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Boom Month Pushes Car Market Towards Magic Million

3rd May 2007


FCAI chief executive Peter Sturrock said that, on the present bullish
sales trends, it was very likely that by the end of 2007 the Australian market
would reach one million annual motor vehicle sales for the first time ever.

All-Time Record First Quarter for Car sales

4th April 2007

Australians bought a record number of cars, trucks and buses in the first quarter
of 2007, according to official retail sales figures released today by the Federal
Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI).

Industry Welcomes $500m Green Car Fund

15th March 2007

The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries has cautiously welcomed the Federal
Opposition's proposal to implement a $500 million Green Car Innovation Fund.

Ethanol Testing Confirms Motor Industry View

12th March 2007

The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries says the results of testing to establish
the suitability of ethanol-blended petrol in motor vehicles has confirmed the
accuracy of the information on the FCAI's website.

Record Motor Vehicle sales in February

6th March 2007

The Australian automotive industry has shaken off the effects of last year's
petrol price volatility and interest rate rises to post an all-time record sales
total for the month of February.

FCAI Offices Affected by Storm Damage

2nd March 2007

The offices of FCAI were affected by the recent hail storm in Canberra and due
to severe flooding, temporary office accommodation is being sought. All phone
lines and email access are unavailable at this stage, and it is recommended that
you contact staff via their mobile phones.

FCAI Announces New Ceo

16th February 2007

The President of the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI), John Conomos
AO, has announced the retirement on 1 June 2007 of FCAI Chief Executive Peter
Sturrock.
Mr Sturrock will be succeeded by the FCAI's current Director - Government Policy,
Andrew McKellar.

Scooter Riders Must Observe Laws and Common Sense

13th February 2007

The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) has thrown its weight behind moves by Gold Coast police to crack down on scooter riders who fail to comply with road rules.

Significant Automotive Export Boost

8th February 2007

The Chief Executive of the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI), Peter
Sturrock, has welcomed today's announcement by GM Holden about the company's new
Pontiac G8 export program to the United States.

Motor Vehicle sales Fast Start to the Year

5th February 2007

The Australian automotive industry has made a storming start to 2007, notching
up record sales in January.
Official VFACTS figures released today by the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries
(FCAI) show that 76,936 new cars, trucks and buses were sold last month - an increase
of 6933 or 9.

Bike Boom Hits All-Time Heights

25th January 2007

Australian motorcycle sales have hit all-time highs as increasing numbers of commuters and lifestyle enthusiasts turn to two wheels.

Motor Vehicle sales Second Highest on Record

4th January 2007

The Australian automotive industry has posted its second highest annual sales
total on record.
Preliminary figures released today by the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries
(FCAI) show that a total of 962,521 cars, trucks and buses were sold in Australia
in 2006.

Car Industry Endorses Gcc Fta Negotiations

15th December 2006

FCAI Chief Executive, Mr Peter Sturrock has strongly endorsed the Australian
Government' decision to seek free trade agreement (FTA) negotiations with the
Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC).
'Collectively the GCC countries are the largest export market for Australian-made
motor vehicles.

Autoliv Australia Wins Top Car Industry Award in 2006

8th December 2006

Now in its 20th year, the Supplier of the Year Award, made annually by the FCAI,
is one of the most prestigious awards in the automotive industry.

Another Good Month for Light Cars as Market Heads for Strong Finish

5th December 2006

Sales of light cars and Sports Utility Vehicles have helped the Australian motor
vehicle market to a strong monthly result in November.

Motor Vehicle Market Rebounds in October

3rd November 2006

Motor vehicle sales in Australia have rebounded over the last month thanks to
surging demand for light cars and encouraging sales of family sedans and sports
utility vehicles (SUVs).

Small sales Car Boom Softens in September

4th October 2006

The long-running boom in small and car sales is showing the first signs of slowing
according official motor industry figures released today.
The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industrie's VFACTS report shows that sales
in the Small passenger car segment fell by 1.

Motor Vehicle sales Dip in August

5th September 2006

5 September 2006
Australian motor vehicle sales dipped slightly in August as the effects of high
fuel prices and rising interest rates combined to discourage some buyers from
car showrooms.

Vehicle Stability Control Spreading Quickly

14th August 2006

The popularity of electronic stability controls (ESC) in passenger motor vehicles
is growing rapidly as the automotive industry makes the safety technology available
on a wider selection of models.

Motor Industry Welcomes Lpg Subsidy

14th August 2006

The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) has welcomed the Federal
Government's announcement of an LPG Autogas conversion subsidy.

Fuel Prices and Model Changes Shape Car Market

3rd August 2006


Australian motor vehicle sales in July were down just 1.4 per cent despite record
fuel prices, concerns over interest rates and the one-off effects of the major
changeover of two locally manufactured models.

Motorcycle sales Race to Half Year Record

24th July 2006

 
Australian motorcycle sales have set a new half yearly record as commuters turn to two-wheelers in increasing numbers.

Small Cars Drive Half Yearly Motor Vehicle sales

5th July 2006

Strong sales of small cars have helped the automotive industry to an encouraging
sales result in the first half of 2006.

Car Market Down Slightly in May

5th June 2006

The Australian motor vehicle market remained slightly softer in May, with sales
finishing just 0.6 per cent down on the record for the month set last year.

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