Fiat's Exit is a Canary in the Coal Mine for Australian Car Brands Fiat's decision to abandon its passenger car market in Australia has sent shockwaves through the industry, with analysts warning that this may be just the beginning of a wider shake up.
The Italian marque's exit is not an isolated incident but rather a symptom of a more profound shift underway in the country's automotive landscape.
Australia has been one of the most open and competitive car markets in the world, thanks to its lack of tariffs or trade barriers since domestic manufacturing closed.