Automotive Servicing Trends in the Eighties

The automotive service trade in Australia faces a decade of unprecedented change in the design of the automobile. In particular, the emergence of electronic control of engine and transmission functions or of braking systems will place great demands upon the skill and knowledge of the mechanic and will require major upgrading of test facilities in many workshops. Critical factors will be accurate diagnosis of faults, strict adherance to manufacturers service procedures and development of more automated test equipment.