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Working in the Australian Automotive Industry: Work Hours, Overtime Pay, and Daily Life

Explore Australian workshop reality: standard work hours of 38 hours, your base pay rate, and how an employer applies overtime rules when you work overtime. Learn what counts as additional hours, plus the real overtime pay and overtime pay rates you can expect.

Spare Parts or Spare Time? The Brutal Reality of Fixing China’s New Arrivals

Chinese vs European cars after warranty: manuals, parts lead times, ADAS calibration and tool access – what independent garages and owners face in the EU/UK.

Are EVs Better for the Environment? Electric Car vs Electric Vehicle Environmental Impact and Battery Reality

Electric car vs petrol car: are EVs better for the environment? Battery production, emission and carbon emissions – electric vehicle environmental impact.

HGV Mechanics & Heavy Diesel – Withdrawals in Australia and UK: What Makes These Jobs Worth Considering?

HGV mechanic or diesel mechanic: Australian vs UK pay, skilled job demand, skill/qualification and uk to aus relocation – relocate for mechanic jobs in Australia.

Are Chinese Electric Vehicles Still ‘Cheap’ in the EU? How EV Tariffs and Minimum Price Rules Could Change EV Prices in 2026

Are Chinese EVs still cheap in 2026? See how the European Commission could reshape EU ev imports with tariff and minimum price rules, including price undertaking options, ev tariffs, and tariffs on Chinese electric vehicle and electric car models plus what it means for ev price.

How Much Do You Really Need to Move to Australia as a Technician in 2026?

Find out how much money you need to move to Australia as a technician in 2026. Real costs, WHV fees, weekly pay, rent, transport and £1,000 vs £1,500.