ATRA AUS Committee and guests in attendance. From left: John Tate, Automatic Transmission Service; Kallie Stewart (Vice Chair), Rowell & Searle Auto Transmissions; Aaron Maddex, DTM Automatics; Bob Traynor (Chair), Cohuna Automatics; David Clark, Omega Transmissions; Keith Clark, ATRA USA Technical Director; Chris Philp, Exedy; Richard Keown, Ringwood Automatics; John Khoury, VACC Industry Policy Advisor and ATRA AUS Secretariat.
Surrounded by the impressive array of vehicles at the Fox Classic Car Museum – a collection spanning almost a century of automotive technology and design – transmission re-builders from across Australia and New Zealand attended the 2022 ATRA-Australasian Chapter (ATRA AUS) technical seminar.
It was a jam-packed two days, with training units primarily led by ATRA USA Technical Director, Keith Clark. With 25 years of industry experience, Mr Clark has worked as a transmission builder, production supervisor, diagnostician, and trainer. He covered a broad range of transmissions including 10R80, 10L90, 9T45/50/60/65, 8L45/90, 8HP/845RE, 6F55, and common issues on the Hyundai six and seven speeds DSG, Mercedes CVT and the Kia eight speed. Additionally, Innovative Mechatronics Group's Adrian McKenzie presented a session on TCM failures.
After more than two years, transmission re-builders once again enjoyed the opportunity to attend an in-person event. Along with training, it was an opportunity to network with like-minded specialists. Attendees took home a seminar pack which included notes and presentations on the key transmissions and topics covered.
"It was a fantastic weekend. Attendees were transfixed by the breadth of transmission rebuilding techniques, tips, and storytelling. We look forward to seeing everyone again next year," said ATRA AUS Secretariat, John Khoury.
For those unable to attend the event, the 2022 ATRA AUS technical seminar pack is available to order. P: 03 9829 1111 E: jkhoury@vacc.com.au
The event would not have been possible without the support of ATRA AUS sponsors and exhibitors, Spirit Super, VACC MotorTech, OurAuto, AllTranz, Driveline and Podium.
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A collaboration between ATRA USA (the world’s largest trade organisation for transmission re-builders, specialists and parts suppliers) and VACC, ATRA AUS is an association for transmission professionals in Australia and New Zealand. ATRA US is trusted by over 2,000 members internationally, and, through ATRA AUS, Australasian transmission specialists can now access its leading resources – as well as local benefits from VACC.
ATRA AUS membership opportunities are available on different levels including VACC member rate, non-VACC members and trade suppliers.
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