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FCAI President to Address the National Press Club of Australia

11th November 2011

On Wednesday 7 December, Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries President Mike Devereux will address the National Press Club of Australia in Canberra.

Motor Vehicle sales Grow in October

4th November 2011

Strong motor vehicle sales results in the final months of 2011 have put the industry firmly on track to reach one million sales this year, according to Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) chief executive Ian Chalmers.

Motorcycle Industry Reports Strong Growth in Third Quarter of 2011

13th October 2011

Motorcycle sales in Australia continued to grow significantly in the third quarter of 2011, according to figures released today by the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI).

Motor Vehicle sales Grow in September

7th October 2011

Sales of new motor vehicles in Australia grew strongly in September, according to figures released today by the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI).
Official VFACTS data shows 86,819 new vehicles were sold in the month of September, an increase of 2.

FCAI Appoints Chief Executive

11th September 2011

Ian Chalmers has been appointed chief executive of peak industry body the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries.
Mr Chalmers’ appointment follows the resignation of former FCAI chief executive Andrew McKellar in July this year.
He will commence official duties as of Monday 19 September 2011.

New Motor Vehicle sales Rise Significantly in August

5th September 2011

New motor vehicle sales rose significantly in August 2011 compared with the same month last year, according to official figures released today by the FCAI.
88,082 new vehicles were sold during August, representing an increase of 7.3% (or 5,960 vehicles) over August 2010.

Motor Vehicle sales Fall Again in July

3rd August 2011

Consumer uncertainty and continuing supply constraints resulting from the Japanese natural disaster have led to soft vehicle sales in July, according to figures released today by the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI).
Official VFACTS data shows 80,991 new vehicles were sold in July, 1

FCAI Appoints Acting Chief Executive

18th July 2011

Stephen (Steve) Payne has been appointed acting chief executive of peak industry body the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries.
Former CEO Andrew McKellar has resigned to join the Australian Automobile Association.
Mr Payne has strong automotive experience.

Motorcycle Industry Reports Strong Growth in First Half of 2011

14th July 2011

Motorcycle sales in Australia increased in the first half of 2011, according to figures releases today by the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI).

Carbon Tax Impact on Car Industry Competitiveness

12th July 2011

The peak body representing the Australian automotive industry, the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI), has warned that the proposed carbon price will add to industry costs and undermine competitiveness.

Motor Vehicle sales Fall in June

5th July 2011

Supply constraints held June motor vehicle sales down to their lowest level in eight years, according to figures released today by the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI).
Official VFACTS data reveals that 96,157 new vehicles were sold in June, 11.

Industry Supports Euro 5 Emissions Standards

14th June 2011

The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI), the peak body representing the Australian automotive industry has endorsed the phased introduction of Euro 5 vehicle emission standards, commencing from November 2013, as announced by the Australian Government today.

May Car sales Affected by Tsunami Impact

3rd June 2011

Weaker new vehicle sales in May have been compounded by the impact of the Japanese tsunami on the availability of some models and components.

Fbt on Motor Vehicles

12th May 2011

The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI), the peak body representing the Australian automotive industry, accepts the Government’s move to introduce a flat rate for FBT on motor vehicles.

Potential Impact of a Carbon Price on the Australian Automotive Industry

12th May 2011

The Multi-Party Climate Change Committee (MPCCC) established by the Federal Government has announced a proposed carbon price mechanism that could see a fixed carbon price introduced as early as 1 July 2012, with the price increasing annually at a pre-determined rate.

New Vehicle sales Seasonally Down in April 2011

9th May 2011

The April holiday season of Easter and Anzac Day has contributed to a slowdown in new motor vehicle sales for the month.
Official VFACTS data released by the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) today showed that 74,214 new vehicles were sold in April, down 8.

ATVs and Scooters Lead Motorcycle sales Figures

8th April 2011

Official figures released by the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) provide some cause for optimism that motorcycle sales are at a turning point.

Vehicle sales Softer in March

5th April 2011

Official VFACTS data released by the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) shows that 93,984 new vehicles were sold in March 2011, down by just under 1 per cent compared with the same period twelve months ago.

Private Buyers Lead the Charge in New Vehicle sales

3rd March 2011

Official VFACTS data released by the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) shows that 80,896 passenger cars, SUVs and commercial vehicles were sold in February (down 1.6 per cent or 1,323 vehicles compared to the same month in 2010).

Significant Improvement in Vehicle Fuel Efficiency

1st March 2011

Significant improvements in vehicle technology have resulted in new cars in the Australian market recording their lowest ever carbon dioxide emissions.
The National Average Carbon Emission (NACE) figure for 2010 is 212.6 grams of CO2 per kilometre - down 2.

Small Car Provides Large Boost to Vehicle Manufacturing

28th February 2011

The peak body representing the Australian automotive industry, the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI), is encouraged by today's announcement of new investment in local vehicle manufacturing.

Car Industry Reassured by Government Guarantee

10th February 2011

The peak body representing the Australian automotive industry, the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI), has been reassured by the guarantee from the Australian Government that it will not seek further reductions in support to the industry.

Opposition Cuts Would Severely Damage Car Industry

8th February 2011

The peak body representing the Australian automotive industry, the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) has criticised an Opposition plan to cut vital funding from the automotive industry.

Robust Start to New Vehicle sales in 2011

3rd February 2011

The new vehicle market has started the year with a solid result albeit down slightly on last year due to a significant decrease in sales in Queensland.

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