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Geoff Gwilym

EVs, dealers and Australia: The big picture

Electric vehicles have been a contentious topic for the Australian automotive industry. Some industry experts convened a panel at the Australian Automotive Dealers’ Association conference and expo in Brisbane to discuss the sector.

VACC honours the next generation of automotive leaders

The Victorian Automotive Chamber of Commerce (VACC) says during Australia’s most acute labour shortage more than 248 apprentices have entered the automotive workforce.At an invitation-only gala event in Melbourne – hosted by Shane Jacobson – the VACC Automotive Apprenticeships group scheme recognised graduating apprentices and trainees.Eight award winners also received recognition for outstanding achievements during their short automotive careers.

VACC: Australia is not ready for an EV boom

Prime Minister Scott Morrison’s recent pledge that Australian motorists will own and drive 1.7 million zero and low emissions vehicles (ZLEVs) by 2030 has hit a speed hump says an industry body.

Auto is open campaign launched

The automotive industry remains open and ready to keep millions of Australian motorists on the road. That’s the message from the Victorian Automobile Chamber of Commerce (VACC), which has launched Auto is open, a multi-media community awareness initiative.