The $5 billion line in the sand
Pitcher Partners' Steve Bragg has spent the better part of a decade warning that Australia's dealer market is structurally too fragmented, costs are outpacing…
Pitcher Partners’ 2026 Motor Industry Update: Challenges ahead
Pitcher Partners has delivered its 2026 motor industry update to dealer audiences around the country. The data is pointed, several predictions are already proving…
Peter Warren profit hike
Peter Warren Automotive's pre-tax profit surged nearly 100%, driven by a thriving new-car market and strategic expansions, hinting at exciting growth ahead.
Dealers don’t need more protection, says industry peak body
The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries has responded to the Government’s unfair contract terms consultation with a blunt message: the current regime works, dealers…
Jaecoo makes it 50
Omoda Jaecoo celebrates a milestone with its 50th Australian dealership, marking a rapid expansion and a commitment to diverse vehicle offerings and customer support.
Peter Warren buys Wakeling
In a strategic acquisition, Peter Warren Automotive expands its reach by purchasing Wakeling Automotive's extensive dealership network, enhancing its presence in a booming market.
2026 – The top 10 industry challenges
As Australia’s automotive industry braces for 2026, impending regulations and market dynamics are poised to define dealership survival and profitability in unprecedented ways.
Auto publics grow revenue as pressures increase
Amidst rising pressures and shifting market dynamics, Australia's auto dealerships navigate inventory challenges while achieving notable revenue growth in FY25. Discover the strategic shifts…
Peter Warren revenue up, profit down
AutoExec Summary: Peter Warren Automotive has reported a revenue of $2.83 billion for FY25, an increase of $70 million from FY24, despite a 60%…
Building Your (Australian) Dream: How BYD is Localising Everything from Products to Sales Models
BYD Australia's bold localisation play goes beyond the product to reinvent how cars are sold
Inside BYD’s Candid Assessment of Hypergrowth Challenges
With BYD Australia publicly targeting market domination by 2030, new COO Stephen Collins delivers a refreshing assessment of the operational realities behind the ambition.
Eagers long-term planning is paying off
AutoExec Summary: Pitcher Partners has analysed the performance of the top three listed motor dealer groups—Eagers Automotive (ASX: APE), Autosports Group (ASX: ASG), and…
Peter Warren sees profits drop
AutoExec Summary: Peter Warren Automotive Holdings reported a challenging first half of the 2024-25 financial year, with profits plummeting by 79.4% despite a 2.2%…
Retail growth caution for 2025
AutoExec Summary: Peter Warren Automotive Holdings has issued a caution regarding the automotive market’s strength, predicting reduced profits in the first half of FY25…
Geely Enters Australia with Strategic Dealer Network and Visionary Plans
AutoExec Summary: Geely Auto has officially entered the Australian and New Zealand markets, marking a significant milestone in its long-term strategy. The launch of…
New Aston Martin showroom
AutoExec Summary: PETER Warren Automotive Holdings is constructing an exclusive Aston Martin showroom in Brisbane’s Fortitude Valley, set to open in 2025. The 455…
Land tax, the hidden holding cost
AutoExec Summary: The article discusses the hidden costs of owning dealership properties, focusing on land tax as a significant expense. It also highlights the…
Listed auto groups bow to pressures
AutoExec Summary The listed auto groups, Eagers Automotive (ASX: APE), Autosport’s Group (ASX: ASG), and Peter Warren Automotive Holdings (ASX: PWR), all experienced revenue…
PWR lifts revenue but …
AutoExec Summary Peter Warren Automotive Holdings reported a 19.4 per cent increase in revenue but a 30.6 per cent decrease in profit due to…
