Welcome to VACC!

VACC is the Victorian Automobile Chamber of Commerce.

Formed in 1918, it is the peak automotive industry body in Victoria, representing the interests of more than 5,000 small and medium sized businesses, employing approximately 50,000 Victorians.

VACC members provide key services in the repair, service and retail sectors of the automotive industry. In fact, for anything automotive, deal with your local VACC member, chances are, there’s one just around the corner.

And they’re easy to find too: just look for the distinctive VACC brand on a member's premises – it’s the mark of the motor industry professional.

You’re in good hands

Congratulations to the Class of 2012!

At the recent VACC Auto Apprenticeship Graduation, 102 apprentices received their certificate from VACC President, Tony La Rosa. Guest speaker, Walkinshaw Racing, Race Operations Manager, Mike Henry, encouraged graduates to start thinking about their career path and VACC General Manager, Skills and Training, Leyla Yilmaz spoke of life-long learning. Congratulations to all the Graduates and good luck with your future automotive careers

Scams

Australians were swindled out of more than $1.4 billion last year by credit card fraud, identity theft and scams. Small business is seen as a ‘soft target’ and VACC advises members to think twice about any approaches for money, data or information. Click here to view Consumer Affairs Victoria’s six short videos addressing small business scams

VACC Job Finder bringing Apprentices and Employers together for Automotive

VACC Job Finder allows members to advertise job vacancies for qualified persons or apprenticeships in automotive free of charge. The main apprenticeship streams advertised are: Motor Mechanic Light Vehicle, Motor Mechanic Heavy Vehicle, Motor Cycle, Panel Beating, Vehicle Painting, Auto Electrician, Engine Reconditioning and Parts Interpreter. Contact the VACC Apprenticeship Helpline to put up an advertisement today. Ph 03 9829 1133