Is Your Workshop Future Ready? – Event Recap

Recognising the need to support and prepare the industry as it navigates through a period of rapid technological advancements, the MTA SA/NT and RAA collaborated to host the ‘Is Your Workshop Future Ready?’ event.

This event was held on February 28, 2024 at the MTA’s Royal Park Training and Employment Centre and saw over 150 guests in attendance.

Industry experts and senior leaders from both the RAA and MTA delivered presentations, outlining the future trends and technological advancements expected to shape the industry.

This event covered a broad range of topics, from electric vehicle (EV) advancements and safety protocols to innovative repair techniques and industry regulations, also allowing attendees to ask questions, share experiences and discuss strategies for future readiness.

“The MTA is dedicated to preparing the industry and our members for the future, ensuring they are able to deal with the unique challenges and opportunities that may arise as the market sees an increase in hybrid and battery electric vehicle sales,” said Darrell Jacobs, MTA SA/NT CEO.

After the event, attendees had the opportunity to tour the MTA’s training facilities, providing them with a firsthand look at the cutting-edge technologies and training methods being utilised by the MTA Training and Employment to keep pace with industry changes.

Keynote speakers included:

• Dorothy Nycz, RAA’s General Manager of Automotive Services & Strategic Projects.

• Darrell Jacobs, MTA SA/NT CEO

• Emma Sutcliffe, EV FireSafe Director

• Matthew Hobbs, Motor Trades Association of Australia CEO

• Roger Nardi, Australian Automotive Service & Repair Authority (AASRA) Executive Officer

• Luke Varnas, BYD Australia New Zealand General Manager SA

• Simon Halford, RAA’s Manager of Approved Repairer Service and Future Technology, on behalf of IM Group

• Jodi Ryan, MTA SA/NT General Manager, Apprenticeships

MTA CEO Darrell Jacobs speaks at ‘Is Your Workshop Future Ready?’ event.