Federal Government announces consultation on reforms to automotive franchising
On 14 August 2019 the Federal Government announced it will shortly commence industry consultation on the development of new draft…
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Sparing yourself the trouble – A defence to design infringement
Further to the earlier article regarding trade mark infringement in respect of aftermarket parts in the automotive industry, this article…
Industry focus: use of OEM trade marks in the automotive aftermarket
The automotive aftermarket is the secondary market for the manufacture, sale and installation of vehicle parts and accessories after the…
Mitsubishi Triton owner awarded full refund under Australian Consumer Law over misleading fuel consumption claims
On 27 May 2019, the Victorian Civil & Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) ordered Mitsubishi Motors Australia Pty Ltd (Mitsubishi) and a…
Automotive Industry Group Regulatory Update – June 2019
Welcome to the June 2019 HWL Ebsworth Automotive Industry Group Regulatory Update. HWL Ebsworth seeks to keep you updated with the…
Government to consider extending protections from unfair contract terms which would apply to car dealers
Assistant Treasurer the Hon Stuart Robert MP announced on 29 March that the Morrison government would be strengthening protections from…