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Car share Evee launches insurance policy for EVs

Electric vehicle car-sharing platform Evee has launched its new insurance policy for EVs. Its insurance policy covers EVs for car-sharing use, meaning Evee insurance policyholders can earn a second income when their EVs are not in use and have them protected.

Annexed code is watered-down code: law firm

Legal consultancy firm Macpherson Kelley says the automotive code of conduct needs to remain standalone in order to adequately protect franchised dealers Speaking on Tuesday at the Australian Automotive Dealer Association's dealer conference in Melbourne, MK national director James Sturgess says it's imperative the automotive code does not become annexed under the overarching franchise code.

Global fleet provider ORIX expands to SA

ORIX Australia Corporation Limited, a global fleet services provider, has expanded in South Australia. ORIX identified a need among South Australian businesses for a more flexible tool for trade vehicle solution, appointing fleet expert Alex Alvarez as the business development manager.

ANZ’s Kiwi car finance operation in fees debate

ANZ’s New Zealand-based vehicle finance unit UDC is considering a notice of cilvil proceedings from NZ’s Commerce Commission in relation to potential issues default fees, and will assess its options. Last week, the Commerce Commission filed civil proceedings in court against the financier.

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Luck favours the prepared. Which is why the Australian Automotive Dealer Association wants to see all dealer principals, sales managers and directors of franchised new car retailers at the 2019 Dealer Convention in Melbourne this month. We've got a preview of that.