VFACTS October 2023: Another month, another Australian new car sales recordMike Costello The market's momentum continues, with five of the past six months setting records as supply pipelines normalise. But what comes for 2024?4 weeks ago
VFACTS September 2023: Australian new car sales records tumble againMike Costello Another bumper month sees the market on record pace, but chalk much of this up to the easing of backorders thanks to better supply.1 month ago
Old dog, new tricks? Nissan Patrol sets sales recordJack Quick Over 1000 examples of the Nissan Patrol were sold in Australia last month, setting yet another record. A new-gen version is on the horizon.2 months ago
VFACTS August 2023: Another Aussie sales record as supply reboundsMike Costello Another monthly record for the resurgent Australian market, but how much is due to backorders and how much to new demand? 2 months ago
Mazda CX-60 puts German rivals in the shade for JulyJames Wong Mazda's new premium SUV has started off strong in Australia with over 600 units delivered in July, placing it third in class.3 months ago
Low-profile Korean brand growing at light speedMike Costello The new vehicle market is populated with new nameplates like MG, BYD, GWM, Chery and Cupra. But don't forget about SsangYong!3 months ago
VFACTS July 2023: Record sales as supply returns to normalMike Costello Australia is having its best new vehicle sales year since 2018, with backorders finally being cleared. But economic challenges lay ahead. 3 months ago
Australia's 2023 electric car sales by make, model and regionMike Costello EV market share is up from 1.8 per cent to 7.4 per cent in 12 months, as Tesla dominates. Which states and other brands stand out? 4 months ago
Australian new car sales: Winners and losers so far in 2023Mike Costello The car market records the best first half of a calendar year since 2018, including record EV share and some new names atop the sales charts. 4 months ago
VFACTS June 2023: Massive sales spikeMike Costello Nearly 125,000 new cars were sold in June 2023, up 25 per cent. Many brands say it could have been an even bigger month, but for one thing... 4 months ago
Australia's three best-selling cars look different in 2023Mike Costello We're used to HiLux and Ranger topping the charts, but for the first time at this point in a year another ute joins them on the podium. 5 months ago
Sales of Japanese cars in Australia hit a low pointMike Costello Japan is still Australia's biggest source of cars, but the growth of China and production hiccups are changing the dynamic in 2023.5 months ago
