The Productivity Commission’s interim report on Australia’s net zero transformation has prompted strong responses from automotive industry bodies, who warn that phasing out electric vehicle (EV) purchase incentives could stall the country’s progress on transport decarbonisation.
Isuzu Trucks is tracking the increasing trend towards factory-backed servicing for transport fleets as it unfolds across its dealer network. A broader range of Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) are successfully shifting from a product-first approach to an outcomes-focused ‘product and service’ combination.
Honda Australia has outlined its strategic direction and continued commitment to the local new vehicle market. Key announcements were new product launches slated for 2026, including the return of the Honda Prelude and the brand’s first-ever Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV). The update provided an in-depth look at the plans for Honda to drive the future of mobility in Australia.
MotorCycle Holdings Limited (MCH) has confirmed the successful acquisition of eight dealerships across the Peter Stevens and Harley-Heaven networks. It has acquired the operation of Harley-Heaven in Adelaide, Perth, Penrith, and Sydney.
Foton Australia is teaming up with adventure television program, Search4Hurt, to drive the new Tunland Ute into some of the most remote and challenging parts of the country.
Australian motorists face another blow to their hip pocket when the Federal Government raised fuel excise in line with CPI on August 4 2025, marking the second increase this year in what has become a predictable six-monthly tax grab according to the Victorian Automotive Chamber of Commerce (VACC).
Honda Australia has announced the revival of the Prelude nameplate, with the new model scheduled to launch in the Australian market in mid-2026. The sixth-generation Prelude will return as a hybrid car, marking its first appearance in 24 years.
GWM Australia and New Zealand has announced a major milestone in its localisation strategy by securing the permanent residency of the Lang Lang Proving Ground (LLPG) in Victoria.
Motorsport Safety and Rescue (MSR) is vacating its current Sydney site in Marrickville, for much larger premises at 31 Heathcote Road, Moorebank, which will be fully operational from August 4, 2025.
The Australian Automotive Dealer Association (AADA) and AutoGrab have released the Mid-2025 Automotive Insights Report (AIR), providing insightful data about the Australian used car market in the first half of the year.
