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ELECTRIFICATION EXPERT PANEL FOR VASA WIRE & GAS 2022 Australasia’s automotive aftermarket has questions about what vehicle electrification means for the industry
This year’s VASA Wire & Gas convention has assembled a panel of experts to provide the answers from almost every angle. One thing is certain: for those who rise to the challenge, the hybrid and electric vehicle revolution that was demonstrated to be already in full swing at the recent Australian Auto Aftermarket Expo provides plenty of opportunities, not to mention a bright future for those starting out in the industry. Among the panel for VASA Wire & Gas are people who embraced electrification early and have already built a track record of success in Australia and overseas, from building charging infrastructure to carrying out electric conversions on existing vehicles to specialising in the maintenance and repair of hybrid and electric vehicles. Confirmed panel participants include JET Charge Chief Executive Officer and Chargefox Director, Tim Washington; REDARC Electronics Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, Anthony Kittel; Jaunt Motors Chief Executive Officer, Dave Budge; and US-based workshop owner turned world-renowned hybrid and EV repair expert, Craig Van Batenburg.
VASA is Australasia’s trade association for specialists in auto air-conditioning, electrical and thermal management, disciplines that are converging and ideally placed to benefit as electrification becomes increasingly mainstream across everything from passenger cars to heavy vehicles and earthmoving equipment. More Wire & Gas panel participants and expert speakers will be announced ahead of the event, which will take place from July 29-31 at the lavishly refurbished JW Marriott Gold Coast and landmark VASA HQ/SuperTest facility in Ormeau, Queensland. To book tickets, accommodation and for more event information, visit www.vasa.org.au/wg2022
BENDIX PARTNERS WITH OUTBACK CLEANUPS AUSTRALIA The charity has already removed 61-plus tonnes of rubbish from our environment Bendix has partnered with Outback Cleanups Australia, a registered not-for-profit charity dedicated to removing rubbish from Australia’s remote coastal areas, bushlands and marine environments. Outback Cleanups Australia founder Boe Langford established the organisation in 2019 and together with his partner Kimberley Baraiolo, the couple
travel across the country in their 75 Series Toyota LandCruiser on their journey to clean up Australia and help preserve its unique and stunning landscape for future generations. With over 61 tonnes of rubbish and counting removed since its inception, the Outback Cleanups team show no signs of slowing down. Bendix is now fully committed as an official partner and is proud to be supporting Outback Cleanups Australia on its mission to preserve our country’s beautiful environment, by not only helping them continue their travels, but also by spreading awareness about the important work that they do. “We are happy to be supporting such a great cause with Outback Cleanups Australia, along with a host of other environmental initiatives – it’s an important part of our program and further strengthens our position as a strong environmentally conscious company,” FMP Group (Australia) Pty Ltd (Bendix) General Manager, George Kyriakopoulos, said. “OCA is excited to have an Australian business
such as Bendix on board as a partner, there is no doubt that their product is fantastic, especially for us and our setup. We are very excited for this partnership,” Outback Cleanups Australia’s Kimberley Baraiolo said. To learn more about Outback Cleanups Australia, visit www.outbackcleanupsaustralia.com For more information about Bendix, visit www.bendix.com.au Australian Automotive Aftermarket Magazine June 2022
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