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Cox Automotive

Manheim acquires digital solution provider

Manheim, a division of Cox Automotive, has offically purchased Brisbane-based Dealer Solutions. The combination of Manheim and Dealer Solutions will create a broader suite of open solutions for dealers, manufacturers, fleet managers, vehicle sellers and the overall automotive industry.

SA truck parts manufacturer shuts up shop

An 80-year-old South Australian family truck parts manufacturing business will close its doors later this month, costing 54 jobs. Family owned business Industrial Engineers and Spring Makers will cease operations on March 24, with all 54 employees — the majority of whom are older than 50 — to be made redundant.

NSW dealer reforms welcomed by MTA

The Motor Traders’ Association of NSW has backed the new reforms announced by NSW Fair Trading minister, Matthew Mason-Cox. Mason-Cox says odometer readings are one of the major factors consumers look at when buying a used car.

Next generation auto designers recognised

Australia's next generation of automotive designers has been honoured by the Victorian Automobile Chamber of Commerce (VACC), with seven secondary and tertiary students named as VACC Target 2030 Automotive Design Award winners.