Porsche Australia has dramatically reduced pricing across its sports car and SUV ranges by up to 13% as part of its strategy to double local sales over the next 7 years.The cuts range from $5500 to $36,300 and cover the 911, Boxster, Cayman and Cayenne.The price drops come ahead of the 2014 introduction of the new Macan medium SUV, which is expected to be a major part of Porsche's sales offensive.
The Australian Automobile Association (AAA) has launched a major advocacy and advertising campaign to highlight the need for stronger investment in roads and to seek a better deal for motorists.The Demand Better Roads campaign identifies priority road and other transport infrastructure projects – totalling $100 billion over ten years –to ease congestion in urban areas and to improve the safety and quality of national highways."Combined, Australia's motoring clubs represent more than 7 million members.
Volkswagen's Golf 7 is lighter and up to 16% more fuel efficient then its predecessor.It has a 5 star ANCAP rating, and since its launch in November last year, has taken out 17 awards - including the prestigious World Car of the Year 2013.
Carsguide.com.au's board of directors today announced the appointment of Lauren McLaughlin as interim CEO of the automotive sales platform, effective immediately. Former CEO, Michael Schreck, announced his resignation on Friday last week. Story HERE.
Nissan is offering customers more for less with the all-new Pulsar sedan available from $19,990 drive away until 30 April 2013.Since its long-awaited return to the Australian market in February, the Pulsar sedan has already been a popular choice for new car buyers, rating as the second best-selling small sedan for the past 2 months.In March 2013, the Pulsar sedan was the fifth best seller overall in the competitive small passenger car segment – this result coming before the hatch variant, including the turbocharged SSS variant, goes on sale within the next few weeks.
The Victorian Automobile Chamber of Commerce (VACC) is urging the Victorian government to provide assistance with future motor shows.
Australia’s oldest motoring mag, Wheels, has celebrated its 60th anniversary by naming the best Australian cars of all time – with Holden’s VE Commodore topping the charts.Cited by Wheels editor Stephen Corby as “a step ahead, in terms of quality and design”, the VE Commodore was the only car in the final shortlist to get unanimous approval from the Wheels judging panel.“It was always going to be a strong contender,” says Corby, “but in the end it was the only car that every judge voted for.
The CEO of Carsguide.com.au, Michael Schreck, has announced his resignation from the automotive sales company.
Deloitte Motor Industry Services has released its annual industry report - noting that in 2012, not only were sales up, but returns for dealers were too.Released this week, the report notes the record breaking year was achieved against a backdrop of favourable economic conditions, as Australia benefited from strong ties to emerging economies, low interest rates and a strong Australian dollar.
A trio of desirable HDT and HSV Commodores are going under the hammer at Shannons upcoming Melbourne Autumn Classic Auction.