Driving Australia Forward

We don’t just deliver buses, we deliver trust. Trust that every vehicle reflects the integrity, resilience, and excellence that defines us as Australians. Because at VDI, we know that the best journeys are powered by more than just engines —they’re powered by people

Wholly Australian Owned and Operated

Vehicle Dealers International Pty Ltd (VDI) are a proudly Australian-owned company and have been the national distributor for Yutong vehicles since 2017. With our head office located in Sydney, VDI have established a robust nationwide network for distribution, servicing, and support. Guided by Managing Director Peter Woodward, this family-run enterprise embodies the spirit of Australia, where open roads symbolize opportunity and mateship is a way of life. VDI have built more than a business—we have fostered a community rooted in trust, resilience, and excellence. At VDI, we believe the best journeys are powered by values, not just engines, and we are proud to drive forward with the same integrity that defines our great country, one road at a time. 

New & Used
Vehicle Sales

Quality Assured and Made For Australia

Nationwide Warranty, Parts & Servicing

Wholly Australian owned and operated

In 2012, Yutong began importing buses from China and quickly achieved a significant market share. research, and customised design.

In 2014, ABC Sales & Maintenance was established in Cairns by the Woodward Family with Barry Henderson leading the team as General Manager. ABC then went on to become the North Queensland Dealer for Yutong Australia.

In 2016, Yutong decided to host its annual APAC Golf Convention in Cairns. This was the first time this has ever been hosted outside of China. During this convention, an agreement to service and support Yutong vehicles nationally was signed, and subsequently, Vehicle Dealers International (VDI) was established. In the same year, VDI became the official Australian distributor of all Yutong Spare Parts.

In 2017, VDI moved forward to manage all Spare Parts Nationally and in 2018, became the National Distributor for Yutong Australia. Despite multiple branches across Australia, VDI remains a locally owned, family-run business, led by Managing Director, Peter Woodward.

Meet the Team

Peter Woodward

Managing Director

Jaclyn Woodward

Projects and People Director

Tony Norton

Chief Financial Officer

Jennifer Mulligan

Chief Human Resources Officer

John Soars

Chief Operations Officer

Lou Riccardi

National Procurement and Commercial Manager

Mike Kennedy

Yutong Bus Centre WA General Manager

Sara Clark

National Sales Manager

Sam Gibson

National Service Manager

Chris Heraud

National Product & New Technologies Manager

Sam Burrill

National Parts Manager

Helen Milios

National Compliance and Systems Manager

Blake Duerden

National Marketing Manager

Heidi Morris

National Senior Human Resources Advisor

Peter Verbrugge

Business Development Manager

VIC, SA, TAS

Brendan Godber

Business Development Manager

NSW, ACT

Paul Lancaster

Account Manager

QLD

Karl Rogan

Account Manager

NSW, ACT

Logan Hoser

Account Manager

NSW, ACT

Peter Zervas

Account Manager

VIC

Scott Lane

BDM and Operations Manager

WA

Andrew Shuttleworth

ICE & ZEB Product & Service Technical Advisor

Luke Edwards

Product, ZEB & New Technologies Manager

Paul O'Mahoney

Service Manager

QLD

Dave Adamson

Service Manager

FNQLD, NT

Freddy Agha

Service Manager

NSW

Andrew McClelland

Service Manager

WA

Morry Lauricella

Service Manager

VIC, SA, TAS

Jeremy Markey

Customer Service Coordinator

QLD

Mark Tierney

Customer Service Coordinator

NSW

Joellene Lyons

Customer Service Coordinator

VIC, SA, TAS

Driving a Greener Future

Zero Emission Buses in Australia

VDI, in partnership with Yutong, is helping Australia move towards a cleaner, more efficient future — one bus at a time. Whether you’re starting the journey or scaling your fleet, our zero-emission buses are designed for real-world performance, local conditions, and long-term value. Together, we’re here to make net zero achievable and make your operations stronger for it.

Eco-Efficient by Design

Lower emissions, lower operating costs, and no compromises

Engineered to Outlast

Durable, proven, reliable and backed by a national service network

Built to Meet Your Goals

Whether it's funding, compliance, or community expectations, we can help you hit your targets

Yutong - Transport You Can Trust

Yutong Australia began importing buses from China in 2012 and has achieved a significant market share in varying transport industries in Australia. VDI’s range of Yutong vehicles includes coach, bus, charter and route vehicles in both diesel and battery electric configurations. VDI can additionally supply operational training for all Yutong products, supported by extensive training, operations, maintenance and spare parts manuals.

From Rainforest Roots

To National Reach

Before VDI Australia became a trusted name in the bus and coach industry, we were a small, family-owned business trying to transport guests safely and efficiently through North Queensland’s rainforests.

When the Woodward’s family business needed a way to transport guests through far North Queensland’s rainforests, they took matters into their own hands — buying buses and starting their own transport company. 

In 2014, ABC Sales & Maintenance was established in Cairns which then went on to become the North Queensland dealer for Yutong Australia.

In 2016, Vehicle Dealers International (VDI) was established and in the same year, VDI became the official Australian distributor of all Yutong spare parts.

In 2017, VDI moved forward to manage all spare parts nationally and in 2018, became the national distributor for Yutong Australia. Despite multiple branches across Australia, VDI remains a locally owned, family-run business, led by Managing Director, Peter Woodward.

TfNSW Regional Electric Bus Trials

2024 BusNSW Supplier of the Year

Get In Touch

Whether you’re expanding your fleet or need reliable support for the one you have, our team is here to help. Reach out to us for new vehicle enquiries, maintenance, spare parts, or technical advice — we’re ready when you are.