Media Releases
Fuel Relief Welcome but Structural Reform of Auto Taxes Needed
The peak body representing franchised new car Dealers has welcomed the Federal Budget’s provision of fuel tax relief but called on the Government to commit to structural tax reform in…
Dealers Welcome Stronger Franchising Penalties
The peak body representing franchised new car Dealers has welcomed the Morrison Government’s announcement of increased penalties for breaches of the Franchising Code of Conduct. “Stronger penalties in conjunction with…
2022 AADA Convention & Expo Delayed to 2-3 June 2022
The Australian Automotive Dealer Association’s 2022 Convention & Expo at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre has been rescheduled until Thursday 2 and Friday 3 June 2022. The decision to…
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…