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Solid Result for Motorcycle sales in 2009

11th January 2010

Official figures released by the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) show that 115,981 motorcycles, scooters and all-terrain vehicles were sold last year – a decrease of 13.6 per cent (18,298 units) over 2008.

New Vehicle Market Ends Strong Year With Record December

6th January 2010

The new vehicle market ended the year strongly to record annual sales that well exceeded industry forecasts with many of the additional sales attributed to the Federal Government's business tax break.

Supplier of the Year – Sumitomo Australia Group

4th December 2009

Sumitomo Australia Group has taken out the top honour at the Supplier of the Year awards organised by the peak body representing the Australian automotive industry, the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI).

Tax Break Spurs Exceptional New Car sales Result

3rd December 2009

Businesses taking advantage of government tax incentives to purchase light commercials and SUVs have helped the November new vehicle market rise by almost 20 per cent.

Auto Industry Welcomes Crackdown on Port Monopoly

3rd December 2009

The peak body representing the Australian automotive industry, the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI), has welcomed an Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) decision to impose tough new conditions on port facilities operator, Australian Amalgamated Terminals (AAT).

Vehicle Emissions Continue to Improve

23rd November 2009

The peak body representing the Australian automotive industry, the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI), has welcomed a report from the National Transport Commission (NTC) that highlights the improvement in emissions from new vehicles.

Car sales Rise for the First Time in More Than a Year

5th November 2009

The October new car market provides evidence of a broadening economic recovery with sales up on a year ago for the first time in 16 months.

Motorcycle Buyers Encouraged to Take Advantage of Economic Incentives

12th October 2009

Figures released by the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) show 82,601 motorcycles, scooters and all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) were sold in the nine months to September – a 14.4 per cent decline compared to the same period in 2008.

Further Signs of Consolidation in the New Vehicle Market

6th October 2009

Official VFACTS data released by the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) shows that 78,131 passenger cars, SUVs and commercial vehicles were sold in September 2009.

“This was a good month with a stronger than expected result,” FCAI Chief Executive Andrew McKellar said.

Key Legislation Underpins Jobs and Automotive Innovation

16th September 2009

The peak body representing the Australian automotive industry, the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI), has welcomed the passage of a key element of the Federal Government’s New Car Plan for a Greener Future; the Automotive Transformation Scheme.

Car Industry Urges Senate to Support Crucial Legislation

14th September 2009

The peak body representing the Australian automotive industry, the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI), has urged the Senate to get behind the industry and support legislation establishing a crucial element of the Federal Government’s New Car Plan for a Greener Future; the...

Private Buyers Returning to Car Showrooms

3rd September 2009

The latest new vehicle sales data shows private buyers have begun returning to showrooms in greater numbers adding to the demand from businesses who continue to take advantage of stimulus measures.

Changes to the Component Donation Programme

31st August 2009

The Component Donation Programme (CDP) was established by vehicle manufacturers to provide a facility to donate engines and components so that students can undertake their TAFE studies with the latest technology.

New President – Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries

31st August 2009

The Executive Committee of the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) has elected incoming GM Holden Chairman and Managing Director, Alan Batey, as its new President.

Supply Chain Vital to Automotive Industry

26th August 2009

The peak body representing the Australian automotive industry, the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI), welcomes the quick action that has been taken to keep component manufacturer ACL trading.

Car Industry Urges Support for Crucial Legislation

19th August 2009

The peak body representing the Australian automotive industry, the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI), has urged the Federal Opposition not to delay or frustrate the passage of legislation establishing a crucial element of the Federal Government’s New Car Plan for a Greener...

Business sales Continue to Provide a Boost to Car Market

5th August 2009

The latest new vehicle sales data shows business sales remain strong and there have been improvements in the small car, sports car and SUV segments.

Automotive Industry Rejects Anti-Competitive Port Facilities

27th July 2009

The peak body representing the Australian automotive industry, the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI), has called on the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) to reject port facilities operator, Australian Amalgamated Terminals (AAT), application to be allowed to...

Half Yearly Motorcycle sales Result 2009

7th July 2009

Sales of All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) have remained strong, despite a fall in overall motorcycle sales for the first half of the year.

Business sales Boost Car Market in June

3rd July 2009

The latest new vehicle sales data shows encouraging results with clear signs the market has been boosted by strong, additional demand from business sales.

Car Industry Committed to Further Co2 Reductions

2nd July 2009

The peak body representing the Australian automotive industry, the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI), supports the COAG decision to conduct an evaluation of options to lower carbon emissions from vehicles.

Vehicle safety Continues to Improve

23rd June 2009

Australians continue to embrace lifesaving Electronic Stability Control (ESC) systems with the technology fitted to almost seven out of ten new vehicles.
Latest figures released by the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) show 65.

Business Takes Advantage of Tax Break on New Vehicles

3rd June 2009

There is positive news in the latest vehicle sales figures with increased business purchases providing a much-needed confidence boost to the market.

Australia Hosts International Motorcycle Conference

20th May 2009

The peak body representing the Australian automotive industry, the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI), has this week hosted the International Motorcycle Manufacturers’ Association (IMMA) General Assembly in Melbourne.

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