Automotive News Articles

A new generation of female automotive mechanics is emerging across the Western Bay of Plenty and South Waikato, supported by Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology’s Managed Automotive Apprenticeship Programme.

What started as work experience for Gaby Absalom has turned into a budding career.

Chanelle Moke was nervous about studying in a male-dominated industry, but she’s thriving in the workshop and hopes a new initiative will help other women feel confident studying a trade.