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As Chinese Electric Vehicles continue to flood the Australian market, European automakers are pushing for the 2025 EU emissions targets.

China continues steady market share of Australian car parc

China is the new country of origin Australian repair shops are likely to see more of and 2024 was no …
Axalta a leading global coatings company has been named as a recommended refinish supplier for BMW Group.

Axalta named as a global partner for luxury car brand

Axalta a leading global coatings company has been named as a recommended refinish supplier for BMW Group.
The automotive diesel engine market is expected to decline in the coming years, as EV uptake continues to grow across the APAC region.

Diesel engine market set for negative growth in 2025

The automotive diesel engine market is expected to decline in the coming years, as EV uptake continues to grow across …
Folklore decrees that if you keep something for long enough it could eventually be valuable. Problem is, some things can’t be forgotten for decades.

Exotic real estate for car enthusiasts

Folklore decrees that if you keep something for long enough it could eventually become valuable. Problem is, some things can’t …
SEMA week in Las Vegas is a feast of ideas but is also a great opportunity for the industry to refocus and network.

Bringing the collision industry together

SEMA week in Las Vegas, that includes the CIC quarterly conference, is a feast of ideas but is also a …
IAG, is leading a global research project to create a best practice guide for the safe use and storage of lithium-ion batteries.

​​IAG leads global research for lithium-ion battery safety guidelines

Australian insurer, IAG, is leading a global research project to create a best practice guide for the safe use and …
Updates to the 5-Star Safety Ratings program will advance safety for drivers and will help consumers make decisions on new vehicle purchases.

New inroads into tracking automated driving system performance

The US’s leading safety body is hoping to fill the gap on information relating to future technology with a voluntary …

Product and Services

Specialising in restoring and rebuilds of classic vehicles and muscle cars, Perfection Body Werx is a hidden gem in the car restoration world.

Quality restoration without compromise

Specialising in restoring and performing full rotisserie rebuilds of classic vehicles and muscle cars, Perfection Body Werx is a hidden …
Accurate vehicle measuring systems are essential technology in the collision repair industry, particularly for serious structural repairs.

The key to vehicle measuring systems

Accurate and reliable vehicle measuring systems are essential technology in the collision repair industry, particularly for serious structural repairs. 
Aerosol convenience can be a perfect way to boost productivity in the repair process. SEM is now offering four high-quality, locally made solutions.

Aerosols to boost the repair process

Aerosol convenience can be a perfect way to save time and boost productivity in the modern repair process. SEM is …
Axalta Coating Systems is leading the charge with its latest innovation to improve repair shop operations and profitability: Axalta Irus Mix.

Revolutionising paint mixing

As collision repair shops across Australia strive to improve their operations and profitability, Axalta Coating Systems is leading the charge …

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Movers & Shakers

Key challenges ahead; how the automotive industry needs to deal with the big changes

The new CEO of the Motor Trades Association of Australia, Matt Hobbs has hit the ground running in a rapidly …

Opening up the vital career gateway to the future

This year has placed recruitment issues as front and centre for many repair businesses but the new advocacy body, the …

Closing a gender gap in crash testing

Her work began with pioneering investigations into whiplash from car crashes but now road safety researcher Astrid Linder has her eye …

Entrepreneurial Women in Automotive

Owning your own business can be intimidating. But at only 25 years old that is exactly what Siobhan Macdonald took on.

The business that fills a gap in the industry

Owning your own business can be intimidating, especially if it is grappling with ever-changing automotive technology. But at only 25 …
Hiliary Bradbury from the ACIA is one name behind a team of industry veterans aiming to uplift the collision repair industry.

A people first approach to help uplift the industry

A people first approach, mixed with a desire to see the industry succeed, Hiliary Bradbury from the ACIA is one …
One of the National Collision Repairer's entrepreneurial women and future leaders of the industry, has added another award to her resume.

Star apprentice celebrated at awards night

One of the National Collision Repairer’s entrepreneurial women and future leaders of the industry, has added another award to her …

WorldSkills young talent to take on the best with Glasurit

Emerging spray painters at the WorldSkills Global Skills Challenge will be arming themselves with the latest premium refinish products from …

Special Reports

Barry Edney discusses a selection of the challenges and "hot topics” currently facing collision repairers in Europe.
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Talking Shop

For a small, country workshop, hours from the nearest city, JVS Bodyworks has done well to establish itself as a respected, quality repairer.

The soul of the country repairer

For a small, country workshop, hours from the nearest city, JVS Bodyworks has done well to establish itself as a respected, …
Celebrating 20 years of Flagstaff Autobody, but even longer in the industry, John Barry has been a leading figure in the Melbourne collision repair scene.

How one workshop leads with independence in a challenging climate

Celebrating 20 years of Flagstaff Autobody, but even longer in the industry, John Barry has been a leading figure in …
With the motto “if we remain the same, we fall behind”, it is not surprising DSI Panels is a business willing to take risks.

When rolling the dice on workshop expansion pays off

With the motto “if we remain the same, we fall behind”, it is not surprising DSI Panels is a business …
Drive is something Peter Ruggeri has never been short of. He shows how leadership and trust can help build great teams in the repair industry.

Luxury repair shop reveals what it takes to be one step above

Drive is something Geelong’s Peter Ruggeri has never been short of. Whether it is delaying his retirement to start a …
Iain Kippen from Bissell’s Paint and Panel has cracked the code for creating a healthy balance between personal life and work.

New ideas to help build a happy workplace

Leading the way with a revolutionary way of work for Australian businesses, Iain Kippen from Bissell’s Paint and Panel has …