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Courier-Mail
7 days ago
- Automotive
- Courier-Mail
The new car Aussies can't get enough of
Don't miss out on the headlines from On the Road. Followed categories will be added to My News. Aussies are increasingly favouring one particular type of vehicle as the new car market undergoes significant change According to the latest VFACTS data, 103,097 new vehicles were delivered last month – the strongest July result on record ever. New Toyota RAV4 Hybrid around the corner One of Australia's best-selling cars is set for a massive shake-up, as David McCowen reports. Video Player is loading. Play Video This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. 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One of Australia's best-selling cars is... ... more And a new type of car has exploded in popularity on our roads as a result of the record figures. Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries chief executive Tony Weber said the result highlights strong demand and a positive outlook among new car buyers. 'We are now seeing confidence return to the market, supported by a recent interest rate reduction and anticipation of further easing,' Mr Weber said. 'Consumers are responding with interest across most segments, particularly utes and SUVs.' While utes and SUVs continue to dominate the market, plug-in hybrids experienced a surge in growth. Total Vehicle Sales this year. Source: Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries MORE: Car giant's brutal truth: 'We're terrible' CAR THAT AUSSIE CAN'T GET ENOUGH OF According to the latest figures, Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles or PHEVs have exploded in popularity in 2025, with sales skyrocketing by 183 per cent year-to-date when compared to last year. In July along that growth was 81.1 per cent on June. There are currently more than 50 PHEV models available on the market, and plug-in hybrids are emerging as a significant option for drivers who are limited by EV infrastructure. As Mr Weber explains, PHEVs provide 'the ability to drive short distances on electric power while retaining the flexibility and range of a conventional engine'. 2025 Ford Ranger Wildtrak PHEV. Picture: Supplied MORE: Musk threat to leave Tesla, gets $42 billion Range anxiety and concerns about charging infrastructure still linger for many potential EV owners, particularly in regional Australia, where charging facilities are limited. CHINA ON THE RISE China-made vehicles continued their rapid rise, with 18,850 units sold in July, resulting in a massive 53 per cent increase compared to July 2024. So far this year, 121,788 new Chinese vehicles have been on Australian roads, marking an impressive 11.4 per cent increase. BYD is making a big impression. Picture: Mark Bean Interestingly, the BYD Shark did not make it into the top 10 list, while the Chery Tiggo 4 Pro secured seventh place with 2,065 new sales in Australia. Despite this, BYD continues to lead the charge with impressive growth figures. The company reported 4,607 units sold, resulting in a remarkable 158 per cent increase from July 2024 (1,786 units). Other Chinese brands, such as Chery, GWM, and Geely, are also gaining significant traction as Aussies seek affordable alternatives to Japanese and European car brands. Top 10 Models (by sales volume) Rank Vehicle Jul-25 Jul-24 1 Toyota HiLux 4676 4747 2 Toyota RAV4 4415 5933 3 Ford Ranger 3930 4915 4 Ford Everest 2425 2162 5 Isuzu Ute D-Max 2351 2369 6 Toyota Prado 2339 21 7 Toyota Landcruiser 2322 2464 8 Chery Tiggo 4 Pro 2065 0 9 Toyota Corolla 1963 2688 10 Hyundai Tucson 1914 1622 Source: Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries AUSSIES STILL LOVE THEIR SUVS AND UTES SUVs and utes continue to dominate the Australian new car market. SUVs accounted for 63,079 units of the 103,097 new vehicles sold in Australia last month. Or a whopping 62 per cent of all vehicles sold. The long-term trend for SUVs over the passenger vehicle segment continues, with the passenger sales down 27 per cent year to date. A major shake-up in the sales leaderboard saw Toyota reclaim dominance, with the HiLux and RAV4 outperforming the Ford Ranger, which dropped to third place. Toyota was the market leader with sales of 21,722. July 2025 Sale Results Rank Vehicle Make Jul-25 Jul-24 1 Toyota 142,700 144,006 2 Mazda 56,394 57,023 3 Ford 54,579 57,371 4 Kia 48,152 47,920 5 Hyundai 45,635 42,103 6 Mitsubishi 38,362 45,352 7 GWM 29,910 24,843 8 BYD 27,962 11,334 9 Isuzu Ute 25,869 29,724 10 MG 24,682 28,694 Source: Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries 'For every two passenger vehicles sold so far in 2025, about nine SUVs have been sold. In July, there was only one sedan in the top 20 models, the Toyota Corolla,' Mr Weber said. Toyota was the market leader with sales of 21,722 during July, followed by Mazda (7,452), Kia (7,402), Ford (7,279) and Hyundai (6,687). Originally published as The new car Aussies can't get enough of
The Australian
7 days ago
- Automotive
- The Australian
The new car Aussies can't get enough of
