Media Releases

The Motor Trades Association of Australia (MTAA), of which MTA NSW is a major member, has taken a significant step towards improving end-of-life vehicle management in Australia.

Katrina Nilsson, 21, credits her success as an apprentice mechanic to “supportive trainers” at the Motor Traders’ Association (MTA) NSW, who helped her develop her skills and knowledge of the automotive industry – and says there are lots of jobs out there for those keen to look.

Our Head of Government Relations and Advocacy, Collin Jennings, spent a full day in Canberra meeting with key politicians to discuss the critical issues facing the automotive industry. With a Federal Election on the horizon, it's crucial to communicate the industry's priorities early.

AMBRA and MTAA update the industry from primary initiatives, creating a Body Repair Education Series, Monitoring the MVIRI Code of Conduct review and the addition of a dedicated Code Writer.

Today, the Motor Trades Association of Australia (MTAA) has unveiled their Election Blueprint, outlining crucial support measures for the retail automotive sector ahead of the upcoming federal election.

Recently, new financial incentives have been introduced to help offset the costs associated with automotive apprenticeships, making it easier and more affordable for businesses to invest in their future workforce.

The Australian Government has now responded to the Independent Review of the Franchising Code of Conduct led by Dr. Michael Schaper, endorsing all 23 recommendations.

The Australian Government has announced changes to the $10,000 green apprentice scheme to attract more apprentices to the automotive industry and prepare them for the growing number of electric vehicles (EVs) on the road.

After almost six weeks and over 40 meetings with the Australian Government, the Government has made concessions to its New Vehicle Efficiency Standards legislation which was released earlier this week.

This position paper outlines the necessary areas that the industry sees as crucial to successfully transitioning the industry, including: jobs and skills, a structured roll out of zero and low emission vehicles, assisting small and medium businesses and an end of life strategy that protects our environment.