The market recorded 97,037 new vehicle sales in November, down 2.1% on the same month last year, but plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) delivered a standout performance with sales surging 83.3%.
Car subscription provider Karmo has been approved as a pre-qualified supplier under the Queensland Government's Local Buy program, becoming the first company to offer fleet subscription services to councils, education institutions and state departments without requiring traditional tender processes.
Mitsubishi Motors Australia has expanded its ownership package to include 10 years of roadside assistance, creating what it claims is an Australian-market first for new-vehicle support.
Autosports Group is set to expand its Victorian footprint after agreeing to acquire ten Barry Bourke Motors dealerships, a network that generated $212.4 million in revenue in FY25.
CarExpert is set to expand internationally in a joint venture with New Zealand listings site Trade Me early next year.
The New South Wales Government has announced a $5.9 million investment to install 159 new electric vehicle chargers across 48 regional locations, targeting key tourism routes and community hubs.
Autosports Group has opened two new ZEEKR locations in Melbourne, with South Yarra and Doncaster showrooms now operational alongside the commencement of first Australian deliveries of the ZEEKR 7X electric SUV.
Fewer Australian car buyers have decided how they will pay for their next vehicle before starting their search, according to new research from carsales.
ANCAP has completed its first safety comparison of large pickup trucks, establishing a benchmark for crash avoidance technology in response to growing community concerns about the safety implications of increasingly popular heavy-duty vehicles.
Inchcape has announced a slate of senior appointments across Australia and New Zealand as it advances its growth strategy. David Colusso has been appointed managing director, distribution, Inchcape Australasia, effective November 1. He will lead OEM engagement and strategic partnerships across both markets.