Aussies are increasingly favouring one particular type of vehicle as the new car market undergoes significant change According to the latest VFACTS data, 103,097 new vehicles were delivered last month – the strongest July result on record ever. And a new type of car has exploded in popularity on our roads as a result of the record figures. Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries chief executive Tony Weber said the result highlights strong demand and a positive outlook among new car buyers. 'We are now seeing confidence return to the market, supported by a recent interest rate reduction and anticipation of further easing,' Mr Weber said. 'Consumers are responding with interest across most segments, particularly utes and SUVs.' While utes and SUVs continue to dominate the market, plug-in hybrids experienced a surge in growth. Total Vehicle Sales this year. Source: Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries MORE: Car giant's brutal truth: 'We're terrible' CAR THAT AUSSIE CAN'T GET ENOUGH OF According to the latest figures, Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles or PHEVs have exploded in popularity in 2025, with sales skyrocketing by 183 per cent year-to-date when compared to last year. In July along that growth was 81.1 per cent on June. There are currently more than 50 PHEV models available on the market, and plug-in hybrids are emerging as a significant option for drivers who are limited by EV infrastructure. As Mr Weber explains, PHEVs provide 'the ability to drive short distances on electric power while retaining the flexibility and range of a conventional engine'. 2025 Ford Ranger Wildtrak PHEV. Picture: Supplied MORE: Musk threat to leave Tesla, gets $42 billion Range anxiety and concerns about charging infrastructure still linger for many potential EV owners, particularly in regional Australia, where charging facilities are limited. CHINA ON THE RISE China-made vehicles continued their rapid rise, with 18,850 units sold in July, resulting in a massive 53 per cent increase compared to July 2024. So far this year, 121,788 new Chinese vehicles have been on Australian roads, marking an impressive 11.4 per cent increase. BYD is making a big impression. Picture: Mark Bean Interestingly, the BYD Shark did not make it into the top 10 list, while the Chery Tiggo 4 Pro secured seventh place with 2,065 new sales in Australia. Despite this, BYD continues to lead the charge with impressive growth figures. The company reported 4,607 units sold, resulting in a remarkable 158 per cent increase from July 2024 (1,786 units). Other Chinese brands, such as Chery, GWM, and Geely, are also gaining significant traction as Aussies seek affordable alternatives to Japanese and European car brands. AUSSIES STILL LOVE THEIR SUVS AND UTES SUVs and utes continue to dominate the Australian new car market. SUVs accounted for 63,079 units of the 103,097 new vehicles sold in Australia last month. Or a whopping 62 per cent of all vehicles sold. The long-term trend for SUVs over the passenger vehicle segment continues, with the passenger sales down 27 per cent year to date. A major shake-up in the sales leaderboard saw Toyota reclaim dominance, with the HiLux and RAV4 outperforming the Ford Ranger, which dropped to third place. Toyota was the market leader with sales of 21,722. 'For every two passenger vehicles sold so far in 2025, about nine SUVs have been sold. In July, there was only one sedan in the top 20 models, the Toyota Corolla,' Mr Weber said. Toyota was the market leader with sales of 21,722 during July, followed by Mazda (7,452), Kia (7,402), Ford (7,279) and Hyundai (6,687). James Chung Digital Content Creator James is a Digital Content Creator at and is part of the News Corp Australia's digital real estate team. His previous experience includes working for Sky News Australia.
News.com.au
7 days ago
- Automotive
- News.com.au
New car sales data reveals dramatic shift in Aussie market
Aussies are increasingly favouring one particular type of vehicle as the new car market undergoes significant change According to the latest VFACTS data, 103,097 new vehicles were delivered – the strongest July result on record. Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries chief executive Tony Weber said the result highlights robust underlying demand and a positive outlook among new vehicle buyers. 'We are now seeing confidence return to the market, supported by a recent interest rate reduction and anticipation of further easing,' Mr Weber said. 'Consumers are responding with interest across most segments, particularly utes and SUVs.' While utes and SUVs continue to dominate the market, plug-in hybrids experienced a surge in growth. According to the latest figures, PHEVs have rocketed in popularity, with sales increasing by 183 per cent year-to-date. This represents an 81.1 per cent increase month-on-month. There are currently more than 50 PHEV models available on the market, and plug-in hybrids are emerging as a significant option for drivers who are limited by EV infrastructure. As Mr Weber explains, PHEVs provide 'the ability to drive short distances on electric power while retaining the flexibility and range of a conventional engine'. Range anxiety and concerns about charging infrastructure still linger for many potential EV owners, particularly in regional Australia, where charging facilities are limited. China-made vehicles continued their rapid rise, with 18,850 units sold in July, resulting in a massive 53 per cent increase compared to July 2024. So far this year, 121,788 Chinese vehicles have been on Australian roads, marking an impressive 11.4 per cent increase. Interestingly, the BYD Shark did not make it into the top 10 list, while the Chery Tiggo 4 Pro secured seventh place with 2,065 new sales in Australia. Despite this, BYD continues to lead the charge with impressive growth figures. The company reported 4,607 units sold, resulting in a remarkable 158 per cent increase from July 2024 (1,786 units). Other Chinese brands, such as Chery, GWM, and Geely, are also gaining significant traction as Aussies seek affordable alternatives to Japanese and European car brands. SUVs and utes continue to dominate the market. SUVs accounted for 63,079 units of the 103,097 new vehicles sold in Australia last month. The long-term trend for SUVs over the passenger vehicle segment continues, with the passenger sales down 27 per cent year to date. A major shake-up in the sales leaderboard saw Toyota reclaim dominance, with the HiLux and RAV4 outperforming the Ford Ranger, which dropped to third place. 'For every two passenger vehicles sold so far in 2025, about nine SUVs have been sold. In July, there was only one sedan in the top 20 models, the Toyota Corolla,' Mr Weber said.
