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Abolition of Registration Labels on cars is a wrong move
date released
29/09/2011
The Motor Traders’ Association of NSW is opposed to the abolition or registration stickers based on the Western Australian experience.
Western Australian car repairers say there has been a dramatic increase in the number of unlicensed vehicles turning up in their workshops since the abolition of registration stickers. They say this situation is of concern because their employees often have to take cars on test drives, and run the risk of driving unlicensed vehicles and not having insurance cover if involved in a road accident.
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MEDIA CONTACT: Nicole Smith
02 9213 4203 or 0401 520 373
nicole.smith@mtansw
The Motor Traders’ Association of New South Wales will celebrate its 100th year of service to the Motor Industry at the iconic Sydney Town Hall Saturday 12th June.
The MTA NSW was founded on the 16th January 1910; this was a day to remember for the Motor Industry in Australia. Formed by a group of concerned motor vehicle businessman who decided that an Association should be established to protect their mutual interest and promote the Motor Industry.
100 years later the MTA NSW is the oldest State based Motoring Association in Australia and is also the largest representing more than 5,000 motor industry businesses ranging from repairers to New Car Dealers.
MTA will be acknowledging Life Members and Past Presidents of the Associations who have made an outstanding contribution to the Motor Industry.
MTA NSW will also celebrate its 3 oldest continuous memberships:
1. H E Lancaster ii Singleton joined MTA on the 20th May 1924.
2. J R Sealey in Condobolin joined MTA on the 18th December 1929.
3. Hayes Toyota in Murwillumbah joined MTA on the 20th April 1930.
All three collectively have more than 100 years of Trading in the Motor Industry.
James McCall CEO of MTA said “it is not often that a business remains boyant for this length of time let alone support their Association”
“MTA and the benefits and services it provides to members have assisted these businesses as well as many more through these decades”
MTA historical dates to remember: 1914 MTA held the first Motor Show 1922 Registered as an Industrial Union for Employers 1939 Lobbied the Government for the introduction of a Vehicle Safety Check (now known as the Pink Slip) 1974 Played a vital role in the introduction of the Motor Dealers Act 1980 Formed Group Apprentice Scheme 1981 Played a vital role in the introduction of the Motor Vehicle Repairs Act
MTA was the first organisation to introduce a Code of Ethics which all members were obligated to follow, it gave the community a sense of comfort when dealing with a MTA member.
MTA’s continued success is shown in the prestigious sponsorship of the MTA Centenary Gala Ball by significant groups including Capricorn Society, Commonwealth Bank, MTAA Superannuation, QBE, Consolidated Lawyers, Auto Group Australia and MTA Apprenticeships Plus.
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MEDIA CONTACT: Nicole Smith
02 9213 4203 or 0401 520 373
nicole.smith@mtansw
The Motor Traders Association of NSW applauds the action of Government and particularly the Minister David Campbell to ensure written off-motor vehicles no longer represent a danger to the public or a mechanism to legitimize stolen vehicles.
MTA CEO James McCall said “a great many written off vehicles are purchased at auction by “back-yard” repairers, cosmetically repaired and put back on the road in an unsafe condition. Many of these vehicles are death traps.”
“There is also substantial evidence highlighting that the availability of repairable written-off vehicles is significantly contributing to motor vehicle based crime” said James McCall, CEO of MTA NSW “the industry welcomes any effort to reduce criminal activity and unsafe vehicles on our roads”
The decision announced today by the Minister, David Campbell, shows that the NSW Government recognises the seriousness of this growing problem and has the courage to act in the best interest of NSW consumers, despite intense opposition from the insurance industry and its agents.
Negative comments on this decision have been made by the Motor Vehicle Theft Reduction Council [MVTRC] – consumers should be reminded that this Council is heavily funded by the Insurance Industry and it is no surprise to us that the Council is making comments that would please insurers. In fact, we have a letter from the Insurance Council of Australia implying that their financial support to the MVTRC would be withdrawn if it did not stop supporting moves to get rid of repairable write-offs”. McCall said
There are, on average 35,900 vehicles written off annually in NSW. Considering these vehicles are assessed by insurance companies as unfit for repair it is distressing that approximately 13,600 of these vehicles are presented for re-registration each year.
“It is important to note that whilst the overall motor vehicle theft figures have reduced in recent years” continued Mr McCall “the number of vehicles that are unrecovered each year has remained static and in some years actually increased.
