FCAI: Supply chain constrains new vehicle sales in June 2022
In spite of ongoing supply chain constraints, the Toyota Hilux was Australia’s best-selling new vehicle in June 2022 with 7582 units retailed by dealers.
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Hybrid or EV powertrain for all-new Kia Niro
The all-new front-wheel-drive Kia Niro has arrived in dealerships offering buyers the option of a hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) powertrain or a full battery electric vehicle (BEV) powertrain.
Preparing the automotive service and repair sector for an electric future
An independent provider of automotive training and apprenticeships in Queensland, the MTA Institute is now preparing its trainees to work on hybrid and fully electric vehicles.
THL proposes asset divestment in Apollo merger
Tourism Holdings Ltd (THL) is offering to divest a significant amount of Trans-Tasman assets to Next Capital’s Jucy Rentals, in its bid to satisfy regulators in New Zealand and Australia for its proposed merger with Apollo Tourism and Leisure Ltd (ATL).
Franchised new car dealers welcome competition
Australia’s franchised new car dealers are welcoming the competition for service and repair that will arise from the Motor Vehicle Information Scheme (MVIS) coming into effect from July 1 says the Australian Automotive Dealers Association (AADA).
Auction prices soar for near new vehicles
The constrained supply chain for new vehicles in Australia is pushing up auction prices for late model vehicles with delivery mileage as canny owners cash in on demand exceeding supply.
Right to repair law comes into force July 1
Consumers are set to benefit from a new law that will increase choice in the vehicle repair market and drive down the cost of vehicle ownership says the Australian Automobile Association.
Eagers Automotive confirmed as BYD electric car retailer
BYD Australia's electric car distributor EVDirect.com has confirmed that Eagers Automotive is becoming a retail partner for the brand.
Polestar 5 GT prototype reveals new powertrain at Goodwood
A development prototype of the electric high-performance 4-door Polestar 5 GT was revealed to the public for the first time at the 2022 Goodwood Festival of Speed (23-26 June).
Nissan celebrates 10 years of Leaf sales in Australia
Nissan Australia is celebrating the tenth anniversary of the all-electric Leaf hatchback which officially began sales here in June 2012. More than 2000 examples of the electric hatchback have sold across Australia — contributing to the more than 600,000 sales worldwide — since its launch here 10 years ago.
