The MVIS Scheme Advisor was on show at Autocare

The Australian Automotive Service and Repair Authority (AASRA), the Scheme Advisor to the Motor Vehicle Information Sharing scheme (MVIS), says it was thrilled to be one of the plethora of exhibitors, presenters and participants at Autocare, the recent pre-eminent biennial automotive skills and training convention.
Across the two days the AASRA team connected with many of the doyens of the industry including national and international suppliers, industry-leading technicians and of course the independent business owners who are the heartbeat of our industry.
A key focus was to engage with many of AASRA’s existing members, and several potential new members attracted by the many recommendations from the wide array of presenters and panellists.
The comprehensive Workshop Management and Technical Training programs were in great demand, particularly the launch of the AAAA-led ADAS-Industry Code of Conduct which is aptly described as the beginning of the next technological revolution.
The highlight for AASRA was the invitation to share the stage with Jeff Smit and Brendan Sorensen from The Automotive Technician (TaT), who ran an interactive presentation entitled “Utilising OEM data for your independent repair business – the power of AASRA and the Motor Vehicle Information Sharing Scheme.”
AASRA reports that it feels Brendan and Jeff did an excellent job structuring the presentation and steering the discussion to highlight the benefits of accessing genuine OEM repair information, pointing out that correct information is no longer optional, its essential.
In his presentation, Brendan stated: “understanding fault code logic and test parameters, accessing VIN-specific wiring diagrams and pinouts, locations of components, modules, and grounds, programming and coding modules, and performing security-linked procedures (keys and immobilizer codes) all rely on OEM information. Workshops using OEM data are moving ahead. Those without it will fall behind.”
The session included a discussion on the evolution of AASRA and its role in the industry, outlining some of the more common friction points in accessing OEM portals and summarising the various ways it facilitates the smooth running of the MVIS.
“An AASRA member currently has access to 34 participating brands, representing 87 percent of the Australian carparc, although this is expected to grow with the new brands entering the market,” AASRA Executive Officer, Joe McFadries, said.
In summing up, AASRA says Jeff Smit really captured the essence of the message: “the tools are here, and the access is real. Now it’s about confidence, capability and co-operation.”

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