The Motor Trades Association of Queensland (MTA Queensland) wants it members to be prepared for the transition from the servicing and repairing internal combustion engines (ICE) to that of electric motors and traction batteries and it will host five free workshops across the state to start the ball rolling.
Queensland has seen EV registrations increase by 466% during the past three years with nearly 25,000 registered EVs on the state’s roads.
MTA Queensland cites international case examples suggesting revenue from servicing an EV is 42% lower than the ICE equivalent.
“Businesses will need to think carefully about their next move in this fast-changing environment,” its says.“Being ahead of the game and working out a strategy for your business’s future is critical. Now is the time to start planning.”
MTA Queensland, under the Queensland Government’s VET Emerging Industries program, is hosting free workshops across the state to help automotive businesses prepare for EVs, taking them through everything they need to be aware of to thrive in an electric world.
“Business owners will leave the workshop better informed and with a tailored business plan to help them map out their future,” it says.
“This workshop will help those who choose to expand their business to accommodate EVs, continue to specialise only in internal combustion engines, or adapt to be a mix of the two.”
The transition to EVs is very different to previous technology changes, says MTA Group chief executive Rod Camm.
“Put simply, if the industry does not plan and prepare we can expect to lose a considerable percentage of businesses.
“This is why MTA Queensland, as the body representing businesses in the automotive industry, is doing what we can to deliver valuable information and resources to keep business owners informed and ensure they can continue to thrive in the future,” Camm says.
“We want to see automotive businesses across the state take advantage of this great opportunity and welcome all industry stakeholders, whether they are members or not, to come along and learn how they can prepare their business to seamlessly accept EVs for maintenance and repairs in their workshop.”
Free sessions planned include at the Brisbane SunPac on August 30, 7.30am-9.30am; Sofitel Gold Coast, September 5; Maroochydore Surf Club, September 6; Townsville Hotel Grand Chancellor, September 11; Pullman International in Cairns, September 12; Rydges Mackay, September 13; and Oaks Toowoomba, September 20; all 7am-9am.
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