New Technology Helping Improve Road safety
Year-on-year improvements in vehicle technology are helping to improve the safety for Australians on national roads.
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FCAI Welcomes Government Consultation on 2030 Emissions Reductions Targets
New passenger cars, SUVs and light commercial vehicles contribute to only around 0.5 per cent of Australia’s total annual greenhouse gas emissions.
The Growth of Suvs Continues in Another Record Month
Australians continued their love affair with the versatile SUV last month, with 13.4 per cent more new SUVs driving out of dealerships than in July 2014. SUV sales accounted for over 35 per cent of the total new car market, which hit 92,308—the biggest July on record.
The 92,308 sales are 2.
The Real Risk of Fake Car Parts
Brake failure, cracked wheels, catastrophic engine damage and misfiring airbags – these are just some of the serious issues that can stem from the use of counterfeit parts in car and motorcycle repairs and services.
Driverless Vehicles Coming Soon to Adelaide
Driverless vehicles are no longer just a pipe dream, they’re developing at a rapid pace and could be on our roads sooner than you think.
In Adelaide, the South Australian Government is making plans to hold a conference to discuss driverless vehicle technology and regulation.
Half-Year 2015 Motorcycle sales
Australian farmers showed their love for ATVs in the first half of 2015, with 11,049 of the popular farm vehicles sold—11.3 per cent more than were sold in the first half of 2014.
While ATVs grew in popularity, other areas of the Australian motorcycle market appeared to have slowed.
New Car sales Up 6.4% in June and 3.3% Ytd
Australia’s 2015 new car market has topped half a million, with the 125,850 new cars sold in June 2015 bringing the 2015 year-to-date total to 578,427.
The 125,850 sales represents a 6.4 per cent increase on June 2014 sales figures; and the 578,427 YTD sales are 3.
Repair Concerns as Long Weekend Sees More Than 6000 Vehicles in Crashes
Australia’s automotive industry has alerted motorists about the potential for sub-standard repairs and the use of non-genuine parts after it was revealed more than 6000 vehicles were involved in accidents over the recent Queen’s Birthday long weekend.
Light Commercial Vehicles Dominate Top Five in May
Australians bought 93,327 new cars in May 2015—1.3 per cent less than in May 2014. Year-to-date, sales remain strong, with the 452,577 new car sales recorded for the January to May 2015 period representing a 2.5 per cent increase on figures recorded for the same year-to-date period in 2014.
Genuine Is Best
Australian motorists have a new resource at their fingertips with the website genuineisbest.com.au launching today. The website provides consumers with important information about keeping their vehicle safe through the use of genuine parts in collision and general repairs, and services.
Automotive Transformation Scheme
The FCAI welcomes the Australian Government’s announcement, through the 2015–16 Budget, that there is no policy change to the Automotive Transformation Scheme (ATS).
David Blackhall Awarded FCAI Life Membership
The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries has recognised the significant and invaluable contribution David Blackhall has made to the Australian automotive industry by awarding him Life Membership of the Chamber.
FCAI Participates in Post-2020 Greenhouse Gas Emissions Target Consultations
The Australian automotive industry is committed to making a strong contribution to national efforts designed to reduce the impact of climate change.
Over the past decade, CO2 emissions from new light vehicles have decreased by 22 per cent.
Australian Automotive Industry Looks to the Future at 2015 FCAI Agm
The Australian automotive industry discussed its exciting future on Tuesday, when the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries held its Annual General Meeting and Annual Dinner, in Melbourne.
New Car sales Up 3.5% Ytd
New car sales rose 1.2 per cent in April 2015, with Australians buying 81,656 new passenger cars, SUVs and commercial vehicles—946 more than in April 2014. Year-to-date, sales are up 3.5 per cent.
SUV sales rose 17 per cent, compared to April 2014, and light commercial sales rose 3.4 per cent.
FCAI Response to Afr Article on Car Prices
The Australian Financial Review’s simplistic analysis of car prices across countries, as published on 17 April 2015 (Cheaper cars under import plan, p3), is misleading as it does not compare like vehicles; rather, it disregards specification levels and features and compares...
Carbon Emissions From New Motor Vehicles Continue to Fall
Carbon emissions from new motor vehicles in Australia continue to decrease, with the national average for 2014 falling 2.4 per cent compared to 2013 figures.
The Government’s Misguided View on Car Imports Will Hurt Australian Consumers
The Australian Government’s complete disregard for the serious consequences that would flow from a plan to allow Australian consumers to personally import new motor vehicles is irresponsible and short-sighted.
Off-Road Motorcycles a Popular Choice in 2015
Australians showed their love for off-road motorcycling in the first quarter of 2015, with sales of off-road motorcycles up 2 per cent on first quarter 2015 figures.
New Car sales Up 8% in March 2015
Australia’s new car market was very strong in March 2015, with sales up 8 per cent on March 2014 figures. The total 105,054 sales is the largest March sales market ever recorded.
Staying SAfe on ATVs This Easter and School Holidays
As we approach the Easter break and with school holidays occurring or soon to commence around Australia, the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) is reminding Australians that known safety practices and training help keep all-terrain vehicle (ATV) users safe when using their vehicles.
FCAI Thanks Retiring President Bob Graziano
FCAI President and Chairman Bob Graziano has announced that he will retire as President and CEO, Ford Motor Company of Australia Limited, effective 1 April 2015.
Mr Graziano joined the FCAI Board in 2010, assuming the role of FCAI President in 2012.
FCAI Welcomes Government Announcement on Automotive Transformation Scheme
The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries welcomes Minister Macfarlane’s announcement of the Australian Government's commitment to maintain the Automotive Transformation Scheme (ATS) in its original form as legislated.
February New Car Market Highest on Record
Australia has had its highest ever February new car sales result with Australians purchasing 90,424 new passenger cars, SUVs and commercial vehicles in February 2015. Sales figures for last month were 4.2 per cent higher than February 2014 figures.