An old colleague used to tell me – on a near daily basis – to work smarter, not harder.
There were times when I thought this was a catch phrase for laziness, but as I’ve aged it’s become more relevant than ever.
Take the constant innovations in software and technology – it’s all aimed at making aspects of our work easier … right?
Sometimes, it might feel like learning new services for hybrids and EVs, or even just implementing an online booking form for customers, is just another spanner in the works.
However, once you see technology as a way of making your life easy, you’ll be working smarter, not harder before you know it.
In this edition of Australian Car Mechanic, we touch upon this notion in a variety of ways.
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Some brands – such as Supercheap and GMB – showcase the way new online tools specifically geared towards making mechanics’ lives easier.
In terms of EVs, contributing writer Iain Curry takes us to Moreton Island, where a crafty local has built an electric Baha Beetle built to avoid dependence on fuel drops off the mainland.
No matter where you look in the workshop, there’s ways to make life easier without overtly cutting corners.
Some things take time, but if you can set yourself up for working smarter in certain areas, you can make the day-to-day so much easier, and less stressful.
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Speaking of efficiency, Penrite has revamped its manufacturing operation in Victoria. The renowned Australian oils and lubricants brand has made some massive additions to its production process, making its output more efficient and ultimately benefitting its end users.