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Martec unveils new IMI-approved training
- 30/01/2023
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
Training provider Martec Training has launched a new IMI accredited Apprenticeship route. This latest Level 3 Apprenticeship is targeted at vehicle damage and MET technicians and will enable those already working in a bodyshop to further advance their abilities. This higher-level apprenticeship qualification [...] -
FMG Repair Services welcomes local MP
- 27/01/2023
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
FMG Repair Services has welcomed local MP Sara Britcliffe for a tour of its Accrington vehicle repair site. The visit was planned to demonstrate the broad range of interesting career opportunities available at the bodyshop for young people in the local area. FMG Repair Services, the UK’s largest owned repair [...] -
Bentley invites applications for 200 positions
- 24/01/2023
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
Bentley has announced a recruitment drive creating 200 new roles to support its Beyond100 strategy. While the positions cover multiple departments, approximately 50% are focused on electrical competencies as Bentley aims for full electrification of its product range within seven years. Although roles are based [...] -
Aston Martin launches major recruitment drive
- 23/01/2023
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
Aston Martin is recruiting for more than 100 jobs at its manufacturing facility in Gaydon. As the brand celebrates its 110th anniversary with the launch of a new range of sportscars, it is seeking more than 100 new automotive technicians to support production. The recruitment drive will include an offer of [...] -
Industry gears up for EV Ready debut
- 19/01/2023
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
EV Ready will open its doors at Brighton Racecourse for independent garage owners and technicians eager to draw upon the EV expertise of the automotive aftermarket’s biggest brands and respected experts during the trade event on Wednesday 25 January from 5pm. An EV Ready Quiz will give visitors the chance to win [...] -
Autotech Academy announces IMI membership
- 11/01/2023
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
Autotech Academy’s internship initiative will enhance support for students with the addition of the Institute of Motor Industry’s (IMI) Affiliate Membership. Membership provides students with substantial discounts and benefits, and helps to raise awareness of current issues facing the industry. The IMI also [...] -
Rising costs named number one challenge in 2023
- 10/01/2023
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Categories: Featured, News
A Motor Ombudsman poll of independent garages and franchise dealer workshops has revealed that rising operational costs, taxes and energy bills are set to be the biggest operational challenge for 90% of businesses in 2023. This is a marked increase on the 64% of respondents who stated in the same study that paying [...] -
IMI warns of EV training slowdown
- 06/01/2023
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Categories: Featured, News
New Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) data shows 16% of sector now IMI TechSafe qualified - but the pace of upskilling is slowing as the economic downturn impacts training budgets The first nine months of 2022 saw more than 11,500 technicians undertake the training and qualifications required to obtain IMI [...] -
Automechanika Birmingham 2023 to be biggest yet
- 05/01/2023
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Categories: Featured, News
Automechanika Birmingham has revealed its biggest ever bodyshop programme for 2023, with three new stand-out features now announced. The much-anticipated event will host its very first Paint & Spray Live, providing visitors with the opportunity to experience demonstrations first hand at the show and see the [...] -
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 [...]