October sales up 3.8% as battery EVs take 23.1% of the market
Australian new vehicle sales rose 3.8% in October to 103,325, with battery EVs on 23.1% and the HiLux back on top.
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carsales plans new car ordering channel for brands and dealers
carsales is working towards letting new car buyers place an order on its site, and has launched Iggy, an AI platform for advertisers.
Toyota targets record fourth quarter as supply improves
Toyota is targeting record fourth-quarter sales in Australia after increased vehicle supply helped it retain the market lead in September. The brand recorded 17,682 new vehicle sales during the month, giving it a 17.2% market share.
Geely reaches 100 Australian dealerships with Mandurah opening
Geely Auto Australia has opened its 100th dealership in Mandurah, Western Australia, just over 18 months after launching locally. The milestone comes as the brand expands access to sales and servicing across regional and rural Australia. Geely launched in March 2025 with 22 dealerships.
September sales up 0.9% as Chinese brands take half the top 10
Australian new vehicle sales rose 0.9% in September to 102,924 units, with Chinese brands taking half the top 10 and every one of them growing.
First Nismo Performance Centre outside Japan opens in Melbourne
Nismo has opened its first Performance Centre outside Japan at Ferntree Gully Nissan in Melbourne. The facility gives Australian customers access to authentic Nismo performance and heritage parts, specialist technical expertise and advanced vehicle restoration programmes.
Continental sells mycar to Tuhu in $403m deal
Continental has agreed to sell Australian automotive service and repair chain mycar Tyre & Auto to Chinese automotive services platform Tuhu. The transaction values mycar at $403 million and includes its network of about 280 stores and more than 1600 employees. Completion remains subject to regulatory approvals.
Bentley unveils new showroom format for its 220-plus retailers
Bentley has unveiled a new global retail format for its 220-plus retailers, debuting at Jack Barclay in London, with no Australian timetable given.
IVECO technician tournament expands across the Tasman
IVECO has expanded its Master Technician Tournament to include New Zealand participants for the first time.
Mercedes-Benz opens first Australian Studio in Sydney
Mercedes-Benz has opened its first Australian inner-city Studio at 39 Martin Place in Sydney. The public venue will host changing vehicle displays, product launches, events and collaborations involving art, design, fashion, sport, technology and culture.
