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BMW Group expands solar array

BMW Group Australia’s Melbourne headquarters’ solar panel array has expanded from 200 panels to 1109. The new 500kW array is capable of producing 600MWh annually, says the group, adding it can power 100% of on-site battery electric vehicle (BEV) charging.

Australia makes EV progress but long road ahead, says EVC

EVs now represent nearly one in 10 new light vehicle sales (9.5%), a 150% increase on 2022, says the Electric Vehicle Council's (EVC) State of EVs latest report. The report also forecasts new EV sales (BEV and PHEV) will reach at least 15-19% in 2026, based on current EV policy.

Used car supply frees up before Christmas

The November 2024 edition of the Automotive Insight Report (AIR) compiled by the Australian Automotive Dealers Association and AutoGrab indicates ongoing cooling demand for used cars in the Australian market. Sales declined 2.3% to 197,652 compared to last month.

Draft code industry consultation update

The insurance and collision repair industries will be consulted on a draft update to the Motor Vehicle Insurance and Repair Industry Code of Conduct (the Code), which is expected to be released in early 2025.

Toyota Australia creates Big Red Ute for The Wiggles

Toyota Australia has announced its latest partnership with children’s entertainment group The Wiggles. Toyota also presented The Wiggles with a brand-new, custom-made Big Red Ute stage car developed by the Product, Planning, and Development department.