FCAI urges Victorian motorcyclists to ‘get on their bikes’
The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) is calling on lapsed motorcycle and scooter riders in Victoria to reconnect with their two-wheeled passion and ‘get on their bikes.
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FCAI urges Western Australian motorcyclists to ‘get on their bikes’
The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) is calling on lapsed motorcycle and scooter riders in Western Australia to reconnect with their two-wheeled passion and ‘get on their bikes.
FCAI notes ABS statistics re plunge in new vehicle loans
Figures released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics today indicate loan commitments for fixed term personal finance plunged in April, down 24.8[1] per cent (seasonally adjusted). This drop was driven by a 37.8 per cent decrease in the value of loan commitments for road vehicles.
FCAI commends Government’s instant asset write-off extension
The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) has commended the Federal Government’s decision to extend the $150,000 instant asset write-off for an additional six months, through to 31st December 2020.
FCAI releases May 2020 new vehicle sales statistics
The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) has released new vehicle sales statistics for May 2020, which show a continuation of the steep decline in sales witnessed in April this year.
Across the nation, 59,894 vehicles were sold during May 2020. This represents a 35.
Automotive industry questions Government’s rushed implementation of Franchising Code
The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) has condemned the move by the Hon Karen Andrews MP, Minister for Industry, Science and Technology, to ‘fast-track’ changes to new vehicle franchising agreements.
Two-wheeled solution to COVID challenge
The Australian motorcycle industry and the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) are urging commuters to take to two-wheels with COVID-19 travel restrictions easing and people beginning to resume daily travel to their workplaces.
In Australia there are about 2.
FCAI launches new Takata airbag advertising campaign
Car manufacturers have launched a major advertising campaign warning vehicle owners to check their cars for faulty Takata airbags - or risk their lives and the registration of their vehicles.
Motoring industry advises dealerships are open as restrictions ease
As State and Territory Governments begin to lift COVID-19 restrictions, businesses and organisations are starting the process of re-opening their operations. In turn, workers all over the country could soon re-commence their daily journey to work.
Stop drive warning for hundreds of Western Australian vehicles
Car manufacturers have warned there are hundreds of vehicle owners in Western Australia who should stop driving their vehicles immediately because of high-risk faulty Takata airbags.
ACT vehicles with critical airbags must not be driven
Car manufacturers have warned there are vehicle owners in the ACT who should stop driving their vehicles immediately because of high-risk faulty Takata airbags.
Tasmanian vehicles with critical airbags must not be driven
Car manufacturers have warned there are vehicle owners in Tasmania who should stop driving their vehicles immediately because of high-risk faulty Takata airbags.
Northern Territory vehicles with critical airbags must not be driven
Car manufacturers have warned there are vehicle owners in the Northern Territory who should stop driving their vehicles immediately because of high-risk faulty Takata airbags.
Stop drive warning for hundreds of NSW vehicles
Car manufacturers have warned there are hundreds of vehicle owners in New South Wales who should stop driving their vehicles immediately because of high-risk faulty Takata airbags.
Stop drive warning for hundreds of Queensland vehicles
Car manufacturers have warned there are hundreds of vehicle owners in Queensland who should stop driving their vehicles immediately because of high-risk faulty Takata airbags.
Stop drive warning for hundreds of South Australian vehicles
Car manufacturers have warned there are vehicle owners in South Australia who should stop driving their vehicles immediately because of high-risk faulty Takata airbags.
Stop drive warning for hundreds of Victorian vehicles
Car manufacturers have warned there are hundreds of vehicle owners in Victoria who should stop driving their vehicles immediately because of high-risk faulty Takata airbags.
Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries releases new vehicle sales results for April 2020
New vehicle sales in the Australian market for the month of April 2020 were today announced by Tony Weber, chief executive of the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI).
“A total of 38,926 sales were recorded for the month. This figure represents a fall of 48.
Non-genuine parts risking chassis safety
Testing by Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) initiative Genuine is Best has found non-genuine utility tray bodies can cause significant damage to the original vehicle and compromise its safety.
Dealerships across Australia are open to provide sales and servicing facilities for consumers
The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI), the peak body for the automotive industry in Australia, has advised that many vehicle and motorcycle dealerships across Australia are currently open for business, despite the impact of the COVID-19 virus.
Australian automotive industry urges motorists to upgrade vehicle hygiene practices
Australian motoring industry peak body, the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI), has urged drivers to upgrade vehicle hygiene practices to help minimise the risk of spreading COVID-19.
New motorcycle figures for Quarter One, 2020
Data released today by the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) revealed 17,977 motorcycles, ATVs and scooters were sold during the first three months of 2020, compared with 18,438 for the same period in 2019. This represents a 2.5 per cent decline in the market.
FCAI releases March 2020 new vehicle sales figures
FCAI releases March 2020 new vehicle sales figures
The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI), the peak body for the automotive industry, has today announced new vehicle sales figures for the month of March 2020.
Vehicle dealerships are open for urgent Takata airbag repairs
Car manufacturers have reminded vehicle owners that dealerships are open and ready to complete the rectification of faulty Takata airbags.
A faulty Takata airbag has the potential to seriously injure, or even kill, vehicle drivers and passengers.