Mike Costello
Ford Ranger v Toyota HiLux: Which will be 2023 sales champion?
Will Australia have a new sales champion come the end of 2023? The Ranger is breathing down the HiLux's neck with weeks to go...
2 Years Ago
Mike Costello
VFACTS November 2023: All-time sales record in sight
The Australian car market will almost certainly reset the record books in 2023, but there are storm clouds on the horizon...
2 Years Ago
James Wong
Kia laments cancelled orders as long waits persist
Ongoing supply constraints and extended wait times are seeing customers jump out of the queue for in-demand models, Kia's local boss says.
2 Years Ago
Mike Costello
VFACTS October 2023: Another month, another Australian new car sales record
The market's momentum continues, with five of the past six months setting records as supply pipelines normalise. But what comes for 2024?
2 Years Ago
Mike Costello
VFACTS September 2023: Australian new car sales records tumble again
Another bumper month sees the market on record pace, but chalk much of this up to the easing of backorders thanks to better supply.
2 Years Ago
Jack Quick
Old dog, new tricks? Nissan Patrol sets sales record
Over 1000 examples of the Nissan Patrol were sold in Australia last month, setting yet another record. A new-gen version is on the horizon.
2 Years Ago
Mike Costello
VFACTS August 2023: Another Aussie sales record as supply rebounds
Another monthly record for the resurgent Australian market, but how much is due to backorders and how much to new demand?
2 Years Ago
James Wong
Mazda CX-60 puts German rivals in the shade for July
Mazda's new premium SUV has started off strong in Australia with over 600 units delivered in July, placing it third in class.
2 Years Ago
Mike Costello
Low-profile Korean brand growing at light speed
The new vehicle market is populated with new nameplates like MG, BYD, GWM, Chery and Cupra. But don't forget about SsangYong!
2 Years Ago
Mike Costello
VFACTS July 2023: Record sales as supply returns to normal
Australia is having its best new vehicle sales year since 2018, with backorders finally being cleared. But economic challenges lay ahead.
2 Years Ago
Mike Costello
Australia's 2023 electric car sales by make, model and region
EV market share is up from 1.8 per cent to 7.4 per cent in 12 months, as Tesla dominates. Which states and other brands stand out?
2 Years Ago
Mike Costello
Australian new car sales: Winners and losers so far in 2023
The car market records the best first half of a calendar year since 2018, including record EV share and some new names atop the sales charts.
2 Years Ago
Mike Costello
VFACTS June 2023: Massive sales spike
Nearly 125,000 new cars were sold in June 2023, up 25 per cent. Many brands say it could have been an even bigger month, but for one thing...
2 Years Ago
Mike Costello
Australia's three best-selling cars look different in 2023
We're used to HiLux and Ranger topping the charts, but for the first time at this point in a year another ute joins them on the podium.
2 Years Ago
Mike Costello
Sales of Japanese cars in Australia hit a low point
Japan is still Australia's biggest source of cars, but the growth of China and production hiccups are changing the dynamic in 2023.
3 Years Ago
Scott Collie
The SUVs driving Volkswagen's strong 2023 sales
The T-Roc SUV is the best-selling Volkswagen in Australia, and enjoyed a record month in May 2023.
3 Years Ago