Subaru is hosting its own travelling 'mini motor show' in June with dealer events in Melbourne, Adelaide and Sydney, highlighting its performance car credentials.Six performance cars are being showcased at customer and public events over the next four weeks.The events will showcase the WRX concept car that was unveiled at the recent New York International Auto Show.
It is is a sad day for the Australian automotive industry following Ford’s announcement that it will cease car manufacturing in October 2016, says VACC.
Holden and Toyota have both confirmed their commitment to the Australian automotive manufacturing industry, following the announcement that Ford Australia will cease local production in 2016.“Despite Ford’s announcement to end local manufacturing we believe the industry can survive in Australia and has already adjusted in large part - given Ford’s relatively low production volumes," says Holden managing director Mike Devereux.“Holden set out a 10-year manufacturing plan that was agreed with the Australian government in 2012 based on economic and market conditions at that time.
Of course we in the dealer business embrace change, so long as someone goes before us!
Toyota has reclaimed top spot as the most valuable automotive brand in the BrandZ Top 100 'most valuable global brands' 2013 report. Toyota's brand value rose by 12% to US$24.5 billion (A$24.97 billion) over the past year, one of the biggest movers in the automotive sector.
Winners of the Fleet World honours awards have been announced.Taking place at a ceremony held at the Royal Automobile Club in London, the Fleet World honours are presented annually to those motor manufacturers, service companies and individuals who have, in the opinion of the judges, achieved the highest possible level of excellence in their sector.The judging process combines the expert opinion of the Fleet World editorial team with the values provided by a number of leading leasing companies and fleet data providers.
ANCAP has announced 5-star ANCAP safety ratings for the Holden Commodore, Nissan Pulsar and Audi A3.The VF Commodore which has been designed and built in Australia for a global market has passed ANCAP testing with the full 5-stars for safety.
Nationwide Off Road Truck Sales has expanded its relationship with NC2 Global Australia - a wholly owned subsidiary of Navistar - to become an NC2 dealership and supplier of all- wheel-drive International® Workstar trucks in Australia.
Carla Clark has been appointed corporate communications specialist at Nissan’s Melbourne-based national head office. Clark joins Nissan after having successfully fulfilled a specialist marketing communications role at the company’s Infiniti luxury car division.
Ford has rocked the auto industry here by announcing the closure of its two Victorian manufacturing plants. From 2016, Ford will become an importer only of vehicles into Australia.