FCAI Welcomes Federal Government Consultant on Future Fuels Strategy
The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) has welcomed the announcement on Future Fuels Strategy by the Minister for Energy and Emissions Reduction the Hon Angus Taylor.
Media Releases
Positive Signs from January 2021 New Vehicle Sales Figures
The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI), the peak body for the automotive industry in Australia, today released the new vehicle sales figures for the first month of calendar year 2021.
A total of 79,666 vehicles were sold in January 2021, across the period, up 11.
Automotive sector already on a path to zero emissions in 2050
The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) believes the Prime Minister Scott Morrison is sending the right signals in acknowledging the likelihood of a commitment to net zero emissions by 2050 through the adoption of science and technology.
FCAI announces management change
The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) has announced the resignation of public affairs director Lenore Fletcher.
Tony Weber, chief executive of the FCAI, commented:
“We would like to thank Lenore for her substantial contribution to the organisation over the past two years.
Takata recall website reaches 12 million
The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) reported today that Australians have made over 12 million vehicle checks on the industry’s Takata airbag compulsory recall website www.ismyairbagsafe.com.au.
FCAI releases full year motorcycle sales
The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI), the peak body for the automotive industry in Australia, today released sales for motorcycles and off highway vehicles (OHVs) for full year 2020.
Total sales for the year were recorded at 108,926 units, an increase of 19,727 vehicles and 22.
FCAI releases VFACTS 2020 new vehicle sales figures
The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI), the peak body for the automotive industry in Australia, today released new vehicle sales figures for calendar year 2020.
A total of 916,968 vehicles were sold across the period, down 13.
FCAI announces two new executive appointments
LEFT: Matt Hobbs - FCAI Director of Policy and Advocacy RIGHT: Peter Griffin - FCAI Director of Innovation and Strategic Engagement.
Car industry issues counterfeit parts warning
The online counterfeit car part market is flourishing, according to brand protection firm Corsearch, and this places Australian road users at higher risk of harm from low quality fake parts that may be fitted to their vehicles without their knowledge.
Morrison Government panders to dealers
The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) has spoken out against the “Auto Principles Guide to Deliver for Consumers,” released today by the Federal Government.
Car manufacturers race to complete recall
Car manufacturers are continuing to reach out to tardy vehicle owners as they work strenuously to complete a major recall of vehicles fitted with faulty Takata airbags.
FCAI reports improvement in new vehicle sales for November 2020
The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI), the peak body for the automotive industry, today reported November sales figures for new vehicles in Australia – and for the first time in more than two and a half years, the figures were positive.
Car industry campaigns for summer safety
A summer campaign by motoring industry initiative Genuine is Best is raising awareness about the importance of genuine parts and servicing, ahead of what is expected to be the busiest ever summer on Australian roads.
FCAI applauds ACT Government’s future focused endorsement of electric vehicles
The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI), the peak body for the automotive industry, today praised the ACT Government’s announcement supporting zero emission vehicles (ZEVs), deeming it “thoughtful and future focused.
FCAI: Victorian Government trying to ‘kill’ EV use
The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) has condemned the announcement by the Victorian State Government that it intends to initiate a road user charge on electric vehicles (EVs) from 1st July 2021.
Tony Weber, chief executive of the FCAI, made the following comments.
Car manufacturers call for recall action before holiday travel
Car manufacturers are calling on vehicle owners to urgently check and organise the repair of faulty Takata airbags fitted to their vehicles ahead of the holiday season.
FCAI condemns New South Wales Government plan to consider road user charging on electric vehicles
The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) has condemned the New South Wales Government’s plan to consider road user charging on electric vehicles.
FCAI congratulates Tasmanian Government’s ‘Ambitious 100 percent Electric Vehicle Target’
The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) applauds the Tasmanian Government’s proposed transition of the Government vehicle fleet to 100 percent electric vehicles by 2030.
FCAI pans SA Government’s ‘tax on electric vehicles’
The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) has commented on the South Australian Government’s proposed road user charges for electric vehicles.
Tony Weber, the FCAI’s chief executive, made the following statement.
Car manufacturers plead for Western Australian vehicle owners to take urgent recall action
Car manufacturers are pleading with Western Australian vehicle owners to immediately organise the repair of faulty Takata airbags in their vehicles – or risk serious injury and even death.
Car manufacturers plead for Australian Capital Territory vehicle owners to take urgent recall action
Car manufacturers are pleading with Australian Capital Territory vehicle owners to immediately organise the repair of faulty Takata airbags in their vehicles – or risk serious injury and even death.
Car manufacturers plead for New South Wales vehicle owners to take urgent recall action
Car manufacturers are pleading with New South Wales vehicle owners to immediately organise the repair of faulty Takata airbags in their vehicles – or risk serious injury and even death.
Car manufacturers plead for Northern Territory vehicle owners to take urgent recall action
Car manufacturers are pleading with Northern Territory vehicle owners to immediately organise the repair of faulty Takata airbags in their vehicles – or risk serious injury and even death.
Car manufacturers plead for Queensland vehicle owners to take urgent recall action
Car manufacturers are pleading with Queensland vehicle owners to immediately organise the repair of faulty Takata airbags in their vehicles – or risk serious injury and even death.