Perth Now
05-08-2025
- Automotive
- Perth Now
Plug-in hybrids speed up, EVs slow down in record month
More than 110,000 Australians have started the financial year inside a new vehicle, with automotive groups recording the highest sales ever for the month of July. But not all vehicle types benefited from the spending spree, with figures released by the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries on Tuesday showing SUVs continued to dominate the market while passenger car sales slowed. Plug-in hybrid electric vehicles also picked up the pace in Australia, while consumers pumped the brakes on electric cars, particularly those from US brand Tesla. Australians bought 110,316 new vehicles in July, according to the chamber and Electric Vehicle Council, beating the previous record by more than 8000 cars. The sales record is a significant U-turn from sluggish sales earlier in 2025, and chamber chief executive Tony Weber credited better financial conditions for the renewed spending. "We are now seeing confidence return to the market, supported by a recent interest-rate reduction and anticipation of further easing," he said. "Consumers are responding with interest across most segments, particularly utes and SUVs." Sports utility vehicles continued to grow in popularity during the month, with sales rising by six per cent to represent 61 per cent of new vehicle sales recorded by the chamber. In contrast, passenger vehicles continued to fall out of favour, down by 19 per cent and making up 13 per cent of new vehicle sales. Motorists also embraced hybrid vehicles, sending sales of plug-in hybrid models soaring by 81 per cent compared to 2024. Plug-in hybrid vehicle sales have almost tripled during the year in a trend Mr Weber said was led by motorists outside major cities. "With more than 50 models available in 2025, plug-in hybrids have emerged as an important transition technology for many Australians, particularly those in regional areas or those with limited access to charging," he said. "They offer the ability to drive short distances on electric power while retaining the flexibility and range of a conventional engine." After a brief recovery during June, electric vehicles dipped in popularity during July, with battery-powered cars representing 6.5 per cent of all new vehicle sales. Another significant drop in Tesla sales fuelled the trend, with the US car maker selling fewer than 1000 vehicles during the month, down 64 per cent on July 2024. Sales of the company's Model 3 recorded the starkest fall, dropping 70 per cent compared to last July, and dragging the brand to a sales decrease of 41 per cent this year. Chinese electric car brand BYD continued to record the greatest number of electric car sales after overtaking Tesla in July, with sales of more than 4600 vehicles. Toyota's HiLux ute claimed the title of top-selling vehicle for July, followed by its RAV4 SUV and Ford's Ranger ute.
Sydney Morning Herald
03-07-2025
- Automotive
- Sydney Morning Herald
‘We're just not getting the uptake': Electric vehicle sales drive off a cliff
Australians' uptake of electric cars has plummeted despite more than 100 models now on the market, as worries about the cost of living and a lack of charging points hit sales. The number of fully electric passenger vehicles sold fell 64 per cent in the first half of this year compared to the six months to July last year, down from 68,136 in 2024 to 54,531 this year. Fully electric sports-utility-vehicle sales dropped 16 per cent during the same period, from 40,468 vehicles in 2024 to 33,887 in the first half of this year, according to sales figures from the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and the Electric Vehicle Council. However, sales of hybrid vehicles continue to grow, indicating that vehicles that save drivers on fuel costs, while producing fewer emissions, are popular with motorists. Plug-in hybrid sports-utility-vehicle sales boomed in the first half of this year to 14,386, up 83 per cent compared to the first six months of 2024. Traditional hybrid SUVs grew 27 per cent in the same time. Loading Slow EV sales do not bode well for the federal government's emissions reduction goals. It also confounds the government's generous scheme to boost EV sales with a waiver on fringe benefits tax, which can discount a vehicle's sticker price by up to $30,000 when combined with an employer's novated lease arrangement. EVs comprised about 7.7 per cent of total vehicle sales in the first half of this year, compared with 8.0 per cent in 2024 and 7.4 per cent in 2023. Clean cars are expected to deliver a big chunk of the pollution cuts needed to reach the federal government's commitment to net zero emissions by 2030.
