Finding and retaining skilled technicians is a key automotive industry issue Current estimates put Australian workshops short more than 25,000 qualified technicians, and more than 12,000 apprentices.Recent AAAA research studies..

Reliable access to trained technicians is a fundamental issue for the Australian automotive industry Shortages across dealership and aftermarket workshops limit their capacity to take on work, and increase the..

Automotive technicians are encouraged to take part in the new Automotive Technician Salary Benchmark Survey In the middle of a skills shortage, many are finding it increasingly difficult, if not..

Consumer automotive servicing is a battleground, with dealerships increasingly competing for service dollars Many are also shifting their focus beyond the traditional sweet spot of in-warranty servicing, seeking to retain..

Vehicle technology is a fascinating space, says ACA Research OEMs are trading off inclusions against cost as they try and deliver a package that appeals to buyers without breaking the..

We might have moved into a new year, but we haven’t left all of the past couple behind us, says ACA Research Unfortunately, one area facing ongoing disruption is global..

In this article, ACA Research takes a look at the question of whether the aftermarket should be reducing its focus on ICE vehicles As we approach the end of 2022,..

In this article, ACA Research reviews the 2022 Automotive Apprentice Survey findings As we approach the end of the 2022 school year, a cohort of students are considering their options..

In this article, ACA Research takes a look at how vehicle usage has changed in the last two years Vehicle usage used to be incredibly consistent. While there were changes,..

In this article, ACA Research takes a look at fleet electric vehicle uptake and what it means for Australian workshops We’ve talked in previous articles about the coming electrification of..