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Chinese brands claim a quarter of Aussie auto market, but accounting firm says boom won’t last

Chinese brands claim a quarter of Aussie auto market, but accounting firm says boom won’t last

Chinese brands now hold 24 per cent of Australia’s new-car market, but BDO warns the current dealer rush may not be sustainable.

Toyota maintains global number one spot in 2021

Derek Fung

Toyota maintains global number one spot in 2021

Another year, another victory for Toyota, with the Nagoya-based automaker claiming the global sales crown over rival Volkswagen.

4 Years Ago

VFACTS: Australia's 2021 new car sales detailed in full

Mike Costello

VFACTS: Australia's 2021 new car sales detailed in full

A smidgen under 1.05 million new cars were counted as sold during a turbulent 2021, up 14.5 per cent. But supply issues are still a factor.

4 Years Ago

Derek Fung

Mercedes-Benz convinces European dealers to adopt agency model

European dealers have reached an agreement with Mercedes-Benz to switch from a franchise arrangement to agency sales.

4 Years Ago

Hyundai names new R&D chief to replace Albert Biermann

Derek Fung

Hyundai names new R&D chief to replace Albert Biermann

Albert Biermann, the man who created the Hyundai N sub-brand, is retiring from his role as the firm's R&D chief.

4 Years Ago

VFACTS: November car sales tumble, stock shortages sink in

Mike Costello

VFACTS: November car sales tumble, stock shortages sink in

Toyota and Mazda tumble as chip shortage bites, brand China storms up the charts, business fleets right down, Honda falls again, and more.

4 Years Ago

Toyota: November sales dive as supply struggles bite

Scott Collie

Toyota: November sales dive as supply struggles bite

Toyota Australia sales dipped significantly in November, as production shutdowns through September and October took their toll.

4 Years Ago

Nissan Australia rules out agency model, accepts need to evolve

Mike Costello

Nissan Australia rules out agency model, accepts need to evolve

Nissan Australia is happy to keep working with franchise partners, but says it's always looking at new ways to deal with customers.

4 Years Ago

Mercedes-Benz versus dealers: Agency battle Federal Court date secured

Mike Costello

Mercedes-Benz versus dealers: Agency battle Federal Court date secured

Dealer body accuses Mercedes-Benz of dragging its feet, a charge the car company denies. It claims both parties agree on wanting a Federal Court hearing ASAP.

4 Years Ago

Australia's car brands lobby for vehicle emissions standard

Mike Costello

Australia's car brands lobby for vehicle emissions standard

Carmakers say they'd stand a better chance of suppling Australians with more choice if their parent companies observed clear, enforced CO2 targets.

4 Years Ago

Micro cars showing big growth

Mike Costello

Micro cars showing big growth

The market's smallest cars are netting some big sales growth, as fuel prices spike and used vehicle prices reach the sky.

4 Years Ago

VFACTS: Stock shortages, worst October in 20 years

Mike Costello

VFACTS: Stock shortages, worst October in 20 years

Chip crunch sees sales tumble in October, Toyota king but Ranger closes on HiLux, Chinese brands boom, Honda goes backwards again.

4 Years Ago

South Australia passes electric car rebates – and road user tax

Mike Costello

South Australia passes electric car rebates – and road user tax

Another State will pay a rebate to electric car buyers, but will also levy a controversial road user charge from 2027.

4 Years Ago

Stock shortages: Production cuts all over as chip crunch hits

Mike Costello

Stock shortages: Production cuts all over as chip crunch hits

Major manufacturers have reported reduced production and delivery numbers, and the spectre of a stock squeeze remains present.

4 Years Ago

Australia's Tritium wins global EV charging award

Mike Costello

Australia's Tritium wins global EV charging award

20-year old Brisbane DC charging leader Tritium has expanded all over the world and is heading for a NASDAQ float.

4 Years Ago

How the car market has changed 2011-2021

Mike Costello

How the car market has changed 2011-2021

A decade ago the Holden Commodore was king and no SUV was a top 15-seller. Let's take a quick look at some major areas of change.

4 Years Ago

Mercedes sticks to its guns, dealers seek compensation over agency switch

Mike Costello

Mercedes sticks to its guns, dealers seek compensation over agency switch

German luxury car giant committed to new business model in Australia that it says benefits consumers. Its dealers have signed up but are demanding damages in court. Deep dive here.

4 Years Ago