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workforce and customers," said Stuart Charity, CEO of the AAAA.
"Vehicles with advanced driver assis- tance systems, pass through technology, embedded telematics and hybrid and electric powertrains are on Australian roads today. These vehicles will need to be safely repaired and maintained for their useful life, anywhere in Australia.
The expo aims to help
visitors prepare for the future, to embrace and capitalise on the evolution of the industry...”
“CRE 2022 will bring together experts from across the industry to provide the latest information and practical tips on how and when businesses will need to adapt to these changes. The expo aims to help visitors prepare for the future, to embrace and capitalise on the evolution of the industry, and the trends and tech- nology that are rapidly developing.”
This year’s expo will feature a ‘Work- shop of the future pavilion’, which will include a display of the latest in equip- ment and technology as well as regular presentations from industry experts covering workshop management sys- tems, EV repair techniques, ADAS cali- bration and diagnostics and tooling, in- cluding J2534 pass through technology.
For the first time, the expo will incor- porate a stand-alone seminar stage on the CRE show floor, which will deliver a free comprehensive training and education program sponsored by I-Car and display live demonstrations from the onsite Low- bake Spray Booth via a big screen.
Other components of the 2022 Collision Repair Expo include a modified and clas- sic vehicle display area in the show con- course, celebrity appearances, interactive displays and competitions. Over 250 of Australia’s leading brands will display across 19,500 square metres of floor space.
With free entry available to all mem- bers of the automotive trade, the expo is expected to see 10,000 visitors attend over the three day event.
For more information visit : collisionre- pair.com.au.
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THE MECCA FOR ALL THINGS COLLISION REPAIR AND AFTERMARKET IS COMING BACK BIGGER AND BETTER THAN EVER AFTER ITS ENFORCED PANDEMIC BREAK.
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up with the latest and greatest trends, information and, most ortantly, collision industry movers and shakers next year. All in a COVID-safe environment on 7-9 April 2022. Taking place at the Melbourne Con- vention and Exhibition Centre and co- located with the Australian Auto After- market Expo (AAAE), the combined expos are the nation’s only showcase of Australia’s $25 billion automotive repair
and service industry.
The Australian Automotive Aftermar-
ket Association (AAAA) announced the show will bring together the industry’s
best and brightest, and showcase the country’s leading companies, all under one roof between 7 – 9 April 2022. The theme: ’The future of collision repair is here’, will debut a range of initiatives and features, making it an unmissable event.
The Expo showcases the latest colli- sion repair equipment, products, tools and accessories, new technology and trends plus a comprehensive training and education program.
“The automotive industry in Australia is undergoing unprecedented change driven by the complexity of the car parc, changes in vehicle technology and the changing capabilities and needs of our
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All the latest information and equipment can be accessed at CRE