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IMI predicts EV technicians shortfall by 2032
- 26/02/2024
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
The latest data from the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) has revealed that the shortfall in EV technicians is expected to occur in 2023. It previously estimated that the shortfall would appear in 2029 and reach 13,000 by 2032. However, it is now projecting the EV skills gap will be 5,670 by 2032. IMI data [...] -
IMI spreads the word with awareness campaign
- 19/02/2024
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Categories: Featured, News
The Institute of the Motor Industry’s digital campaign to raise awareness of the sector and improve the perception of the automotive industry has been a significant success. Launched last September, There’s More to Motor has been promoted across multiple platforms and in little more than three months has [...] -
PPG Foundation invests further £1.6m in student training
- 09/10/2023
- Posted by: Simon Wait
- Category: News
PPG and the PPG Foundation have announced a commitment to invest US$2 million (£1.64m) through 2025 to support workforce development initiatives that provide training and opportunities for future skilled workers in manufacturing and coatings application. The commitment aims to introduce students to the diverse and [...] -
Skills gap broadens as apprenticeships fall
- 01/02/2023
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
Automotive businesses are missing out on valuable apprenticeships that could help fill the skills gap. Ahead of National Apprenticeship Week (6-12 February 2023), the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) is urging businesses to embrace apprenticeships and all the benefits they bring. Funding is available through [...] -
IMI predicts autonomous breakthrough in 2023
- 22/12/2022
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) has predicted that 2023 will see great forward strides in both autonomous technology and a focus on diversity in the workforce. It says Level 3 autonomous vehicles will be introduced to UK roads next year, but this will exacerbate the existing lack of skills and training [...] -
‘UK to run out of EV mechanics by 2030’
- 09/12/2022
- Posted by: Simon Wait
- Category: News
Britain will run out of technicians to service and repair the growing number of electric vehicles (EVs) on its roads by the end of the decade, a think-tank has warned in a new report. The Social Market Foundation, a cross-party think-tank, is warning of a skills shortfall among mechanics trained to service and [...] -
Industry rallies behind Reddish Hall School
- 02/12/2022
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
Several UK automotive aftermarket suppliers have rallied together to donate parts to Reddish Hall School in Stockport, a school for pupils aged five to 18 with complex educational needs. The support is intended to help inspire the next generation of automotive technicians. Braking friction specialist TMD [...] -
Vehicle technician vacancies surge by 70%
- 23/11/2022
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
The IMI has revealed the extent that the skills shortage in the sector is driving up salaries. Its Automotive Job Postings Briefing found that the current vacancy rate in the industry is 3.8 per 100 vacancies, representing 20,000 vacancies. The rate rose rapidly during 2021 and remained at record levels into 2022, [...] -
Autotech Academy fixes it for Halfords
- 23/11/2022
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
A pilot scheme between Halfords and Autotech Academy, which has seen 10 newly qualified Level 3 automotive students placed across the national chain’s autocentres, is set to quadruple by the end of the year as the scheme is rolled out across Halford’s UK sites. In a bid to create as many opportunities for young [...] -
SMMT unveils new careers guide
- 08/11/2022
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Categories: Featured, News
The SMMT has launched a new automotive Career Guide to help address the growing skills gap in the sector. The guide comes after nearly half (49%) of UK automotive companies admit they are concerned about skills shortages in key roles. Produced by the SMMT Charitable Trust Fund in partnership with the City of [...]
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