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4 days ago | autotalk.com.au | Robert Barry

The Australian Automotive Aftermarket Association (AAAA) has introduced a national Industry Code of Conduct for the calibration of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), aimed at providing guidance to repairers on managing a growing area of vehicle safety responsibility.

4 days ago | autotalk.com.au | Robert Barry

Autocare 2025 brought together automotive professionals from across Australia for two days of training, technical insights and industry discussion at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre on June 20-21. Hosted by the Australian Automotive Aftermarket Association (AAAA), the event included business and technical training programs, a trade show with more than 120 exhibitors, and the launch of a new national ADAS Industry Code of Conduct.

5 days ago | autotalk.com.au | Robert Barry

The Victorian Automotive Chamber of Commerce (VACC) has submitted a response to the draft 2025 Motor Vehicle Insurance and Repair Industry (MVIRI) Code of Conduct, rejecting the proposed code as “not fit for purpose.” In its submission, the VACC states that the draft code fails to address the power imbalances between insurers and repairers, disregards the professional expertise of automotive repair specialists, and lacks the structural reform required to ensure the integrity and viability of...

1 week ago | autotalk.com.au | Robert Barry

New data from the latest Consumer Sentiment Report by carsales highlights key differences in how Australians aged 16–21 approach the car-buying process compared with older age groups. According to the findings, 81% of visitors aged 16–21 used the carsales platform to research vehicles—considerably higher than the 61% of those aged over 21. This group was also more likely to be exploring finance options, with 14% considering finance compared with 7% of those over 21.

1 week ago | autotalk.com.au | Robert Barry

Isuzu Australia Limited (IAL) is conducting a national training programme for its dealership network following the launch of its MY25 model range at the Brisbane Truck Show. Led by National Sales Training Manager Tim Richardson, the programme is designed to ensure dealership staff across sales, parts, service and support teams are well-versed in the technical and operational features of the new trucks.