Further Code changes to protect dealer interests
The Federal Government has now amended the Franchising Code of Conduct (Code) to introduce significantly higher penalties and new penalties…
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Automotive Industry Group Regulatory Update – December 2021
Welcome to the December 2021 HWL Ebsworth Automotive Group Regulatory Update. HWL Ebsworth seeks to keep you updated with the…
Automotive Industry Group Regulatory Update – July 2021
Welcome to the July 2021 HWL Ebsworth Automotive Group Regulatory Update. HWL Ebsworth seeks to keep you updated with the changing…
Landmark reforms announced today for the franchising sector affecting dealers
The Federal Government today released the Competition and Consumer (Industry Codes—Franchising) Amendment (Fairness in Franchising) Regulations 2021 (Code Amendments). The…
(Mis)labelling: manufacturer and dealer liable for misrepresentations
Background In what may prove to be a significant decision for the automotive industry, on 12 May 2021 the Supreme…
Landmark reforms to automotive franchising
The Federal Government announced on 12 March 2021 that it intended to make significant reforms for the automotive industry which…