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Several Australian automotive industry bodies have criticised the federal government’s decision to halve apprenticeship incentives from January 2026, warning that the cut will worsen the automotive sector’s chronic skills shortage and ultimately cost consumers through higher repair bills and longer wait times. The government plans to cut the Priority Hiring Incentive from $5000 to $2500 … Continue reading Auto industry slams apprenticeship incentive cuts

VASA member workshop Elizabeth Auto Electrics has made history by hosting the 100th dual trade apprentice enrolled through MTA Training and Employment’s nation-leading program. Alexander Adcock joined the northern Adelaide business as demand for advanced automotive skills accelerates in response to the federal government’s New Vehicle Efficiency Standard and the rapid uptake of hybrid and … Continue reading VASA member hosts 100th dual trade apprentice through MTA SA/NT

Ultra Tune franchisee David Banning (left) with MTA CEO Darrell Jacobs

In response to growing demand for electrified vehicles and related services, the Motor Trade Association of South Australia and Northern Territory is introducing a new EV-branded business sign to provide reassurance for owners of electrified  vehicles that their local repairer has the necessary qualifications to do the work. Continue reading EV-branded business signs for qualified repairers