The countdown to Autocare 2025 is officially on – and I couldn’t be more excited

As Australia’s premier training convention for automotive workshops and technicians, Autocare is more than just an event on the calendar. It is a statement about who we are, where we’re going, and what we’re building together as an industry.
This year’s Autocare, taking place June 20-21 at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, comes at a pivotal moment. We’re navigating unprecedented levels of change — from the transition to electrification and the complexities of ADAS, to workforce shortages, evolving consumer expectations, and critical questions around data access, fair competition, and future business models. The challenges are big, but so is the opportunity.
That’s why we’re opening Autocare 2025 with an unmissable session designed to go far beyond a standard industry update. ‘Critical Crossroads: Five Trends Transforming the Automotive Aftermarket Landscape’ will feature four of the most influential voices in our industry: Rob Cameron, CEO of GPC Asia Pacific, Graeme Whickman, CEO of Amotiv, Benjamin Ward, Managing Director of Supercheap Auto and Rod Camm, CEO of MTA Queensland.
These leaders bring diverse perspectives — from retail and supply chain to workforce development and industry regulation — but they’ll be united by one crucial question:
What does success look like for our industry five to seven years from now?
This isn’t just a question of trends. It’s a question of ambition. The kind of industry we become will be shaped by the decisions we make today — by how we lead, how we collaborate, and how boldly we adapt.
Autocare is our moment to align. It’s our chance to think bigger, challenge our assumptions, and invest in the kind of skills and systems that will set us up for long-term success.
This session sets the tone for Autocare 2025, which continues our tradition of delivering the largest automotive training event in the country, featuring world-class training for technicians, apprentices and workshop owners, all under the one roof.
This year, we’re proud to welcome some of the most respected US diagnostics experts for exclusive sessions — including two brand-new pre-show classes added due to popular demand on Thursday 19th June. Alongside them, we’ve assembled Australia’s leading automotive technical trainers, business experts, and industry professionals to deliver practical, high-impact education across every corner of the workshop.
Alongside the highly valuable training, Autocare also features a free to industry Trade Show, bringing together 120 leading brands, new products, live demos and emerging technologies — all under one roof. It’s a valuable opportunity to discover what’s new, what’s next, and to speak directly with suppliers, service providers and fellow professionals who are shaping the future of the workshop. The networking that happens at Autocare is one of the most powerful aspects of the event — because relationships drive progress.
Whether you’re a technician looking to take your career to the next level, or a business owner focused on long-term growth and profitability, a couple of days at Autocare could be one of the best investments you make this year.
To support the next generation of automotive professionals, we’re offering heavily discounted tickets for apprentices.
It’s an ideal opportunity for business owners to invest in their future workforce by bringing apprentices along for high-impact technical training and exposure to the broader industry. Workshops that nurture emerging talent today are building the foundations for long-term success — and Autocare is the perfect environment to inspire and equip the next generation.
And we’re not stopping there. The National Light Vehicle Modification Summit — running alongside Autocare — will bring together regulators, innovators, and modification professionals to shape the future of vehicle customisation in Australia. This is a growing and vital part of our industry, and the Summit is a unique opportunity to influence this future, so if you are in this space, come and have your say.
We talk a lot about the challenges facing the aftermarket — but Autocare is a reminder that we also have power. The power to learn, to lead, and to define our own success.
If you haven’t secured your ticket yet, now’s the time. Visit www.autocare.org.au to explore the full training program and discover everything Autocare has to offer. With so much value packed into just a couple of days, this is more than an event — it’s a catalyst for the next chapter of your business, your career, and our industry. I can’t wait to see you there.