Media Releases
Don’t Rush to Ban Point of Sale Exemption
Legislation proposed today requiring retail car Dealers to operate with credit licences should not be rushed as it will likely increase costs for consumers and come as a blow to…
AADA Announcing Transition Plan
AADA notes that CEO, Mr David Blackhall, has indicated his desire to reduce his full time commitments at the end of his current contract on 30 June 2019. AADA is…
AADA Welcomes Consultation on Sharing of Repair Information
The Australian Automotive Dealer Association (AADA), the peak body representing franchised new car Dealers has welcomed the release of the Government’s consultation paper for a mandatory scheme on the sharing…
AADA Surprised by Royal Commission Abolition of Point of Sale Exemption
The Government’s decision to abolish the point of sale exemption for retail dealers providing car finance has come as a surprise to the new car industry. The Banking Royal Commission…
Claims that new car Dealers not promoting EVs – False
The AADA supports the release of the Senate Committee’s report on electric vehicles but is disappointed in evidence suggesting Dealers are not promoting the sale of EVs. “There are some…