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3rd November 2026

Dealers shuffle showrooms

New brands, falling legacy sales, building upgrades changing Australia’s dealer landscape

3rd November 2026

Jaguar Australia, UK align on major pivot

Global chief and Australian MD argue the brand’s new strategy will correct previous lack of clarity

3rd November 2026

Jaguar to squeeze supply in Australia

New exclusivity strategy requires fewer Australian dealers, more personalised approach

3rd November 2026

XPeng boosts dealer network

New distributor agreement sees 66 sales and service points in six Aust states, seven in NZ

3rd November 2026

Bendix reassures as US parent collapses

Profitable AU brake maker expects new ownership within days after First Brands liquidation

3rd November 2026

Auto apprentices miss out on Free TAFE boost

VACC asks questions as Carroll’s Labor govt excludes automotive trades from incentives

3rd November 2026

GM hybrid investment deepens amid US EV retreat

GM hybrid investment deepens amid US EV retreat

3rd November 2026

New rules for tyre disposal

Govt considers national policy on disposal and recycling of end-of-life tyres

3rd November 2026

Isuzu supports world rugby event

Truck maker backs Australia’s hosting of global men’s and women’s world rugby matches

3rd November 2026

China hears AADA message

AU delegation to a Chinese auto conference expands contacts; spells out dealer concerns

27th October 2026

AADA urges Parliament to back EU trade deal

Dealers warn political opposition could delay tariff relief for European vehicle imports

27th October 2026

Can local content save European OEMs?

Govts may use local consent concessions to water down ICE prohibitions

27th October 2026

GM plant closures expose US electrification retreat

Policy shifts hasten EV investment cuts as GM abandons hydrogen manufacturing ambitions

27th October 2026

Denza wins BYD service backing

BYD dealerships to provide authorised servicing for Denza customers

27th October 2026

Changan to take over Deepal distribution

Inchcape will relinquish Deepal distributorship as Chinese parent company consolidates

27th October 2026

Beer Group opens in Kilmore

New dealership extends family group rooftops from Seymour to Kilmore

27th October 2026

Prime dealer site for sale

Former Holden dealership site in Melbourne’s Vermont hits the market for about $12m

27th October 2026

Bartons announces 16-brand automall

Expanded facility to house 16 legacy and new brands with opening in 2027

27th October 2026

Dealers ramp up M&A fees pressure

Letter signed by 300+ dealers to Chalmers points to Labor policy error over auto merger fees

20th October 2026

Leapmotor sets sights on NT dealer

Chinese importer looks for NT dealer while growing its network to between 35 - 40 locations

20th October 2026

Honda partners with Ohme for EV charging

Honda Australia appoints UK specialist Ohme as exclusive home charging partner

20th October 2026

Chery reaches 100-dealer milestone

Chinese brand expands retail footprint with new AP Eagers-operated dealership in Brisbane

20th October 2026

Buyers favour 4WD, auto and white

Pre-owned shopper preferences revealed as sales rise for third consecutive month

20th October 2026

Redarc expands with US acquisition

South Australian electronics manufacturer acquires Samlex America

20th October 2026

GWM expands sporting ties with Eels

Chinese importer signs multi-year Parramatta Eels sponsorship as it targets top-five position in Australian market

20th October 2026

Carsales eyes new-car retail channel

Online market leader outlines planned AI platform for manufacturers, dealers and buyers

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