“When a vehicle is unrecovered it is usually an indication that professional gangs are involved” says Mr McCall
Professional gangs employ a variety of methods to cover their crimes and re-birthed vehicles find their way back into the market, usually purchased privately from an unknown person. The unsuspecting buyer then finds out the vehicle has previously been written-off and in some instances the vehicle is seized by Police as it has been repaired using stolen parts or the identifiers have been interfered with.
“Even if a vehicle is not repaired using stolen parts, backyarders repair the written off vehicle using whatever means necessary and have no regard for the ongoing safety of the vehicle.
“I have seen written off vehicles repaired without replacing airbags that have been deployed and the wiring is interfered with so that the driver has no idea the airbags won’t work in a collision” Mr McCall said.
MEDIA CONTACT: James McCall
Chief Executive Officer, Motor Traders’ Association of NSW
02 9213 4222 or 0438 807 009
Motor Traders’ Association Wins Prestigious NSW Safe Work Award 2009
date released
30/10/2009
Finance Minister, The Hon. Joe Tripodi, presented winners of the WorkCover NSW Safe Work Awards, with their awards at Sydney’s Rosehill Gardens Grand Pavilion last Thursday night.
The Minister said “It is particularly rewarding this year to see a high number of entries at such a high standard, especially at a time when NSW businesses are recovering from the economic downturn. The number of entries this year topped 100 for the third year in a row, and featured a healthy and highly inventive mix of first-time award entrants and businesses that have come to regard the Safe Work Awards as a major inspiration to improve their safety practise”
Mr Tripodi went on to say “The high standard of entries set the judges a particularly challenging task this year representing solid proof that the workplace safety message is being increasingly embedded in the minds of employers and workers.
There were five categories in all with the first four open to self-nomination. The fifth award [WorkCover’s Leadership Safety Award], which was won by the Motor Traders’ Association of NSW, was selected only from bodies nominated by the Senior Management of WorkCover.
MTA’s CEO said “We are very proud to receive this award as an endorsement of the substantial work we have undertaken, in partnership with WorkCover, to bring about safer working conditions in the motor trades across NSW. I commend all staff involved in the WorkCover partnership and particularly our Workplace Relations Division led by Deputy CEO Greg Hatton and the OH&S project team, David Berlusconi, project leader, and his support Ashley Goss, for their brilliant work in devising and implementing the on-line, web based OH&S and Workers’ Compensation management system, which was a major factor in MTA earning this award.”
MEDIA CONTACT: James McCall
Chief Executive Officer, Motor Traders’ Association of NSW
02 9213 4222 or 0438 807 009
The Motor Traders’ Association of NSW has launched an Environmental Accreditation program for the motor industry. The Accreditation is run through the MTA’s Green Stamp Plus program and recognises the environmental achievements of businesses in the motor industry.
“Consumers are increasingly interested in the green credentials of the businesses they deal with. Achieving Green Stamp Environmental Accreditation demonstrates that businesses’ commitment to sustainable and clean practices, and will make that business more attractive to potential customers,” said MTA NSW CEO, James McCall.
“The motor industry has a lot of environmental issues to deal with, and the Association has witnessed the industry embracing these challenges through implementing new technologies and processes. A growing number of businesses have implemented operating processes and are managing particular wastes to a standard never previously achieved in Australia. These achievements should be recognised,” added McCall.
He further stated “As more businesses are rewarded for their environmental initiatives and display the Green Stamp, the profile of the industry will be raised.”
McCall added “Achieving Green Stamp Plus Accreditation is a tangible reward for businesses’ good environmental practices. Becoming accredited gives businesses in the motor industry the opportunity to market its environmental achievements as well as raise morale amongst staff. I would encourage all businesses to seriously consider applying for Accreditation.”
The MTA runs the Green Stamp Plus program for the motor industry in NSW and the ACT. Green Stamp services are available to both Members and non-members of the Association. As well as Accreditation, MTA provides free onsite environmental checks in addition to articles, information guides, Product & Service Directory and sample management plans and policies.
Accreditation is based on a merit system of set criteria relating to environmental management, liquid waste disposal, energy and water efficiency, waste reduction and recycling, spill management, air pollution management, noise pollution management and wastewater management. Businesses that achieve Accreditation are awarded with the “Green Stamp” and are able to promote this to their clients and potential customers.
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MEDIA CONTACT: James McCall
Chief Executive Officer, Motor Traders’ Association of NSW
02 9213 4222 or 0438 807 009
The Motor Traders’ Association of NSW welcomes the Roads and Traffic Authority of NSW moving to improve the management and re-registration of written off motor vehicles.
