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News Sustainability

Industry groups launch campaign to keep EV tax discount

A coalition of automotive and finance organisations has launched a campaign urging the Federal Government to retain Australia’s Electric Car Discount as the policy undergoes review. The campaign, titled “Keep the EV Tax Discount”, includes…

Anby AlcomendasMarch 11, 2026

News Sustainability

NZ reviews future of Clean Car Standard

The New Zealand government is considering whether to retain, modify, or potentially scrap the Clean Car Standard as part of a broader review of vehicle emissions policy. Transport Minister Chris…

Anby AlcomendasMarch 11, 2026

Car Market Electric Vehicles News

New EV registrations in NZ pass 100,000

New Zealand has reached a new milestone in the shift toward lower-emission transport, with registrations of NZ-new battery electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles surpassing 100,000. The Motor Industry Association (MIA)…

Anby AlcomendasMarch 11, 2026

Car Market News

China becomes Australia’s largest vehicle source as February sales fall 4.5 per cent

Australia’s new vehicle market recorded 90,712 sales in February 2026, a decline of 4,281 vehicles or 4.5 per cent compared with the same month last year. Figures released by the…

Anby AlcomendasMarch 4, 2026

News Sustainability

76 per cent of tested vehicles exceed advertised fuel use

More than three-quarters of vehicles tested under the Australian Automobile Association’s (AAA) Real-World Testing Program have used more fuel on Australian roads than their official laboratory figures claim. The Commonwealth-funded…

Anby AlcomendasMarch 4, 2026

Car Market News

SUV demand drives February growth in NZ new vehicle market

New Zealand’s new vehicle market continued its steady start to 2026, with total registrations reaching 10,190 units in February, a 3.9 per cent increase compared with the same month last…

Anby AlcomendasMarch 4, 2026

News

Mandatory scheme needed to lift tyre recycling rate, report says

Australia will not significantly improve its tyre recycling rate without moving to a mandatory product stewardship scheme, according to a new supply chain analysis commissioned by Tyre Stewardship Australia. The report finds that only 26 per…

Anby AlcomendasMarch 4, 2026

News Southeast Asia

Singapore slashes PARF rebates, may shake-up auto market

Singapore has cut its Preferential Additional Registration Fee rebates (PARF) this year, sending waves of concern through its auto industry. PARF REBATES While Certificate of Entitlement (COE) premiums remain unchanged, the LTA…

Antonina JosonFebruary 25, 2026

Car Market Electric Vehicles News

Two-thirds of carmakers meet 2025 emissions targets under NVES

Around two-thirds of regulated vehicle suppliers achieved or exceeded their emissions targets in 2025 under Australia’s New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES). This come as overall fleet emissions fall while vehicle choice and price competition remain strong. …

Anby AlcomendasFebruary 25, 2026

AfMA News

AfMA announces 2026 Diploma of Leadership & Management scholarship winners

The Australasian Fleet Management Association (AFMA) is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2026 Diploma of Leadership & Management scholarships. Each year, these scholarships recognise dedicated fleet professionals who demonstrate leadership potential, industry…

Anby AlcomendasFebruary 25, 2026

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