Slow Start for 2014
Australians bought 82,285 vehicles in January 2014, 3.7 per cent less than in January 2013.
The Mazda3 was the top selling car, with 4,561 vehicles sold. This was a significant 36 per cent increase on January 2013 sales.
Media Releases
Productivity Commission Position Paper Undermines Auto Manufacturing
The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries is disappointed with today’s Productivity Commission position paper into Australia’s Automotive Manufacturing Industry.
2013 Motorcycle sales
Australians bought 113,289 new motorcycles, ATVs and scooters in 2013. Road motorcycles were the most popular choice, with almost 39 per cent of buyers taking a road bike home.
Toyota Corolla, Australia’s Top Selling Car in Record 2013 Market
Australians bought a record 1,136,227 cars in 2013. The most popular choice was the Toyota Corolla, with 43,498 sales (3.8 per cent of the market). The Corolla was followed by the Mazda3 (42,082), Toyota HiLux (39,931) Hyundai i30 (30,582) and Holden Commodore (27,766).
Keeping Children SAfe on ATVs This Holiday Season
Known safety practices, training and supervision help keep children safe when using ATVs (all-terrain vehicles).
Summer holidays are a great time for children to be active and enjoy the outdoors. In regional and rural areas, this can mean riding an age appropriate ATV.
Media Statement From FCAI Chief Executive Tony Weber
The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries is saddened by news today that Holden will cease manufacturing in Australia from the end of 2017.Our thoughts are with the workers and their families at this difficult time.
Small Cars a Popular Choice in November
The Toyota Corolla was Australia's top selling car last month, with 3,894 sold. The Mazda3 came in second (3,666), followed by the Toyota Hilux (3,368), Hyundai i30 (3,157) and Holden Commodore (3,097).
Australia’s Premier Motorcycle Industry Event Opens Tomorrow
The latest and greatest new bikes, pristine classics and eye-catching riding displays will be in Darling Harbour from tomorrow until Sunday, as part of the 2013 Sydney Motorcycle & Scooter Show.
Car sales Down in October
Car sales were down in all states and territories except Tasmania last month, with national sales down 3.1 per cent.
Releasing the October 2013 VFACTS report Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries Chief Executive Tony Weber said the figures show private sales have increased 4.
Government’s Fbt Announcement
The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries welcomes the confirmation by Treasurer Joe Hockey and Assistant Treasurer Arthur Sinodinos that the Federal Government will not proceed with the previous Government’s FBT change, announced in July.
The Real Value of Our Automotive Manufacturing Industry
The Australian economy would be $21.5 billion smaller if automotive manufacturing leaves the country in 2018. Melbourne and Adelaide will be heavily impacted with significant job losses and a long-term fall in gross regional product (GRP).
NSW Motor Dealers and Repairers Bill Creates National Inconsistency
Motor vehicle distributors in New South Wales will be hit with confusing and nationally inconsistent regulations if the NSW Government’s Motor Dealers and Repairers Bill 2013 passes through Parliament in its current form.
Motorcycle sales on the Rise in 2013
Motorcycle, all-terrain vehicle (ATV) and scooter sales have risen almost one per cent this year, with almost 80,000 sold in Australia between January and September.
The 79,949 sales are 0.8 per cent higher than in the same period last year.
Car sales Down 2.1 % in September
Toyota was the top selling brand in the September market with 17,492 vehicles sold. Toyota also had the top two selling cars for the month—the Toyota Corolla with 3,443 and the Toyota Hilux with 3,341.
Fbt Change Slows Car sales
The automotive industry took a hit in August with sales down 0.2 per cent compared to August last year. Only 93,336 vehicles were sold.
Prior to the Government's 16 July FBT change, vehicle sales had increased, on average, by around 4.8 per cent each month, compared to the same periods from 2012.
July sales Up From 2012, but Lower Than Expected
Sales of passenger cars, SUVs and commercial vehicles were strong in July 2013, totalling 90,235, yet lower than expected.
New Car sales Expected to Drop 10 Per Cent, With Local Manufacturers Hit the Hardest
New car sales in Australia are expected to drop by 10 per cent or more annually, if the Rudd Government continues with its commitment to eliminate the FBT statutory formula method for salary-sacrificed and employer-provided cars.
FCAI Welcomes Coalition Announcement on Fbt Changes
The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) welcomes the Coalition's announcement today that it will oppose the Rudd Government's proposal to eliminate the FBT statutory formula method for salary-sacrificed and employer-provided cars, and it will not introduce this measure if it wins...
FCAI Calls for Government to Reconsider Vehicle Fbt Change
The Australian Government’s decision to remove the statutory formula method for salary-sacrificed and employer-provided cars has dire consequences for Australia’s vehicle industry, both locally-made and imported.
Automotive manufacturing is a scale industry, which requires long-term planning.
Motorcycle sales in Australia Increase 8 July 2013
More than 53,000 motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and scooters were sold in Australia in the first half of this year, with Honda leading sales of road motorcycles and ATVs. Yamaha led sales of off-road motorcycles and Piaggio led scooter sales.
Toyota Hilux Tops sales for June 2013
The Toyota Hilux has again topped the list for sales in Australian with 4931 sold in June 2013. These sales reflect the strength of the light commercial market.
ATV safety
The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) encourages all-terrain vehicle (ATV) users to follow known safety practices including the use of a helmet, not riding an adult-sized ATV if they are under 16, not carrying more than the approved number of passengers, not using the ATV on terrain...
Toyota Takes Top Spot for May 2013
Toyota was the top selling marque for May 2013 and also had the top two selling models with the Hilux and Corolla.
Last month’s sales of 96,788 units represent a steady market compared to May 2012 with only a 0.
New Vehicle sales Up 7.6% in April 2013
Last month’s sales of new motor vehicles indicates continued strong demand, with April 2013 sales figures of 85,117 units up 7.6% on the April 2012 data according to official VFACTS data released today by the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI).