MUST WATCH - Motor Enthusiasts Conference 26/02/12

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Yesterday's Motor Enthusiast Conference held at Eastern Creek Sydney between the ACMC, RMS (formerly known as the Roads & Traffic Authority of NSW) representatives, Minister for Roads & Ports Duncan Gay, plus various other motoring bodies and enthusiasts (over 100 attending the meeting alone wa spacked to capacity) was a positive outcome for all involved.
The governing bodies, politicians, industry representatives and enthusiasts were finally together to discuss matters regarding the industry, ADR's, National Code of Practice for Light Vehicle Modications, several VSB's that have been debated over the last couple of years, DECC regulations, custom cars, engineering etc.
A number of questons were asked of RMS to which they are required to convene and get back to the Minister and representatives at a later date.
The day proved to be a great outcome for all involved. It did not end in an 'us against them' mentality, but in fact it promoted consultaton amongst all stakeholders and understanding the views from both sides of the fence to achieve fairness and common ground.
Props to the Minister Duncan Gay who is not letting the governing bodies chop and change the rules without the consultation and feedback from the Minister and industry representatives. But also for having the foresight to employ a distinguished member of the motoring enthusiast community to consult with and speak on our behalf in parliamentary matters that effect us.
Our voices have finally been heard

Im pretty sure there will be a media release soon.

 

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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kwk9Y-d6RC4

A BIG thanks to The Hon Duncan Gay MLC for taking action for our cause and giving us a voice in parliament. It was about time that RMS prove their focus on Customer Service (which has long been overdue in this respect) to involve and consult with the greater motoring enthusiast community and industry representatives to determine sensible, realistic and affordable legislation requirements. Also special recognition goes to the ACMC for their passion and commitment to bring such a day to reality.

 

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Report From Our ACMC Inc Secretary,

Today’s inaugural Motor Enthusiast Conference was a phenomenal success and we would like to thank all of the conference delegates and car show participants for their enthusiastic contribution.

Over 160 delegates had the opportunity to engage with the Minister and senior members of the RMS whilst outside hundreds of enthusiast cars were on display.

In attendance at the conference were:
Minister for Roads & Ports, Hon Duncan Gay MLC,
Senior Policy Advisor – Mr Andrew Huckel,
Acting Director for Customer and Compliance Services – Mr Peter Wells,
Deputy Director General for Policy and Regulation, Transport NSW – Mr Tim Reardon,
Principle Manager Roads, Registration and Licencing at Transport for NSW – Mr Terry Hickey
Manager Regulatory Scheme Policy, RMS – Mr Ken Cleary
RMS Vehicle Inspector – Mr Greame Snell,
Street Machine Magazine Editor - Geoff Seddon,
And
NSW Nationals Party Executive and Conference Chairman – Mr Alan Hay

NSW Nationals Senator John Williams also came alone to show his support for the Motor Enthusiast Community.

The key aspects of Minister Gay’s speech included the following announcements:-

• Section 55A of the ‘Road Transport (Vehicle Registration) Regulation 2007’ reinstating the relevance of ancillary documents and alternative options to meet compliance.
• A respected member of the Motor Enthusiast Community to be appointed to the Safety Board that reports to the Minister
• A new working group is to be formed in order to review outstanding issues pertaining to standards, legislation and implementation and reporting to the Safety Board. The Working Group is to have representation from the Motor Enthusiast Community, Signatories, RMS, Transport for NSW and NSW Police.
• The ‘abridged’ break test is not to be mandatory but at the discretion of the Certifier
• The ‘abridged’ break test is to be forwarded to the new working group for review; the Minister insists that any resolution must be safe, practical and affordable.
• It is not intended that electronic stability control be mandatory on vehicles that do not already have an ESC.
• When a dispute arises over the originality of pre ADR components a panel incorporating the Motor Enthusiast Community will be formed to report their findings to the RMS
• VSI 50 will be forwarded to the new working group for resolution
• VSB14 and VSI 59 will be forwarded to the new working group for resolution
• Following 8+ years of stagnation the ‘National Guidelines for Street-Rod Modification & Construction’ will be forwarded to the new working group for resolution

It has been a historic day for the Motor Enthusiast Community and a new proactive relationship has been entered into with the RMS. There is still much work to be done but we are confident that within this new environment of consultation we can achieve our goals.

In recognition of his unparalleled contribution to the Motor Enthusiast Community; Conference Chairman Alan Hay was appointed Patron of the Australian Confederation of Motor Clubs. Congratulations Alan!

The RMS have provided documented answers to the questions submitted which will be available on the ACMC website on Tuesday.

Once again, thank you all for your continued support.

More footage updates will be on this YouTube Channel.

Mick Saide
Business Development Manager
Shannons Ltd Newcastle
0448203025

 

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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7s6P8tnEFQE&feature=related


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I1ERSH4GoLo&feature=related

 

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All looks quite positive!

 

[Entaran]

Stopped reading when I realised someone's secretary involved in a CAR CLUB can't spell "brake" in reference to stopping a vehicle.

Also, is this NSW specific?

 

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It's not just NSW specific at this point in time as it could effect ADR's and legislation which are National laws.
The motor enthusiasts of NSW are fed up with the system, have been for a long time so we took action about it with backing from the Minister.
Other State's motoring authority's are probably keeping a close eye on this because any changes could bring in national amendments that will effect EVERY STATE.
This concerns all of us!!! Please dont sit back and let others speak for you, motor clubs and industry representatives from around the country are encouraged to put forward their concerns to the ACMC for discusson by the Working Party.
If you have any concerns, by all means we now have an avenue and an audience to direct them to.