2021 Federal Budget: What it means for motoristsWilliam Stopford The Australian Government is investing billions in new infrastructure projects, road safety and an extension of its apprenticeship program.4 years ago
Volvo chasing 10,000 sales in 2021William Stopford Volvo has rebounded from the doldrums of 2020 and is set to hit a record 10,000 sales this year, a first for the brand. 4 years ago
Used car prices increase again, ute prices downWilliam Stopford Used car prices continued to rise in the first quarter of this year, with wholesale used car prices now up by 37 per cent over their pre-pandemic high.4 years ago
Australia's emissions winners and losers for 2020William Stopford Toyota was the best-performing brand in 2020 for CO2 emissions with its passenger cars, though its utes and large SUVs didn't do quite as well overall.4 years ago
VFACTS: Australia's new car sales boom, up 22 per cent in MarchMike Costello Toyota dominated in March, 4x4s that can tow a caravan sold in droves, Chinese cars were up nearly 200 per cent, and EVs gained traction.4 years ago
February 2021 Australian new vehicle sales (VFACTS)Mike Costello Private sales skyrocket, Toyota HiLux and Ford Ranger dominate again, surprise packet MG leapt into the top 10 brands, and Honda plummeted. 4 years ago
US Government pushes to improve semiconductor supplyZak Adkins Carmakers are battling a crippling shortage of semiconductor chips worldwide. In the USA, President Joe Biden is pushing to up production.4 years ago
Private 4x4 ute sales boom in January (VFACTS)Mike Costello Whether they're workhorses or weekend warriors, 4x4 pickups flew off dealer lots in record January numbers in 2021.4 years ago
January 2021 Australian new vehicle sales (VFACTS)Mike Costello Private buyers drove a new car sales uptick in January 2021, despite many brands battling stock shortfalls. 4 years ago
VFACTS: Australia's new car sales grew big in DecemberMike Costello The market grows for two months in succession, as a strong December gives grounds for optimism. 4 years ago
New car sales expected to bounce back in 2021Scott Collie After a tough 2020 on the back of COVID-19, the Australian car industry is expecting sales to bounce back strongly in 2021. 4 years ago
VFACTS: Australia's new vehicle sales at their lowest since 2003Mike Costello Sales recoveries in the final quarter weren't enough to stop 2020 being the worst year for new vehicle sales in Australia since 2003. Toyota was dominant, the Chinese brands are booming, and utes topped the charts once again. 4 years ago
