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Market Scan – Issue 32 | January 2026

AUSTRALIA’S NEW VEHICLE MARKET REMAINS RESILIENT

Australia’s vehicle market sold 1,209,808 units in 2025, underscoring the resilience of the automotive industry and reflects sustained consumer demand and the continued evolution of vehicle choice in Australia.

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MARKET INSIGHT: HOUSEHOLD NAMES LOSE SHARE

New records for 2025 but market foundations change as Chinese brands make their mark

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MEDIUM SUV SALES IN 2025: HYBRIDS DOMINATE AS EVS STEP INTO THE SPOTLIGHT

Medium SUVs remained one of the most important segments in Australia’s new-vehicle market in 2025, underpinning private, business and fleet demand.

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ANCAP REVEALS OUTSTANDING SAFETY PERFORMERS FOR 2025

ANCAP SAFETY has revealed its leading safety performers for 2025, with the top-performing models assessed this year representing the safest new vehicles across key market segments.

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10 NEW ELECTRIC CARS TO WATCH OUT FOR IN 2026

The Federal Government has released the terms of reference for a statutory review of the Electric Car Discount, a policy credited with accelerating electric vehicle uptake and expanding model choice across the Australian market. 

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ELECTRIC CAR DISCOUNT SET FOR STATUTORY REVIEW

Here are 10 new EVS to watch out for in 2026, including an electric Hilux, the first EVs from some big Japanese car companies, and the lowest cost electric car to date.

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NEW YEAR FLEET SAFETY AND MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST

The start of a new year is the perfect moment for Fleet Managers to reset, refresh, and prepare for the months ahead.

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NSW EV FLEET INCENTIVE EXPANDS TO TRUCKS – A PRACTICAL SIGNAL FOR TRANSPORT OPERATORS

For heavy vehicle operators watching the gradual electrification of transport with interest — and caution — the NSW Government’s latest EV fleet incentive round marks an important shift: heavy vehicles up to 23 tonnes GVM are now eligible for funding.

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2027 VOLVO EX60 REVEALED

The all-new Volvo EX60 means to ensure the BMW iX3 doesn’t have the premium electric mid-size SUV segment all to itself.

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MEGAWATT CHARGING EXPLAINED: A SIMPLE 2026 GUIDE FOR FLEET MANAGERS

If you’re catching up on reading over the holidays and wondering why everyone suddenly keeps talking about “megawatt charging”, here’s a relaxed explainer to get you ready for the year ahead.

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2026 SUBARU IMPREZA PRICE AND SPEC: SMALL CAR LINEUP CUT DOWN, PRICES RAISED

The Subaru Impreza gains more standard kit for 2026, but prices are up across the board and the small hatch lineup has shrunk.

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VOLVO ISSUES GLOBAL RECALL OF EX30 ULTRA AMID OVERHEATING RISKS

Volvo has issued a global recall for their EX30 Ultra electric vehicle (EV) due to battery overheating risks.

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9 STRATEGIES TO INCREASE FLEET FUEL EFFICIENCY AND LOWER FLEET FUEL COSTS IN 2026

Fuel efficiency delivers immediate cost savings and long-term operational benefits for Australian fleets.

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HOLDEN COMMODORE STILL MOST STOLEN CAR IN VICTORIA, BUT TOYOTA STILL CHALLENGING

Toyota vehicles are challenging the Holden Commodore’s position as the most stolen car in Victoria after overtaking it in some months of 2025.

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DRIVING TEST QUESTIONS THAT TRIP UP EVEN THE MOST SEASONED DRIVERS

Think you’ve got the road rules down pat? Think again.

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