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Unlocking the potential of the independent service workshop

Robert Barry · 0 comments

Autocare 2025, Australia’s largest automotive training event, will deliver a learning experience for workshop owners and managers who want to improve efficiency, future-proof their businesses, and boost profitability.

Hosted by the Australian Automotive Aftermarket Association (AAAA) and sponsored by mycar Tyre & Auto, Autocare will take place on 20 – 21 June at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre (BCEC). 

The event will feature a Workshop Management Training Program to help business owners and managers navigate rapid technological advancements and a shifting car park and deploy best practice strategies to ensure they stay competitive and thrive in a fast-changing industry.

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The training program will cover topics including key industry trends, AI integration in workshops, talent acquisition and retention, the future viability of the ‘all makes & all models’ repairer model, strategic marketing, navigating workshop risks, staff productivity, leadership innovation, anticipating and adapting to the needs of tomorrow’s customers, the ADAS national industry code, the impact of EVs on the aftermarket, and maximising OEM data. 

Attendees will gain insights that can immediately impact their businesses, learning from industry leaders with firsthand experience and real-world expertise on navigating today’s challenges. 

“Autocare 2025 is a must-attend event for workshop owners and managers who want to take their business to the next level,” AAAA chief executive Stuart Charity says. 

“We have gathered the industry’s best and brightest all in one place to share their expertise and help workshops succeed in an increasingly complex and competitive landscape.” 

Autocare 2025 will feature a Technical Training Program designed for technicians and apprentices. 

This program will provide hands-on sessions covering advanced diagnostics, servicing next-generation vehicles, and mastering tools and techniques to keep up with vehicle repair and maintenance advancements.

Attendees can explore the complimentary industry Trade Show, which features 120 companies showcasing automotive products and services. At the same time, a networking event on the show floor will offer opportunities to connect with industry peers.

The National Light Vehicle Modifications Summit will also be held alongside Autocare. This game-changing event brings together aftermarket leaders, manufacturers, and regulators to collaborate on national vehicle standards to protect the industry’s future. 

Join thousands of technicians, business owners, and industry leaders during two days of learning and networking in Brisbane. www.autocare.org.au

Robert Barry

Robert Barry has been reporting on the Australasian automotive and transport sector since June 2003. A member of the New Zealand Motoring Writers Guild since 2005, Robert has also previously held the positions of secretary, vice-president and president. His work has appeared in newspapers, magazines, and on the web. He holds a Class 2 and a Class 4 heavy transport licence and knows his way around a manual transmission.

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