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.
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).
The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries has cautiously welcomed the Federal
Opposition's proposal to implement a $500 million Green Car Innovation Fund.
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.
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.
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
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Australian motorcycle sales have hit all-time highs as increasing numbers of commuters and lifestyle enthusiasts turn to two wheels.
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.
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.
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.
Sales of light cars and Sports Utility Vehicles have helped the Australian motor
vehicle market to a strong monthly result in November.
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).
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.
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.
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.
The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) has welcomed the Federal
Government's announcement of an LPG Autogas conversion subsidy.
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.
Australian motorcycle sales have set a new half yearly record as commuters turn to two-wheelers in increasing numbers.
Strong sales of small cars have helped the automotive industry to an encouraging
sales result in the first half of 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.