MTA Group 2026-27 Federal Pre-budget Submission

The MTA Group has lodged a submission to the Federal Government outlining our priorities for the 2026-27 Federal Budget, on behalf of automotive businesses across New South Wales and the ACT, with recommendations applicable nationwide. The submission focuses on the critical role the automotive retail, service and repair sector plays in Australia’s economy and its contribution to achieving national emissions reduction targets. It highlights the scale of change facing the industry as the vehicle fleet transitions toward lower- and zero-emission technologies, and the importance of policy settings that support both environmental outcomes and business sustainability.

The submission sets out six strategic priority areas, including workforce development, fair trading frameworks, support for the New Vehicle Efficiency Standard, assistance for small businesses in the zero-emissions transition, targeted taxation reform, and improved approaches to vehicle end-of-life management. It calls for practical and achievable government partnership to ensure automotive businesses, employees and apprentices have access to the skills, infrastructure and investment needed to adapt to this transformation, while continuing to deliver essential services to motorists and contribute to the national economy.

To view the full submission, click here.