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Australian Automotive Aftermarket Association (AAAA) says it applauds $40M grant fund to support EV charging infrastructure for independent auto repairers.

The Motor Traders' Association of New South Wales is trying to improve the image of the automotive sector.

Over 220 industry movers and shakers will gather for the sell out Women in Collision Awards in Sydney next month.

Chinese model Deepal S07 battery electric SUV achieved a score of 95 per cent for Adult Occupant Protection, matching the Toyota Camry as the top scorer for its physical protection and safe restraint.

NRMA Insurance has copped a $10,000 fine from the State Insurance Regulatory Authority NSW for non-disclosure and incorrect application of demerit point loadings on over 69,000 compulsory third party renewal policies.

Sheen Panel Service apprentices scored Gold and Silver at the last round of WorldSkill regtionals.

he Australian Government’s skill funding legislation has been widely rejected by the business community, according to the Independent Tertiary Education Council Australia.

VACC has voiced serious concerns about the Federal Government's newly announced $10,000 residential construction apprenticeship bonus scheme.

Nissan, Honda, and Mitsubishi Motors have reached a basic agreement to proceed with discussions based on the framework established in the MOU recently signed by Nissan and Honda.

MTA Queensland has announced the launch of a custom automotive work shirt in partnership with TradeMutt, the popular workwear brand that promote mental health awareness within the blue-collar community.

BASF’s Coatings division has announced that BMW Group has selected the premium refinish brands Glasurit and R-M among its preferred paint brands for its aftersales network.

The Toyota Camry, Mazda CX-80 and Zeekr X were the top performers, as each achieved five-star ANCAP safety ratings assessed against current 2023-2025 test and rating protocols.

Then Jan/Feb digital magazine is ready for your perusal. Catch up on the latest industry news, views and products. There's also a feature celebrating 100 years of Yaffa media.

In case you missed it in our Nov/Dec issue of the magazine. John Nguyen of El Toro Smash Repair Centre has invested in international training to get the best out of his Car-O-Liner equipment.

Argyle Purple earned high marks with the International CMF Design Awards judges for its innovation and commercial appeal.

East meets West

The owners of two panel shops with the same name, but many miles apart, meet in the Gold Coast.