Ahead of your Summer road trip or holiday journey, gain some important know-how to feel confident checking over your vehicle before you set off, and addressing any blips along the way. Don’t let car troubles ruin your next getaway!

What will we cover?

• How to check and change basic electrical components (fuses and lights)
• How to change a tyre
• How to jump-start, push start and how to safely tow a vehicle.
• Plenty of space throughout class for questions and answers

This class is run in-person by Richo, with a vehicle on-site at Micro-Labs. Richo has also developed a series of instructional videos as further reference.

This is a safe space for all, and all questions are welcome (no such thing as a silly question!)

What will you need for this class?

• Note-taking material (pen/paper/tablet etc) if you want to;
• A question or two that you’d like answered

Accessibility

• Wheelchair Accessible Venue
• Gender Neutral Bathrooms
• Quiet Spaces
• Cheaper Early Bird Tickets
• An Auslan interpreter will be available for the duration of the workshop

Who will be teaching?

Richo (he/they) is a DIY car maintenance enthusiast and enjoys tinkering in the garage at home. He has had many years experience working with vehicles through his work including outback tour guiding, bus driving, truck driving and now works in conservation and bushland management.

Many hours in remote areas away from roadside assistance has led Richo to be handy with tools and developed his vehicle troubleshooting, repair and recovery skills.

This workshop is hosted by Laneway Learning.