MotorDealerHub Editorial Team
Editorial team
The MotorDealerHub Editorial Team produces practical guides, tools and research for Australian motor dealers. Material is reviewed before publication.
Published work
dealer software15 Best Automotive CRM Platforms for Dealerships
A detailed comparison of automotive CRM platforms, including lead management, DMS integrations, pricing, AI workflows and dealership fit.
wholesale trading15 Places Australian Motor Dealers Can Buy Used-Car Stock
A practical comparison of auctions, dealer-only marketplaces, fleet disposals, private listings and sourcing platforms for Australian motor dealers.
dealer operationsUsed-car demand softens while electrified stock gains ground
What the latest Australian used-vehicle data may mean for pricing, stock selection and days-to-sell decisions.
complianceVictoria targets unlicensed online motor trading activity
Consumer Affairs Victoria has outlined findings about unlicensed used-car trading online and announced targeted compliance activity.
dealer financeVictorian drive-away duty guidance creates a DMS update task
A practical explanation of the Victorian State Revenue Office guidance affecting drive-away vehicle calculations from 1 July 2026.
industry newsJune vehicle sales set a new planning reference for dealers
How dealers can use June new-vehicle sales reporting without turning a monthly market result into a stock-ordering rule.
complianceAustralian Consumer Law for Used-Car Dealers
A practical dealer-facing guide to representations, consumer guarantees, remedies, warranties and advertising risk.
complianceConsumer Guarantees, Warranties and Used Cars Explained
The difference between automatic consumer guarantees and voluntary warranties, and how dealers can explain it clearly.
dealer operationsMotor Vehicle Information Scheme: What Dealers Should Know
How Australia’s service and repair information scheme affects vehicle handovers, customer conversations and dealer workflows.
dealer operationsUsed-Car Advertising Compliance Checklist for Dealerships
A practical pre-publication checklist for vehicle descriptions, pricing, history, condition and online listing approvals.
vehicle inspectionHow to Build a Better Used-Car Reconditioning Workflow
A practical framework for turning inspection findings into controlled reconditioning decisions without losing track of margin or time.
wholesale tradingPPSR Checks for Motor Dealers: A Buying Workflow
A practical PPSR process for used-vehicle acquisition, including VIN control, timing, certificates and escalation.
licensingNSW Motor Dealer Licence Guide for Online Dealerships
A starting point for NSW businesses buying, selling or trading vehicles online, including licence display and notification considerations.
licensingVictoria Motor Car Trader Licence: What Applicants Need to Prepare
A practical preparation guide covering premises, financial information, associates, records checks and ongoing obligations in Victoria.
dealer operationsStock Turn for Used-Car Dealers: A Practical Operating Guide
How to use stock turn, age bands, gross profit and holding cost together when managing used-vehicle inventory.
wholesale tradingHow Dealers Can Appraise Trade-Ins More Consistently
A repeatable trade-in appraisal framework covering vehicle identity, condition, market evidence, risk and retail preparation.
dealer softwareHow to Choose Dealer Software Without Buying the Wrong System
A practical evaluation framework for DMS, CRM, inventory, appraisal and dealership workflow software.
dealer financeDealer Finance and Responsible Lending: A Practical Guide
A clear operating guide to finance conversations, customer information, documentation and escalation points for dealers.
dealer financeFloorplan Finance Explained for Used-Car Dealers
How floorplan funding interacts with stock age, interest cost, acquisition decisions and exit strategy.
wholesale tradingHow Dealer Auctions Work: Before the Bid, During the Sale and After Purchase
A practical auction process for motor dealers covering eligibility, inspection, bidding discipline, settlement and transport.
vehicle inspectionUsed EV Stock for Dealers: Appraisal and Retail Preparation
A dealer workflow for assessing used EVs, explaining battery information and preparing electrified stock for retail buyers.
dealer operationsDealership KPIs Explained: The Numbers That Need Context
A practical KPI framework for used-car dealers covering leads, conversion, stock age, gross, reconditioning and cash flow.
dealer softwareDMS vs CRM for Motor Dealers: What Each System Should Own
A clear comparison of dealer management systems and CRMs, including data ownership, workflow boundaries and integration questions.