forecasting the Australian car parc
As the first half of the year ends, it’s a good time to reflect on the changes we’re seeing in the automotive market, and how these might play out through…
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powering tomorrow: the renewable energy revolution
Renewable energy is experiencing a transformative phase worldwide, with unprecedented investments, technological advancements, and policy shifts driving the sector forward. As nations strive to meet climate goals and reduce dependency…
Continue readingjune 2024 VFACTS: the beginning of the end?
Australia has reached the midpoint of the year, and has recorded another strong sales figure, with 119,659 new vehicles delivered in June. We are however seeing conflicting trends across the…
Continue readingunderstanding financial hardship in 2024: insights from the ABA banking conference
I had the privilege of participating in a panel discussion on financial hardship at the recent Australian Banking Association conference in Melbourne. It was a great panel of experts that…
Continue readingSME employment data continues to nosedive
Updates to this research are published monthly. View previous wave The latest edition of Fifth Quadrant’s SME Sentiment Tracker shows that the current economic climate for SMEs remains challenging, with 38%…
Continue readingsneak preview: 2024 corporate fleet insights report
As we prepare to release the 2024 edition of our Corporate Fleet Insights Report, we are excited to share a sneak preview of the high-level themes that are shaping the…
Continue readingMay 2024 VFACTS: spotlight on Hybrids
Australia’s automotive industry has continued its record-breaking new vehicle sales streak, reaching an all-time record high for the month of May. Despite April dipping back below 100,000 sales (97,202), May…
Continue readingfrom urban streets to outback: ford and toyota’s duel in the australian market
In the Australian automotive landscape, the real showdown isn’t Ford versus Ferrari at Le Mans, but rather Ford versus Toyota—a rivalry that impacts the daily lives of consumers much more…
Continue readingApril 2024 VFACTS: signaling a new normal in Australian auto sales?
April’s automotive sales have broken the streak, dipping below 100,000 units for the first time this year. Despite this dip, the 97,202 new vehicle sales this month still significantly outpace…
Continue readingcruising into tomorrow: navigating generational shifts in car buying
Another month, another record set in terms of new vehicle sales. While we are seeing some brands moving into a surplus situation, that isn’t yet impacting sales volumes with Australia…
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