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Market Scan – Issue 25 | June 2025

VFACTS: MAY SALES DOWN ON 2024…

… but FCAI says numbers are resilient, with strong competition and interest across the board

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PRACTICAL APPROACH TO VEHICLE EMISSIONS

The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) welcomes the Queensland Government’s new QFleet Vehicle Emissions Reduction Strategy 2025-2030 as a balanced and realistic approach to decarbonising the state’s transport fleet.

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MAJOR ROAD RULE CHANGES AFFECTING DRIVERS ACROSS AUSTRALIA FROM JULY 1

Across Australia from July 1, motorists need to be aware of a range of new rules and penalties coming into effect in different states.

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CAREXPERT CHOICE WINNER: BEST EV – MID-SIZE SUV

Tesla’s heavily refreshed Model Y has brought improvements in dynamics and styling, helping to fend off competitors in a bustling segment.

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ANCAP: FIVE-STAR SAFETY FOR FOUR EURO MODELS

Audi A5, Polestar 3, Volkswagen Tiguan and Volkswagen Multivan all score top marks for safety

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LEASING VS OWNING: WHAT’S THE BEST FINANCIAL CHOICE FOR YOUR ORGANISATION?

When it comes to managing fleet assets, one of the biggest decisions organisations face is whether to lease or own their vehicles and equipment.

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SUZUKI JIMNY JOINS NSW POLICE

Donated Suzuki Jimny 4×4 arrives in Lake Macquarie to conquer crime as ‘Sergeant Jim’

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ATO BACKS HOME CHARGING CLAIMS FOR PHEV DRIVERS

The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has released new guidance to help workers who drive plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) claim home charging costs. 

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2025 CHERY TIGGO 4 BECOMES AUSTRALIA’S CHEAPEST HYBRID

Sub-$30k drive-away for Chery’s first plugless hybrid, two versions available

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AUSTRALIA’S GREAT SUV DECEPTION

Most adventure-ready SUVs never leave the suburbs and only a tiny fraction venture off-road

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WHY FORD’S RANGER PHEV IS NOT FOR TRADIES

PHEV, Pro Power Onboard advantages not available to cab-chassis, service body buyers

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2025 PEUGEOT 5008 HYBRID PRICE AND SPECS

Peugeot Australia has launched the all-new 2025 Peugeot 5008 Hybrid SUV, offering a seven-seat layout and a hybrid powertrain.

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WOMEN DRIVING CHANGE IN THE FLEET INDUSTRY

One of the highlights of the 2025 Australasian Fleet Education & Leadership Summit was the Women in Fleet session, showcasing the growing presence of women across all levels of the industry.

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IOS 26 BRINGS UPGRADES TO APPLE CARPLAY

Improved functionality, user-friendliness arrives with updated Apple CarPlay software

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2025 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER: PRICING AND SPECIFICATIONS

The significantly upgraded 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander range arrives in Australian showrooms from June 2025, offering a more refined driving experience, sophisticated interior and exterior updates, and a new focus on driver comfort and safety. 

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MERCEDES-BENZ USES “REWORKED” EV BATTERIES FOR ELECTRIC TRUCKS

Mercedes-Benz Trucks has made an important addition to its spare parts portfolio in Germany, introducing a new reworked high-voltage CB400 battery for use in the first-generation Mercedes-Benz eActros 300/400 and the Mercedes-Benz eEconic.

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