Volkswagen’s Michael Bartsch to Join FCAI Board
The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) announced today that Michael Bartsch has been appointed as a director to the board of management of the automotive sector’s peak industry body.
Media Releases
FCAI Announces Multiple Languages across its innovative “ismyairbagsafe.com.au” website
The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) has announced the addition of a range of languages other than English to the home page of its innovative website, www.ismyairbagsafe.com.au.
FCAI Reports 87,102 New Vehicle sales During February 2019
The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) has reported sales of 87,102 new vehicles during the month of February 2019. This represents a decrease of 9.3 per cent on the same period last year.
On a year to date basis, the industry reported 169,096 sales, or a decrease of 8.
FCAI Website Helps Identify More Than One Million Australian Vehicles Fitted With Deadly Takata...
Monday 4th March: The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) has revealed that more than one million vehicles have been identified as carrying faulty Takata airbags through the industry website, www.ismyairbagsafe.com.au
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FCAI Comments on NSW Labor Party Vehicle Taxation Proposal
The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) today commented on the New South Wales Labor party's proposal to increase taxation on vehicles over $100,000 to seven per cent.
"It's a tax on a tax," said Tony Weber, Chief Executive of the FCAI.
FCAI Applauds Infrastructure Australia'S $58 Billion Plan for Australian Roads and Electric...
The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) has applauded the release of Infrastructure Australia’s Infrastructure Priority List which presents a record $58bn project pipeline.
The Automotive Industry Reports More Than 81,000 New Vehicle sales in January
January 2019 signaled a cautious start to the year for new vehicle sales in Australia, according to results released today by the motor industry’s statistical service, VFACTS. A total of 81,994 new vehicles were sold during the month, down 7.4 per cent on the same period in 2018.
Auto Industry'S Takata Website Tops Six Million
Australians have now made more than six million vehicle checks on the automotive industry’s Takata Airbag recall website www.ismyairbagsafe.com.au.
In checking these six million vehicles, they have identified more than 915,000 vehicles whose airbag inflators are affected by the safety recall.
FCAI Applauds Senate Select Committee Report on Electric Vehicles
The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI), the peak body representing the Australian automotive industry, has applauded the recommendations of the Senate Select Committee Inquiry into Electric Vehicles.
Final Motorcycle sales Result for 2018
Australia’s Motorcycle Market (which includes the ATV/SSV market) fell 8.7 per cent in 2018, with total sales for the full calendar year of 95,080.
The 2018 market again remained relatively steady in terms of its composition with road bikes remaining the most popular category and comprising 38.
sales Down in Challenging 2018 Environment
New vehicle sales declined over a challenging 2018, according to results released today by the motor industry’s statistical service, VFACTS.
National vehicle sales for December fell by 14.
Keep Your Kids SAfe on All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) This Festive Season
Make safety your first priority when children are out riding on ATVs during this Christmas holiday season.
2018 sales Pass the One Million Mark as Flat Market Persists
National motor vehicle sales eclipsed the one million year-to-date sales mark during November 2018, in a month which overall sales were down according to the latestdata released today by the motor industry’s statistical service, VFACTS.
Industry Welcomes Passage of the Road Vehicle Standards Bill
The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) welcomes the passage of the Road Vehicle Standards Bill through the Senate. The Road Vehicle Standards Act will provide the primary framework for motor vehicle standards in Australia.
Suv sales Surge in Soft October Market
Overall national sales of Sport Utility Vehicles (SUVs) continued to climb in October, despite the overall vehicle market in Australia declining over the month, according to the latest data released today by the motor industry’s statistical service, VFACTS.
Automotive Industry Applauds Queensland Government’s Leadership on “Alpha” Airbags
The Queensland Government is showing strong and courageous leadership in issuing Defect Notices to owners of over 2,000 vehicles fitted with dangerous “alpha” type Takata airbags says Australia’s peak motor industry body.
Automotive Industry Welcomes Ratification of the Trans-Pacific Partnership
Australia’s automotive industry has welcomed the ratification of the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP-11). Australia’s ratification of the eleven-nation agreement paves the way for commencement before the end of the year.
5,100 Vehicles Affected by Takata Airbag Recall Rectified Each Working Day
Australians have checked the status of more than 4.55 million* vehicles on the automotive industry’s Takata Airbag recall website www.ismyairbagsafe.com.au since it was launched in late July 2018.
Automotive Engineers Program a Welcome Investment in the Industry of the Future
The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) has welcomed the announcement by the Federal Minister for Industry, Science and Technology, Karen Andrews, of a $5 million program to encourage graduate engineers to work in Australia’s automotive industry.
Red Tape Reduction to Help NSW Businesses Adapt to Future Challenges
The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) has welcomed the announcement by the NSW Minister for Innovation and Better Regulation, Matt Kean, of measures to lessen the burden the regulatory burden on small automotive businesses.
Tough Motorcycle Market Conditions Endure Through the Third Quarter of 2018
Australia’s motorcycle and All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV)/Side-By-Side Vehicle (SSV) market has fallen 6.2 per cent at the end of the third quarter of 2018.
Industry Welcomes Enhanced, Yet Consistent, Engagement on Future Vehicle Technology
The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) welcomes the $9.7 million announcement by the Deputy Prime Minister Michael McCormack of the establishment of the Office of Future Transport Technologies.
Rising Suv sales as the Market Softens in September
Despite continuing increases in national sales of Sport Utility Vehicles (SUVs) in September, the overall vehicle market in Australia declined over the month, according to the latest data released today by the motor industry’s statistical service, VFACTS.
Industry Applauds SA Government Decision on ‘Alpha’ Airbags; Urges All States and Territories...
The bold decision by the South Australian government to refuse registration to owners whose vehicles are fitted with dangerous “alpha” type Takata airbags should be adopted right across the country, says Australia’s peak motor industry body.