Registration open for Mechanics Challenge at Automechanika Kuala Lumpur

Oct. 14, 2014
The automotive trade event Mechanics Challenge is now open for registration to all Malaysian mechanics employed at independent workshops. The challenge will take place at Automechanika Kuala Lumpur March 19-21, 2015.

The automotive trade event Mechanics Challenge is now open for registration to all Malaysian mechanics employed at independent workshops. The challenge will take place at Automechanika Kuala Lumpur March 19-21, 2015 at Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, Malaysia.

The Mechanics Challenge is organized by Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd, Malaysia Automotive Institute (MAI) and the Department of Skills Development of Malaysia (JPK), and supported by the Federation of Automobile Workshop Owners’ Association of Malaysia (FAWOAM), the Federation of Engineering and Motor Parts Traders' Association Malaysia (FEMPTAM) and Persatuan Pengusaha Industri-Industri Bengkel Malaysia (PPIBM).

The Malaysia Automotive Institute (MAI), the associate supporter of Automechanika Kuala Lumpur, is one of the three organizers of this concurrent event. Commenting on their full support, Madani Sahari, Chief Executive Officer said, “We are pleased to co-organize the Mechanics Challenge, as it provides an excellent platform to recognize and celebrate skills excellence among working technicians in the Malaysian automotive aftermarket. The Mechanics Challenge will provide many opportunities for working technicians to discover their ability to solve technical problems. The event will cover techniques for diagnosing issues, new ways to connect with technology, and innovations that will make a difference in the service standards to motor consumers.”

Datuk Dr Pang, Director General, Department of Skills Development of Malaysia (JPK) commented on the opportunity of enhancing expertise and competency. He said, “Mechanics Challenge provides Malaysian mechanics with an excellent platform to demonstrate their automotive knowledge and repair capabilities. Additionally, they will be able to increase their experience and upgrade their diagnosis and repair skills. I will definitely encourage more JPK-approved training providers to participate in the event.”

Mechanics who are employed at independent workshops from 14 states are allowed to sign up for the competition in teams of three. The teams will take the first round of the Mechanics Challenge, which will be a written multiple choice exam. Then, the eight teams with the highest scores will be entered the grand final which will be held during Automechanika Kuala Lumpur. The grand final will include written and practical exams. Each team will have to diagnose and repair car malfunctions within a time frame. The better the performance on their diagnostic and repair skills, the higher is the score they will receive.

The Mechanics Challenge champion team will receive RM 7,000 cash, a trophy and certificates.  Runners up will receive the following prizes:

•    First runner-up: RM 5,000 cash, trophy and certificate

•    Second runner-up: RM 3,000 cash, trophy and certificate

•    Fourth to eighth placing: RM 1,000 cash and certificate

The Mechanics Challenge is also a marketing opportunity to increase market exposure of products and services. Continuing their “diamond” sponsorship of the Mechanics Challenge is Shell, the global petro chemicals company, which is providing motor oil products. Also, car manufacturer MAZDA will again supply vehicles for the mechanics to work on during the final round of the competition.

The ninth edition of Automechanika Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia’s leading regional trade fair for the automotive industry targeting trade visitors from ASEAN is expected to attract more than 6,000 visitors at the 7,500 sqm show. The 2015 show will continue to highlight the “Go Green” concept, which will showcase environmentally friendly products and services and feature various interactive activities, demonstrations as well as seminars. The show is organized by Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd and the Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) and supported by the Malaysia Automotive Institute (MAI).  

Registration for the Mechanics Challenge closes on Nov. 17, 2014. To register, participants should contact [email protected] or phone +60 3 7803 2276.  

Companies interested in sponsorship can contact [email protected] or phone +852 2238 9971, or [email protected] or phone + 60 3 7803 2276.

More details about Automechanika Kuala Lumpur can be obtained by visiting www.automechanika-kl.com or by emailing [email protected].

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