Frankston Kia crowned national dealer of the year
Frankston Kia has claimed the National Dealer of the Year award at Kia Australia's annual dealer recognition ceremony, held in Sydney on May 15.
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Toyota hits sales records, profits hit by Iran war and tariffs
Toyota Motor Corporation achieved record annual sales of 50.68 trillion yen (AUD$544 billion) for the year ending March, making it the first Japanese company to exceed this milestone, despite net profit falling 19.2% due to geopolitical pressures.
GWM chairman confirms diesel hybrid system for Australian market
GWM Chairman Jack Wei has confirmed the Chinese automaker will introduce a diesel hybrid powertrain to global markets including Australia, with company testing showing fuel savings of up to 30% and claimed compliance with Europe's incoming Euro 7 emissions standards.
Listed dealer groups post revenue growth amid margin squeeze
Australia's three listed automotive dealer groups achieved strong revenue growth in 2025 but faced continued margin compression as competitive pressures and rising costs squeezed profitability, according to Pitcher Partners' latest industry analysis.
Used EV sales surge as fuel costs climb
Australia's used electric vehicle (EV) market experienced a dramatic surge in March 2026, with sales more than doubling as escalating Middle East tensions drove fuel prices higher and pushed consumers toward lower-cost transport alternatives.
Motorcycle sales rise 7.4% in first quarter
Motorcycle sales rose 7.4% in the first quarter of 2026, driven by strong off-road and scooter segment performance, according to data released by the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI). From January to March 2026, 20,624 motorcycles, off-highway vehicles and scooters were sold, compared to the same period in 2025.
Chinese Jaecoo J7 tops UK sales charts
The Chery-owned Jaecoo brand has achieved a historic milestone in the United Kingdom, with the J7 SUV overtaking the Ford Puma to become Britain's best-selling new car in March 2026. The J7 recorded 10,064 registrations for the month, finishing 871 units ahead of the second-placed Ford Puma on 9193.
Suzuki e VITARA earns four stars in ANCAP safety tests
ANCAP has released safety ratings for five vehicle models, with the all-electric Suzuki e VITARA achieving a four-star rating while the newly introduced Audi Q3 secured five stars under the organisation's 2023–2025 criteria.
Tesla Q1 sales rise but miss estimates
Electric vehicle (EV) maker Tesla reported first-quarter deliveries of 358,023 vehicles, representing a 6.3% increase from the same period last year, but the figure fell short of analyst expectations. The result missed consensus estimates of 365,645 deliveries, according to figures published on Tesla's website.
BMW iX3 claims double win at World Car Awards
The BMW iX3 has been named both the 2026 World Car of the Year and 2026 World Electric Vehicle at the World Car Finals powered by Brembo, announced at the New York International Auto Show.
