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AADA
Nominations for Australia’s best-looking dealership closing soon
The Australian Automotive Dealers Association (AADA) is seeking nominations from the general public as well as dealers for Australia’s best-looking dealership. Entries will close on April 30, 2023. “If you haven't already entered your favourite dealership, now is the time to do it.
Industry reacts positively to federal EV strategy
The Federal Government’s National Electric Vehicle Strategy release has generally brought a positive reaction from the automotive industry.
The Road Ahead: 2023 AADA convention and expo
The Australian Automotive Dealers Association has confirmed the program for its 2023 convention and expo, the theme of which is ‘Retail Auto – The Road Ahead.’ The event will take place at the International Convention Centre (ICC) on June 14-15.
AADA announces Pohanka as convention keynote speaker
North American Dealers Association (NADA) chairperson Geoffrey Pohanka has been confirmed as the keynote speaker for the 2023 Australian Automotive Dealers Association (AADA) convention and expo on June 14 and 15.
Mercedes says it won’t deal with agency council
Mercedes-Benz Australia agents have hit a brick wall in their bid to the head office in Mulgrave, Victoria, asking it to engage with the national dealer council (NDC) or agents council (DAC) in order to address unresolved agency transition issues, according to a report by Go Auto News. The Mercedes-Benz agents via their NDC/DAC said the council was concerned that Mercedes-Benz Australia was not responding to its correspondence outlining ongoing concerns arising from the transition to the agency sales model by the German car importer, adds Go Auto News.
Australian franchise dealers welcome federal electric car discount
The professional body representing franchised new car dealers has welcomed the passing of the Treasury Laws Amendment (Electric Car Discount) Bill through the Senate.
Dealers welcome establishment of Net Zero Unit
The Australian Automotive Dealer Association (AADA) says the establishment of the new Net Zero Unit in the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communication, and the Arts is welcome news.
AADA: Grey import EVs are not the answer
The Australian Automotive Dealer Association (AADA) says it is disappointed that the issue of grey import used vehicles is once again on the Federal Government’s agenda.
Dealers welcome consultation on national electric vehicle strategy
The Australian Automotive Dealers Association has welcomed the announcement by the Federal Government that it will consult on the establishment of a national electric vehicle strategy.
