Mixed industry reaction to extended unfair trading practice protections
There has been a mixed industry reaction to the Albanese Government announcement regarding the extension of unfair trading protections to small businesses.
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MTAA calls for the ACCC to reject insurance acquisitions
The Motor Trades Association of Australia (MTAA) and its body repair committee, the Australian Motor Body Repairers Association (AMBRA), are urging the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) to reject two proposed insurance industry acquisitions.
Landmark recognition for electric vehicle technicians
In partnership with its state associations, the Motor Trades Association of Australia (MTAA) has secured formal recognition for Electric Vehicle (EV) Technicians. This landmark decision will reshape Australia's automotive industry.
Evidence wins the day for core skills migration reform
The Motor Trades Association of Australia (MTAA) welcomes the Australian Government's decision to include many automotive trades in the new Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL), marking a milestone for the industry's workforce development.
MTAA supports Australian Design Rules review
The Motor Trades Association of Australia (MTAA) welcomes the government's announcement of an independent review of the Australian Design Rules (ADRs), viewing it as a crucial step in removing regulatory barriers and promoting innovation in the market across cars, trucks and motorcycles.
MTAA applauds ACCC action but says more improvement needed
The Motor Trades Association of Australia (MTAA) welcomes action taken by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) against Honda Australia for an alleged breach of the Motor Vehicle Information Sharing Scheme (MVIS).
MTAA Election Blueprint seeks sustainable automotive future
The Motor Trades Association of Australia (MTAA) has unveiled its Election Blueprint, outlining support measures for the retail automotive sector ahead of the federal election.
Federal Parliament passes New Vehicle Efficiency Standards Bill into law
Reaction from industry stakeholders to the passage of the New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES) Bill through the Federal Parliament into legislation has been mainly positive. This legislation provides the framework for Australia's automotive industry to transition to a low and zero-emission future.
MTAA says apprenticeship changes are the right step forward
The Motor Trades Association of Australia (MTAA) welcomes the changes made to the New Energy Apprenticeship Program by the Australian Government.
MTAA and EVC welcome NVES revisions
Following six weeks of negotiations, the Albanese Government has made adjustments and revised the National Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES) consultation option while ensuring what it believes is a sustainable and effective standard.
