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Car Companies Welcome Victoria's Balanced Approach to Electric Vehicle Support

1st May 2021

The FCAI has welcomed the approach taken by the Victorian Government today towards a suite of incentives for electric vehicles, supporting infrastructure investment and CO2 emissions targets for public and private vehicle fleets.

Motorcycle/OHV Sales More Than 51 Per Cent Up On Same Period Last Year

9th April 2021

The 2021 first quarter sales results for motorcycles and OHVs (Off Highway Vehicles) have continued the exceptional growth trends of 2020, according to The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI), the peak body for the automotive industry in Australia.

FCAI Releases Brand CO2 Emissions Data

9th April 2021

The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries has released the CO2 emissions data for each automotive brand as the second reporting step of its industry-led voluntary CO2 Emissions Standard.
The results and methodology used to calculate the CO2 Standard can be located here.

New Vehicle Sales Growth Continues Through March 2021

7th April 2021

The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI), the peak body for the automotive industry in Australia, today released the new vehicle sales figures for March 2021.
A total of 100,005 vehicles were sold in March 2021, up 22.4 per cent on March 2020 sales when 81,690 vehicles were sold.

FCAI Welcomes ALP Electric Vehicle Direction

31st March 2021

The announcement that an ALP Federal Government would provide incentives supporting the uptake of electric vehicles in Australia has been welcomed by Australia’s peak automotive body, the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries.

Australian Vehicle Industry Releases First CO2 Emissions Results

25th March 2021

The automotive industry-led voluntary CO2 Emissions Standard has been reported for the first time today, setting a benchmark for future improvement and showing that the industry is making progress towards its 2030 targets.

Vehicle Repairers Face Red Tape Nightmare To Access Information

24th March 2021

The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) supports the intent but questions the administrative burden of the legislation introduced into Federal Parliament today intending to establish a mandatory scheme for the sharing of motor vehicle service and repair information.

Zero and Low Emission Vehicles Need Encouragement Rather Than New Charges

17th March 2021

The Victorian Government’s proposed legislation to introduce a new road charging framework for zero and low emissions vehicles is premature and might hinder the uptake of these vehicles on Victorian roads according to the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries.

Certainty Needed in Franchising Regulation

12th March 2021

 The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries will be concerned if the Federal Government introduces new regulations around franchising that damage existing relationships between car companies and their dealer networks across Australia and ultimately impact on Australian customers.

Continued Growth in Sales in February 2021

3rd March 2021

The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI), the peak body for the automotive industry in Australia, today released the new vehicle sales figures for February 2021.
A total of 83,977 vehicles were sold in February 2021, across the period, up 5.

Consistency Should be ANCAP Priority

2nd March 2021

The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) has called in to question ANCAP's motive for re-testing vehicles in Australia.

Car owners urged to protect rego

23rd February 2021

Car manufacturers are urging vehicle owners to protect their vehicle registration by promptly checking the Takata recall status of their vehicles.
Immediate arrangements need to be made with Brand dealerships to have any faulty Takata airbags replaced.

Investigation Uncovers Counterfeit Conspiracy

19th February 2021


An investigation by Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) initiative Genuine is Best has revealed that dangerous counterfeit car parts are arriving in Australia, concealed in shipments of parallel and aftermarket vehicle parts.

FCAI Welcomes Federal Government Consultant on Future Fuels Strategy

5th February 2021

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.

Positive Signs from January 2021 New Vehicle Sales Figures

3rd February 2021

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

2nd February 2021

 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

19th January 2021

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

14th January 2021

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

8th January 2021

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

6th January 2021

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

21st December 2020

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

14th December 2020

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

11th December 2020

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

11th December 2020

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.

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