For dealerships in Australia, June has traditionally been the biggest month of the year for new-car sales, but inventory shortages (due to pandemic-related issues) are likely to impact that period. “Severe stock shortages in the lead-up to the end of the financial year — and indefinite delays among some of Australia’s most popular cars — are expected to slam the brakes on super-sharp drive-away deals in the run up to June 30,” said Car Advice. (Source: CarAdvice) Read the original article.
Todd Phillips is the editorial director of Universus Media Group Inc. and the editor of Canadian auto dealer magazine. Todd can be reached at tphillips@universusmedia.com.
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