The end of Australia’s automotive manufacturing
sector might be a positive for car sales, with more brands and
possibly more money spent by car companies on marketing their products being possible outcomes
Business Review Weekly reports that John Bradley, CEO
of car dealers Preston Motor Group, has said that he expects new brands – such as
a Ford’s Mustang and more offerings from GM Holden– might be seen in the future.
“I’ve no doubt that Holden will send some
great cars as well, he told BRW.
“So while it is sad what has happened to
the manufacturing industry, the closures should not in themselves hurt car
yards.”
He also said that car companies in Australia might
invest money spent in manufacturing locally into their marketing, at least initially.
Other possibilities mentioned included a reduction in the number of dealerships due to consolidation and the removal of the small tariffs remaining on imported cars.
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