Home appliance manufacturer Dreame Technology is planning to enter the Australian and New Zealand new vehicle market with a range of mainstream electric vehicles by early 2027, the company has confirmed to AutoTalk.
Chery has recognised the top performers in its Australian dealer network, announcing the winners of its inaugural Dealer of the Year Awards at a gala event in Sydney.
Australian car buyers are spending months researching vehicles before making a purchase, with nearly two-thirds backtracking during their journey as artificial intelligence becomes part of the decision-making process.
Used car demand in Australia remained steady in February despite ongoing supply constraints, according to the latest Automotive Insights Report from the Australian Automotive Dealer Association (AADA) and AutoGrab.
Two of Australia’s key automotive industry organisations have signed a Memorandum of Understanding aimed at strengthening collaboration across the national sector.
China has become Australia's largest source of new vehicles for the first time in a single month, according to figures released by the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI). In February 2026, 22,362 vehicles sourced from China were sold, surpassing Japan (21,671), Thailand (19,493) and South Korea (11,913).
GWM is planning its most ambitious product expansion yet in Australia, confirming up to 10 new and refreshed models will launch throughout 2026 as the brand pushes toward its “Drive to Top 5” goal. The announcement follows a record 2025, during which GWM delivered close to 53,000 vehicles locally.
carsales has launched AI Voice Search, allowing car buyers to use natural language to find vehicles without navigating traditional search filters or requiring automotive terminology knowledge.
Sydney-based car buying platform Carconnect has entered voluntary administration, with RSM Australia Partners appointing Jonathon Colbran and Brett Lord as Joint and Several Voluntary Administrators on 26 February 2026.
Autosports Group is expanding into South Australia through the $50 million acquisition of Adelaide-based luxury dealer network Solitaire Automotive Group.
