The Federal Government is calling for submissions on its New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES) of which there has been a mixed reaction from the automotive industry and other stakeholders.
Some in the industry are concerned about the effect it will have on SUVs and utes which are currently the most popular selling vehicles in the market.
At the same time, the government is also conducting an inquiry into the transition to electric vehicles.
Servco Australia has acquired the Motorama Group of Brisbane car dealerships from the Woelders family, but the Madill Automotive Group on the Sunshine Coast is not part of the transaction.
Japanese-based Optimus Group is furthering its Australian expansion with the acquisition of Autocare Services.
Nine Isuzu Truck dealers have been rewarded with Dealer Excellence Awards for 2023.
Mercedes-Benz is considering selling off its company-owned dealerships in Germany, following the divesture of its retail operations in Australia, the UK, and other parts of Europe.
All this plus our usual round-up of industry comment and monthly registration data.
