Media Releases
Victoria’s Car Tax Will Hurt Industry
The Australian Automotive Dealer Association is concerned over news reports that the Victorian Government is considering adopting a state Luxury Car Tax. “Reports that the Victorian budget will increase duty…
AADA Congratulates Scott Morrison and the Coalition
The peak body representing franchised new car Dealers has congratulated Prime Minister Morrison and the Coalition on winning the federal election. “The final make-up of the Parliament is still to…
Election Scorecard – AADA Welcomes Bipartisan Commitment to the Automotive Code of Conduct
The Australian Automotive Dealer Association (AADA), has received policy plans from both major parties in response to the Driving Our Future Election Campaign. “The AADA asked both parties to address…
AADA Launches the 2019 Convention & Expo: 2020 + Beyond, A Vision for Car Retailers
The peak body representing franchised new car Dealers is pleased to announce the launch of the AADA 2019 National Dealer Convention & Expo, which will be held at the Melbourne…
New Car Dealers “DRIVING OUR FUTURE”
The Australian Automotive Dealer Association (AADA), the peak body representing franchised new car Dealers has launched the “Driving Our Future” campaign. The campaign will engage with candidates and members of…
AADA Welcomes First SA Dealership to Host ANCAP Crashed Car
The peak body representing franchised new car Dealers has welcomed the very first display of an ANCAP crashed car at a South Australian new car dealership. “The AADA continues their…
Budget Provides Little Relief for Automotive Industry
The peak body representing franchised new car Dealers is disappointed that taxes on new cars have not been abolished, but has welcomed the luxury car tax relief provided to farmers…
Vehicle Emissions Standards Must Not Focus on Retailers
The peak body representing franchised new car Dealers has welcomed the Opposition’s cleaner transport policy, but has urged caution over applying CO2 standards to car retailers. “We accept the Opposition’s…
Greens New Car Tax Plans Will Hurt Tradespeople and Industry
The release of the Greens transport policy today reveals their plans for a new car tax and the abolition of new combustion engines by 2030. “We support the Greens intention…
Dealers welcome increased protections outlined in the Report of the Franchising Inquiry
The peak body representing Australia’s franchised new car Dealers has welcomed calls for increased protections for Dealers contained in the report from the Parliamentary Inquiry into Franchising. “We welcome the…