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DECISIVE ACTION ON AUTOMOTIVE FINANCING
5th December 2008
The peak body representing the Australian automotive industry, the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI), has welcomed measures announced by the Federal Government to address the emerging liquidity problems facing the car industry. "This is a decisive response to extraordinary... More…
CAR SALES FALL FURTHER IN NOVEMBER
4th December 2008
New vehicle sales fell in November, reflecting a further softening of economic conditions as a result of the global financial crisis. Official VFACTS data released today by the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) shows that 71,647 cars, trucks and light buses were sold in November -... More…
SUPPLIER OF THE YEAR: DENSO AUSTRALIA GROUP
27th November 2008
Denso Australia Group has won the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) Supplier of the Year Award for 2008. The prestigious event was held in Melbourne on November 26 and hosted by the FCAI's President, Mr Mark Reuss with guest of honour, the Treasurer of Victoria, Mr John... More…
SPIRITS HIGH AT SYDNEY MOTORCYCLE SHOW
26th November 2008
Two wheel enthusiasts flocked to the 2008 Sydney Motorcycle Show in their thousands, enjoying the most extensive range of manufacturers and exhibitors on record, as well as a star-studded entertainment line-up. 26,995 visitors made their way through the doors at the Sydney Showground from... More…
CONFIDENCE BOOST FOR THE AUSTRALIAN CAR INDUSTRY
20th November 2008
The peak body representing the Australian automotive industry, the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI), has welcomed Ford Australia's decision to continue producing engines at their Geelong plant. "This is great news for Australia's vehicle manufacturing industry and provides... More…
VOTE OF CONFIDENCE IN THE AUSTRALIAN CAR INDUSTRY
10th November 2008
The peak body representing the Australian automotive industry, the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI), says the Government's response to the Bracks Review will help underpin future investment and innovation in the automotive industry. "These measures provide a significant vote... More…
GLOBAL FINANCIAL CRISIS IMPACTS NEW VEHICLE SALES
6th November 2008
A drop in new vehicles sales during October reflects the broader slowdown in the Australian and world economies as well as reduced access to wholesale and consumer finance. Official VFACTS data released today by the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) show that 79,105 cars,... More…
MOTORCYCLE SALES RISE TO RECORD LEVELS
16th October 2008
FCAI Chief Executive, Mr Andew McKellar Record numbers of Australians are turning to two-wheeled transport for everyday commuting and recreation. Official figures released by the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) show that 96,281 motorcycles, scooters and all-terrain vehicles... More…