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Rate hikes and soaring petrol prices have cut $450 from household budgets

This is the biggest hit to household budgets in decades

Household budgets are under pressure from multiple directions

Australian households are facing significant financial strain

For dealers: Australian dealers need to be aware of the reduced household budgets and adjust their pricing and marketing strategies accordingly

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The ADME angle

The $450 cut to household budgets will directly impact new car sales, as families reassess their priorities and cut back on discretionary spending

What it means for pricing and margin

Dealers will need to review their pricing strategies to remain competitive in a market where households are looking to save money, potentially by offering more competitive financing options or discounts

The impact of rate hikes and petrol prices will be felt most keenly in the lower end of the market, where households are already struggling to make ends meet, and dealers may need to adjust their stock and ordering to reflect this

The competitor response

Competitors who are able to adapt quickly to the changing market conditions will be best placed to capture market share, and dealers should be prepared to respond to aggressive pricing and marketing tactics from their rivals

Dealers who can offer fuel-efficient vehicles or alternative fuel options may be able to capitalize on the soaring petrol prices, and should consider highlighting these features in their marketing and sales pitches

Taking action

One decisive action a dealer could take this week is to review their inventory and pricing, and consider offering targeted promotions or discounts to households who are feeling the pinch, such as a 'fuel efficiency' package or a 'budget-friendly' financing option

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What it means for pricing and margin

The competitor response

Taking action