skills

Kia has marked National Apprenticeship Week by cutting the ribbon on its new academy. The academy has moved to a purpose-built 40,000 sqft building within St. Mowden Park in Derby […]

Bentley has announced it is now inviting applications for 38 apprenticeship vacancies. The successful candidates will join more than 4,000 colleagues at the carbon neutral site in Crewe. Opportunities range […]

New data released by the Institute of the Motor Industry has revealed that apprenticeship numbers rose in the first quarter of the current academic year for the first time since […]

The Independent Garage Association (IGA) has warned of a severe skills shortage in the sector and urged Chancellor Jeremy Hunt to introduce new funding for apprenticeships in his Spring Budget. […]

A new report by the Enterprise Research Centre (ERC) has highlighted the challenges around innovation, net zero and skills facing small businesses in the vehicle repair sector and beyond. The […]

Ferrari has announced that 15 of its UK dealerships will be supporting National Apprenticeship by hosting a range of open days. National Apprenticeship Week takes place from 5-11 February, and […]

The National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA) has urged the government to address skills and electric vehicle uptake in its upcoming Spring Budget. In a letter to Chancellor Jeremy Hunt, the […]

The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) has unveiled the shortlist for this year’s IMI Awards. The awards recognise pupils, professionals and organisations who are promoting the industry and showcasing […]

The chief executive of LKQ UK & Ireland Kevan Wooden has predicted that that electric vehicle (EV) transition will accelerate over the next year. He expects more independent garages to […]

Kia has unveiled a new training centre in Derby dedicated to apprentices and dealers. The 40,000 sqft site, which employs a dedicated team of around 15-17 full-time staff, will facilitate […]

Bentley has signed the Armed Forces Covenant, a national pledge to support the Armed Forces Community. Its ultimate ambition is to be the employer of choice for those leaving the […]

Motor retail group JCT600 is celebrating the achievement of master technician Daniel Dawson, who was been named the world’s top Ferrari technician for the second year running. He reached the […]