The Australian auto industry reported 83,184 sales for July 2019, a 2.8% decrease year on year.

The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) said year to date total sales fell 7.7% to 637,650 units. 

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FCAI chief executive Tony Weber said that, while the figures represented a slight slowing of the downward sales trend, the market remained sluggish.

"The July sales figures continue to illustrate the tough market conditions facing the Australian automotive industry and the sensitive nature of the economy over the past 12 months.

"Tight financial lending, drought, increasing luxury car tax imposts and the federal election have all contributed to make the Australian car market one of the toughest in the world.

"But it is great news for the consumer who is spoiled for choice with attractive new car offers as automotive brands provide excellent deals to stimulate sales growth," Weber added.

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June volume fell 9.6% to 117,817 units.