skills

BMW Group has announced it is looking for 95 apprentices to join its 2022 programme. The apprenticeships are in a wide range of roles including engineering, maintenance, human resources, purchasing […]

The winners of the IMI Skills Competition have been announced, with 24 apprentices selected to take part in the World Skills UK event after a week of competition. More than […]

Repairers without EV skills in the workshop have been urged to get the training necessary to meet industry needs. Vincent St Claire, managing director of Fleet Assist, says bodyshops need […]

The Independent Garage Association (IGA) is offering a second round of heavily subsidised hybrid/EV Level 3 courses to its members. It hopes this will go some way to addressing the […]

The Institute of the Motor Industry has announced that Ian Plummer, commercial director of the Auto Trader, and Chris Mason, CEO of FISITA, the international membership organisation, have joined the […]

Former marketing director of Autotrader and global vehicle data business Solera cap hpi Matt Thompson has launched a new management consultancy to help dealers and OEMs attract and retain talent. […]

The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) has earmarked £100,000 to support businesses employing apprentices. The SMMT’s Charitable Trust Fund has re-launched the SMMT Apprentice Support Programme, which comes […]

Autotech Academy has recently supported a Volkswagen Van dealership in recruiting three interns. It liaised with Sandwell College and Walsall College after being contacted by the Volkswagen Van Centre in […]

Leicester College has introduced one-year courses for students interested in careers in automotive repair.  The Level 1 Diplomas in Vehicle Accident Repair, Paint Principles or Body Principles are taught at […]

Thatcham Research has announced that more than 150 apprentices will join its programme this year. The first 35 started on Monday, with a second group due to join at the […]

The RMI Academy of Automotive Skills has opened its fourth training site in Lincoln. The new facility, which was opened by MP Karl McCartney, joins established facilities in Runcorn, Winchester […]

The Vella Group has partnered with Manchester Young Lives to encourage young people in the area into the automotive aftermarket. The group chose to partner with the charity in order […]