Extinction of local mechanics?

[tazzieman]

They shalt not win

 

http://www.goauto.com.au/mellor/mellor.nsf/story2/84C31B19EF39DF3ECA257D780019753F

 

 

 

the decision by the FCAI and the Australian Automotive Dealer Association to release a code while negotiations were still underway was a serious breach of faith.

“The car brands have sought to protect their own interests and the interests of their franchised dealers by limiting access to a range of service and repair information.”

The Australian Automotive Aftermarket Association, which represents independent repairers, retailers and manufacturers, said the release of the FCAI’s “unilateral” code demonstrated contempt for the other stakeholders in what was supposed to be an industry-wide collaboration.

“This is virtually the same code that was categorically rejected by all other stakeholders when it was tabled by the FCAI at a negotiating meeting in February this year,” said AAAA chief executive Stuart Charity.

“Indeed, the FCAI was strongly counseled not to release its unilateral document while negotiations for the voluntary industry code were progressing,” he said.

“The FCAI has treated this advice with disdain. They continue to ignore the demonstrable need for a code of conduct to protect car owners’ fundamental right to choose their preferred repairer,” Mr Charity said.

 

They need to get the fundaments right , for a start.