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MTA NSW is urging the state government to help close the skills gap by funding automotive training opportunities and developing pathways for workers to transition into the automotive industry. The industry body is also calling for increased access to electric vehicle (EV) training for small and medium-sized businesses, and the removal of stamp duty on EVs to help the state reach its EV target.

MTA NSW is pleased to announce that our first Connect event for 2024 will be held in Newcastle. Members in the Newcastle region are invited to this exclusive event on Wednesday, May 15th, 2024 at the Newcastle Museum (McIntire Room).

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.

Kynan has been handpicked to join the 2024 Skillaroos Training Squad after his impressive performance in the Automotive Refinishing category at the WorldSkills National Championships in Melbourne.

Our association has recently submitted annual recommendations to the NSW Government for the 2024/2025 NSW State Budget, outlining a comprehensive plan to support the state's transition to electric vehicles (EVs) and future-proof the automotive industry.

MTA NSW is working hand in hand with the Motor Trades Association of Australia (MTAA) representing the automotive industry in the development of the New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES), to steer the government toward a more balanced and sensible approach.

MTA NSW launches automotive industry jobs board to tackle skills shortage The innovative platform is designed to encourage pathways into the automotive industry and get apprentices on shop floors faster to mitigate the ongoing industry skills crisis.

We're launching our very own jobs board in early March, focused solely on the automotive industry.

The Code Administration Committee is working towards a major update to the Motor Vehicle Insurance and Repair Industry (MVIRI) Code of Conduct.

2024 marks a significant milestone for MTA NSW, as financial members engage in the pivotal process of electing a new Board for the Association. Entrusted with the critical responsibility of defining the strategic direction and formulating policies, the incoming Board will govern the organisation to fulfil its mission and achieve its set goals.