Australian Automotive Dealer Association

29/10/2026

Beyond the AI hype: what actually works in a dealership?

AI will be one of the biggest conversations at NADA Show 2027 - but the useful question is no longer what AI can do.

It’s where it is genuinely improving productivity, customer experience and dealership performance.

Our latest article looks at how NADA Show 2027 is tackling practical AI, data and implementation — and why experiencing those conversations as part of the AADA Study Tour gives Australian dealers an extra layer of value.

See it. Question it. Compare notes. Decide what’s worth bringing home.

👉 Read the article: https://aadaconvention.com.au/ai-beyond-the-hype/
👉 Download the brochure: https://aadastudytours.com.au/nada-show-2027-orlando-registration/ -download-popup
👉 Register now: https://corporateblue.eventsair.com/aada-nada-2027-study-tour/nada2027

Delegate places are limited.

29/10/2026

Last week, AADA joined Andrew Leigh MP, Cassandra Fernando MP and representatives from Toyota Australia for a visit to Cranbourne Toyota.

The visit provided an opportunity to hear directly from dealers and discuss some of the key issues facing Australia's automotive industry, including Australian Consumer Law, franchising reforms and the New Vehicle Efficiency Standard.

With the automotive industry undergoing significant change, these discussions are an important opportunity to ensure the perspectives of dealers are heard by government and help inform future policy decisions.

Thank you to the Cranbourne Toyota team for hosting us, and to Andrew Leigh MP and Cassandra Fernando MP for taking the time to engage with the industry.

12/10/2026

Sponsorship & Exhibition Sales Now Open for AADA 2027

The AADA Convention & Expo returns to Melbourne on 21–22 July 2027 - and sponsorship and exhibition opportunities are now available.

Explore our new interactive floorplan to see current position availability and find the right place for your business at AADA 2027.

👉 https://aadaconvention.com.au/aada-2027-sponsors-exhibitors/

12/10/2026

New data from AADA and AutoGrab offers a snapshot of what Australians are buying in the used-car market and how tastes are shifting.

➡️ Monthly used-car sales are on the rise, with 258,127 vehicles sold in September, up 6% on August and marking a third consecutive monthly increase.

➡️ The manual is becoming a rare breed. Just 6.6% of used vehicles sold in September had a manual transmission, down from 8.3% a year earlier.

➡️ White continues to rule the road, ranking as the most popular colour across all major brands examined. Mitsubishi topped the list, with 42.1% of sales in white.

➡️ The 2WD ute is becoming an increasingly rare sight, with 82.2% of used utes sold in September being 4WDs.

➡️ Electric vehicle sales have grown to account for 2.1% of the market share in September.

From fading gear sticks to Australia's enduring love of white cars, the data reveals a few shifts and some habits that aren't going anywhere.

Read the full story for more: https://www.aada.asn.au/what-australians-want-in-the-used-vehicle-market/

16/09/2026

Early-Bird ends 16 October - and delegate places are limited.

Interest in the AADA Study Tour to NADA Show Orlando 2027 has been strong, with the Australian delegation already taking shape.

Once the available Study Tour places are filled, registrations will close - even if that happens before the Early-Bird deadline.

If you’re planning to join us in Orlando from 16–20 February 2027, now is the time to secure your place.

👉 Read more: [https://tinyurl.com/aadastudytours]

👉 Register now: [https://tinyurl.com/bdf93pnd]

👉 Download the brochure: [https://tinyurl.com/48r3839x]

08/09/2026

State vs State: The Ford Ranger rules almost everywhere.

The Ford Ranger was Australia's best-selling 1–5-year-old used vehicle in 7 of 8 states and territories in August.

The exception? The ACT, where the Toyota RAV4 pipped the Ranger 27 sales to 19.

The state-by-state numbers reveal some interesting differences in Australia's used car market!

Read the full August used car market analysis: https://www.aada.asn.au/press_release/used-car-market-picks-up-pace-as-vic-edges-nsw-in-state-by-state-growth-race/

08/09/2026

The AADA has congratulated the Albanese Government for expanding the DRIVEN Program to include EV servicing and repair equipment, a change that adopts recommendations put forward by AADA and recognises the significant investments being made by franchised new car dealers to support Australia's transition to electric vehicles.

"Recent record EV sales demonstrate that the transition is happening now. These changes will help dealers meet the challenges of the fastest transition the Australian automotive industry has ever experienced while ensuring motorists continue to have access to safe, high-quality EV sales, servicing and repair facilities," said AADA CEO James Voortman.

Read more: https://www.aada.asn.au/press_release/aada-welcomes-government-investment-in-new-car-dealers/

02/09/2026

Places are filling quickly for NADA Show Orlando 2027.

Early interest in the AADA Study Tour has been very strong, with the Australian delegation already taking shape for 16–20 February 2027.

Join us in Orlando for NADA Show, exclusive AADA events, the International Dealer Exchange, Hilton Orlando accommodation and NADA’s Welcome Reception at Universal Epic Universe.

If you’re thinking about joining us, now is the time.

Download the brochure or register now: https://aadastudytours.com.au/?popup=brochure

18/08/2026

WHAT YOU MISSED | AADA 2026 Convention & Expo

990+ attendees. 67+ Australian and international speakers. 9 live stage sessions. 28 workshops. And an Expo Floor packed with the people, products and services shaping the future of automotive retail.

If you weren’t at the AADA 2026 Convention & Expo, here’s one small final look at what you missed.

A huge thank you to all of our exhibitors who brought the Expo Floor to life. From technology and finance to insurance, compliance, training and everything in between, our exhibitors gave dealers the opportunity to discover new solutions, connect with industry experts and find smarter ways to do business.

And, of course, thank you again once again to everyone who attended, spoke, exhibited, sponsored and helped make the 2026 Convention & Expo the success it was!

10/08/2026

Registrations are now open for the AADA Study Tour to NADA Show Orlando 2027.

From 16–20 February 2027, join Australia’s automotive community in Orlando for five days of global insight, innovation, networking and exclusive experiences built around the world’s premier automotive retail event.

The AADA Study Tour includes:

• Four nights at Hilton Orlando
• NADA Show access
• International Dealer Exchange
• Exclusive AADA events
• NADA’s Welcome Reception at Universal Epic Universe
• Dedicated AADA tour hosts throughout

Early-Bird On-Ground Package: US$4,950 per person.

Discover the Study Tour and secure your place:

👉 https://aadastudytours.com.au/nada-show-2027-orlando-registration/

See what’s next. Bring it home.

Orlando. NADA Show. Epic Universe. Australia's automotive industry. Join the AADA Study Tour from 16–20 February 2027. Registrations are now open.