Motorcycle market steady in first half of 2025
Motorcycle and Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) sales remained steady in the first half of 2025, according to data released on July 8, 2025 by the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI).
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Record first half year for BMW and Mini brands
BMW Group Australia has reported a strong first half of 2025, delivering solid growth across its BMW and Mini brands by offering a range of combustion engines, plug-in hybrid and fully electric products to Australian customers. In the first six months of 2025, BMW Group sales for both BMW and MINI totalled 16,555 vehicles, an increase of 8.8% compared to the same period in 2024. During this time, 13,712 BMW vehicles were delivered to customers, outselling its competitors in every premium segment in which it competes, underscoring itsleadership in the Australian premium market. “As we celebrate our first half achievements, it’s important to acknowledge the success factors that propel our business: our brand, our product, and our people,” BMW Group Australia chief executive Wolfgang Buechel says “It is our dedicated people, along with our 49 dealer partners who connect with our valued customers every day, who bring our promise to life. “As a passionate advocate for our dealer network, I am grateful for the strengthened relationships and the commitment our partners have shown in investing significantly in our RetailNext corporate identity.
Utes dominate as new car market holds strong
New vehicle sales across Australia totalled 122,509 units in June 2025, marking a 2.4% increase over the same month in 2024. According to the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI), this brings the year-to-date total to 608,811 new vehicles, demonstrating the strength and resilience of the automotive sector in spite of ongoing economic pressures.
RedBook launches VIN-level factory options identification tool
RedBook Australia has launched a new VIN-specific vehicle lookup tool that enables users to identify factory-fitted options for individual vehicles using authorised manufacturer data.Developed in partnership with S&P Global Mobility and supported by the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI), the new tool draws on data provided by original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to improve transparency around vehicle specifications, particularly in the used vehicle market.RedBook General Manager Adrian Givoye said the new tool gives industry stakeholders—including dealers, insurers, and financiers—access to reliable information about how a vehicle was originally built.“This new solution helps deliver clarity and confidence by more accurately reflecting factory specifications,” Givoye said.
MTAA critical of draft insurance and repair code
The Motor Trades Association of Australia (MTAA) has concluded its consultation process on proposed changes to the MVIRI Code of Conduct.
Treasury review of Right to Repair law
The Australian Automotive Aftermarket Association (AAAA) has welcomed a formal review by Treasury into the Motor Vehicle Service and Repair Information Sharing Scheme (MVIS), which took effect in July 2022.
EV interest rebounds in Australia but brand dynamics are shifting
Electric vehicle (EV) interest in Australia has increased for the first time in more than three years, according to the latest carsales EV Consumer Survey.
IUA launches new finance and insurance solutions
Isuzu Ute Australia (IUA) has unveiled Isuzu Ute Finance and Isuzu Ute Insurance—two new services designed to make vehicle ownership simpler, affordable, and flexible for customers.
FCAI: Government not making EV transition viable
The debit and credit regime of the New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES) begins July 1, marking one of the biggest changes to the Australian motoring landscape in a century according to the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI).
Buyers found for the majority of Peter Stevens Motorcycles business
The administrators of Peter Stevens Motorcycles, KordaMentha report that majority of the company’s retail network will be acquired by new owners after a brisk and competitive sale process.