“There is substantial evidence highlighting that the availability of repairable written off vehicles is significantly contributing to motor vehicle based crime” said James McCall, CEO of MTA NSW. “The automotive industry welcomes any effort to reduce criminal activity and unsafe vehicles on our roads.”
James McCall added “There is abundant evidence of unsafe vehicles on the road risking lives of Australian families.”
The paper released today by the NSW Roads Minister, Michael Daley, shows that the NSW Government recognises the seriousness of this growing problem.
There are, on average, 35,900 vehicles written off annually in NSW. Considering these vehicles are assessed by insurance companies as unfit for repair it is distressing that approximately 13,600 of these vehicles are presented for re-registration each year, having been sold through the auctions, repaired by backyarders and sold to unaware buyers.
“It is important to note that whilst the overall motor vehicle theft figures have reduced in recent years,” continued Mr McCall, “the number of vehicles that are unrecovered each year has remained static and in some years actually increased,”
“When a vehicle is unrecovered it is usually an indication that professional gangs are involved” says Mr McCall.
Professional gangs employ a variety of methods to cover their crimes and rebirthed vehicles find their way back into the market, usually purchased privately by an innocent member of the community. The unsuspecting buyer then finds out the vehicle has previously been written off and in some instances the vehicle is seized by Police as it has been repaired using stolen parts or the identifiers have been interfered with.
“Even if a vehicle is not repaired using stolen parts, these vehicles are repaired in unlicensed people’s backyards using whatever means necessary with no regard for the ongoing safety of the vehicle. Vehicle safety or structural integrity is not tested before the vehicle is re-registered. These backyard repairs are not being monitored.”
“I have seen written off vehicles repaired without replacing airbags that have been deployed and the wiring is interfered with so that the driver has no idea the airbags won’t work in a collision” Mr McCall said.
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MEDIA CONTACT: James McCall
Chief Executive Officer, Motor Traders’ Association of NSW
02 9213 4222 or 0438 807 009
I am very pleased to stand side-by-side with GM Holden CEO and Chairman Mark Reuss today to say the jobs of over 6000 Australian workers are secure.
General Motors in the United States has filed for Chapter XI bankruptcy overnight, but Holden has not been included.
Holden is safe.
Holden has told the Government that there will be:
No change for employees or for Holden supplier payment arrangements;
No change to Holden dealer and warranty arrangements;
No direct impact on local design, engineering and manufacturing operations; and
No change to Holden’s plans to produce a new, four-cylinder, fuel-efficient car in Australia.
I would like to pay tribute to the workers and their families who have endured month upon month of uncertainty, and who have already made considerable sacrifices. Their loyalty and resilience is one of Holden's greatest assets.
This sort of result does not come about by accident.
Holden management, workers, unions, and the Australian Government, have done the hard yards in the lead up to this day and that work has borne fruit.
The introduction of the new Holden four-cylinder car – to be built in Australia and backed by $149 million from the Australian Government and $30 million from the South Australian Government – has been central to securing a bright future for Holden.
This is an example of what we can do in this nation when we work together.
It is an extraordinary result in the middle of a global recession, and one every Australian can be proud of.
Media Contact: Catriona Jackson, Minister's Office, 0417 142 238
$3000 cash for old cars aimed at boosting car industry
date released
23/03/2009
MTA is calling on the Government to follow Europe and the US and implement a stimulus plan to pay drivers $3000 for crushing their old cars.
The scheme is intended to rid Australia of polluting, unsafe cars while providing a much-needed boost to the struggling car industry.
Similar projects are up and running in France, Germany and Brazil, where they have led to an immediate rise in car sales. Germany's new car sales are up by 10 per cent.
Meanwhile, a Bill proposing a similar plan is being considered in the US congress under the banner 'cash for clunkers'.
The Motor Traders Association of NSW has written to Treasurer Wayne Swan explaining the benefits of the initiative, while the Motor Traders Association of Australia (MTAA) has commissioned think tank Access Economics to produce economic modelling on the costs.
The MTA NSW has asked the Government to pay up to $3000 to crush cars more than 10 years old.
Once the car was destroyed the owner would get a certificate to be presented at a car dealership to receive $3000 off a new car.
"We are not specifying buy Australian or anything else," MTA NSW's James McCall said.
"We need to help the industry, including 103,000 small businesses that make a living from the car industry and 318,000 workers."
The MTAA said there were 15 million vehicles in Australia, about half more than 10 years old.
About 2 million of those are worth less than $3000.
Once you remove vintage cars, there would be about 1.5 million vehicles eligible for the scheme.
