In the automotive industry, standing still isn’t an option… writes Stavros Yallouridis, Chief Executive Office, MTA NSW Group
Technology changes, customer expectations change, and the skills you need to run a successful business change, too.
That’s why I’m excited to share with Australian Car Mechanic readers that MTA ACT is officially back in action.
By bringing MTA ACT into the MTA NSW Group, the ACT’s automotive businesses will now have the backing of a 100+ strong team with a proven track record in advocacy and industry leadership.
This relaunch is designed to give ACT businesses the same level of support, training, and advocacy that thousands of NSW operators already rely on.
Whether it’s fighting for fair regulations, influencing training standards, or pushing for investment in industry infrastructure, MTA ACT will have the muscle to get things done.
Even if you’re not based in the ACT, this relaunch strengthens the industry’s overall voice.
Canberra plays a big role in shaping policy, and having a strong MTA presence there means better representation for the trade nationwide.
The ACT is also big when it comes to influence. Many policy ideas are tested there before being rolled out nationally.
That makes it the perfect place to push for rules that actually work for the trade, not against it.
By building stronger networks and better resources in the ACT, we’re building strength for the entire sector.
Training for the new generation of skills
Our industry is in the midst of a skills shake-up. EVs, hybrids, and advanced diagnostics all demand new knowledge.
Through My Trade Start and MTA NSW Training, MTA ACT members will now have access to the same high-quality apprenticeships and upskilling pathways that thousands of NSW technicians already use.
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It’s about future-proofing the workforce so we’re ready for whatever comes down the road.
When you’re running a workshop, every hour counts. MTA ACT will be offering hands-on workplace support to keep businesses running smoothly, including advice on industrial relations, help with compliance, and solutions for the everyday problems that can slow you down. The aim is simple: keep you focused on fixing cars and serving customers, not drowning in red tape.
Stronger, better, together
Being part of a membership organisation ensures every voice counts. When workshops, dealers, and technicians come together under one banner, the whole sector gets stronger. It means governments listen harder, training standards are lifted, and industry problems are solved faster.
For smaller automotive businesses especially, collective representation levels the playing field. Instead of tackling challenges in isolation, members gain the benefits of shared resources, expert advice, and a united voice pushing for better outcomes. The bigger and more connected the network, the more influence we all have.
It means your voice is being heard when new laws or standards are being set. It means ensuring your apprentices are learning the right skills for the future. That someone’s got your back when you hit a tricky IR issue.
That’s exactly what MTA ACT, and the wider MTA NSW Group, is here for. So whether you’re in Canberra, Queanbeyan, Newcastle or Tweed Heads, the message is the same: we’re stronger when we work together.