I-CAR Australia appointed Jason Trewin as chief executive officer, promoting him from his previous role as chief operating officer. Trewin has worked at I-CAR Australia for several years, where he has been involved in the organization’s growth and industry partnerships. The company provides training for collision repair standards. The board of directors approved the appointment […]
Ezi Methods Celebrates Six Million Repair Method Download Milestone
UK-based Ezi Methods has reached six million downloads of its automotive repair methods, with a user in Australia completing the milestone download. Stephen Marshall, site manager for a Drive Group repair center in Balcatta, Western Australia, downloaded the six millionth repair method from the company’s database. The platform currently contains nearly 80,000 repair methods covering […]
Australia Launches Review of Landmark Right to Repair Law
Government seeks public comments on the effectiveness of 2022 law and its impact on consumers as well as independent and dealer repair facilities. While the U.S. continues debating whether federal legislation on right to repair is necessary, the Australia government is seeking public input on its 2022 law to improve its effectiveness. On June 30, […]
Hunter Engineering Restructures International Operations with Six Field Team Changes
Hunter Engineering Company announced Tuesday a reorganization of its international field operations, that were effective May 1, aimed at improving global coordination and customer service. The automotive equipment manufacturer created six new regional management positions as part of the restructuring, redistributing territories and responsibilities across Europe, Asia, and Latin America. Kevin Dillon, previously Regional Manager […]
Australia’s IAG Acquires Royal Automobile Club of Western Australia Insurance Business
IAG today announced it will enter a strategic alliance with The Royal Automobile Club of Western Australia (RAC) that includes IAG’s purchase of the RAC Insurance (RACI) business and a 20-year exclusive distribution agreement for RAC branded home, motor and niche insurance products. The consideration comprises $400 million for 100% acquisition of RACI and $950 […]
Australian Automotive Aftermarket Association Calls for Broader Right to Repair Action
The Australian Automotive Aftermarket Association (AAAA) has welcomed the reappointment of the Hon. Dr. Andrew Leigh as Minister for Productivity, Competition, Charities and Treasury, calling it a strong signal that the Albanese Government will continue its leadership on Right to Repair reform. The AAAA, which led the decade-long campaign for the Motor Vehicle Information Scheme […]
Nexterra Launches Australian Operations to Expand Insurance and Collision Repair Services
Nexterra Solutions, LLC has launched Nexterra Australia, a new division focused on providing automotive repair and claims services to the Australian insurance and collision industry. The company, which provides automotive restoration, claims management, and service contract solutions globally, has expanded beyond its existing administrative presence in Australia to establish full-service operations in the country. “We’ve […]
Consultation Opens for Australia’s Revised Motor Vehicle Insurance and Repair Industry Code of Conduct
The public is invited to provide input on the revised Motor Vehicle Insurance and Repair Industry Code of Conduct, that is now open for consultation. Stakeholders, including businesses and individuals, have eight weeks to submit feedback before the consultation period closes on April 29. Developed in response to an independent review by Dr. Michael Schaper […]
Australia Association Calls for Amendments to Automotive Data Sharing Law
The Australian Automotive Aftermarket Association (AAAA) today called for amendments to the Motor Vehicle Information Scheme (MVIS) in response to concerns from independent workshops regarding the accessibility and cost of manufacturer diagnostic tools. Since its introduction in July 2022, the MVIS has given independent repairers access to essential vehicle manufacturer information at a fair market […]
Australia Associations Release Guide on Non-OEM Parts Usage for Collision Repair Facility Operators
The Motor Trades Association of Australia (MTAA) and the Australian Motor Body Repairers Association (AMBRA) have joined forces with HWLE Lawyers to address the usage of “Non-Genuine” (non-OEM) parts they say is a critical issue facing collision repair businesses across Australia. According to the associations, their first guide in a series, Using Non-Genuine Parts: Legal […]
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