"The key is the grant has to be at least equal to what the owner would get if they traded it," Mr McCall said.
"Our submission asks the Government to set aside a maximum of $4.5 billion, spread over three years, which will be plenty to cover the cost.
"But it's not just a one-way street. In addition to saving jobs, which is ultimately good for the economy, the Government will get 10 per cent GST on the new car sales."
New vehicles sales slumped to a six-year low in February, data shows.
The Australian Bureau of Statistics reported new motor vehicle sales fell by a seasonally adjusted 3.5 per cent to 73,190 vehicles in February, down from 75,879 in January.
The last time sales were this low was March 2003.
“Backing our Farmers” – the Road to Recovery
date released
06/02/2009
“Backing our Farmers” – the Road to Recovery: Applications Open Soon for Grants for Farmers and Rural Australia
Drought and rebuilding rural communities is something that’s close to our heart.
When you shop at Woolworths on Friday 20 February, 100% of the profits from the day will go to funding applications for Community Infrastructure and Emergency Assistance grants for farmers and rural Australia.
The Country Women’s Association will again be facilitating the grants program on behalf of Woolworths. $10 million has been donated to individuals and farming families over the past two years from this fund. So please consider shopping at Woolworths on Friday 20 February to support this year's important program.
Applying for Grants:
There are two grant programs available to apply for:
The Community Infrastructure Grant: Rural communities can apply for funds for community building, infrastructure and maintenance projects, further guaranteeing farming communities not merely survive, but get back on the road to recovery
The Emergency Assistance Grant: Individuals, farmers and families can apply for Emergency Assistance funds for every day expenses such as pre-school fees, school uniforms, groceries, medicines
Application forms will be available from 9 February 2009
Individuals and communities wishing to apply for Grants can call 1800 237 876
The processing of applications and the allocation of funds will be made after 20 February 2009 for the Emergency Assistance Grants
Applications of the Community Infrastructure Grant will close on 30 April and will be processed thereafter
All applications will be managed and processed by the CWA
Where does the money come from?
100% of the profits from sales at Woolworths and Safeway supermarkets on Friday 20 February 2009 will be donated to the Country Women’s Association for the Community Infrastructure and Emergency Assistance grants.
Lesley Young
National President
Country Women's Association of Australia phone: 03 6426 7235 email:elphin.grove@bigpond.com
Auto industry update - 15/01/09
date released
15/01/09
James McCall, CEO, Motor Traders' Association of NSW, discusses issues surrounding the auto industry and the effect of the global financial crisis
Motor Industry President meets with local Business
date released
24/11/08
The MTA NSW President, Mr Steve Borg, will be hosting a President’s Breakfast for Members of the Motor Traders’ Association of New South Wales in 3 regional locations.
Business owners, managers and their staff from local automotive businesses will be attending to hear about pressing issues facing small businesses in the industry such as the economic downturn, private car sales and a lack of consumer information about prime vehicle servicing.
The President’s Breakfasts are part of a regional tour encompassing the Taree, Newcastle and Central Coast regions, supporting local automotive businesses in the region, keeping the money generated from the region in the region.
When Wednesday, 26th November 2008 Time 7:00am – 8:00am (President’s Address at 7:30am) Where Cundletown Motor Lodge, 67 Princes Highway, Cundletown press release
When Thursday, 27th November 2008 Time 7:00am – 8:00am (President’s Address at 7:30am) Where The Willows Quality Inn, 512 Pacific Highway, North Gosford press release
When Friday, 28th November 2008 Time 7:00am – 8:00am (President’s Address at 7:30am) Where Travelodge Newcastle, 15 Steel Street, Newcastle press release
Government Announces Review of Automotive Industry
date released
14/02/08
The Minister for Innovation, Industry, Science and Research, Senator Kim Carr, today announced a comprehensive review of Australia's automotive industry to be conducted by Mr Steve Bracks.
The establishment of the review recognises the importance of the industry and reflects the Government's determination to ensure its long term viability and sustainability...
Buying a vehicle privately carries a real safety risk because the seller does not have to make sure the car is safe. A licensed dealer on the other hand must ensure the vehicle they sell is roadworthy.
For a small price of $275.00 (including GST) a buyer can have the vehicle inspected to identify anything that may require attention. Buyers are far better off finding out if a car requires expensive repairs before handing over money.
The Hon Peter McGauran MP, Federal Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry relating to the Federal Governments intention to immediately extend “Exceptional Circumstances (EC) drought assistance to farm-dependent businesses employing up to 100 staff.find out more
