today announced its decision to allow franchisees to collectively negotiate with car Manufacturers without ACCC approval. This is a welcome and important development for franchised new car…
New Car Dealers Welcome Budget Recovery Measures
The peak body representing franchised new car Dealers has welcomed today’s Budget as an important step in driving the recovery in the automotive industry and the wider economy. “We hope…
New Car Dealers Welcome Lending Reforms
The peak body representing Australia’s franchised new car Dealers has welcomed the Government’s lending reforms which will free up credit and boost the economic recovery. “These reforms are sensible and…