EV training soars by 300%
LKQ Euro Car Parts has reported that demand for its IMI-accredited EV and hybrid training has increased by more than 300% in just two years. So far in 2022, LKQ […]
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IAAF launches new training academy
The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) has launched a new training academy to upskill new and existing people working within the automotive aftermarket. From virtual to practical training, the IAAF […]
RWC introduces new IMI-approved EV course
RWC Training has gained IMI approval to deliver a new Electric Vehicle Technician Accreditation. This will create the necessary progression route from the Level 3 EV Qualification and is considered […]
IMI report reveals looming skills crisis
The Institute of the Motor Industry is predicting a 160,000 shortfall in skilled workers by 2031. Its latest Automotive Sector Employment report attributes this growing skills gaps to the electric […]
New commercial vehicle apprenticeship launched
Commercial vehicle manufacturer Tiger Trailers of Cheshire has launched a new coachbuilding apprenticeship. Introduced in partnership with Heritage Skills Academy, the new apprenticeship in classic vehicle coachbuilding will combine old-school […]
Mindset matters with new course
Auto-Motivate is introducing a remote, half-day course to introduce attendees to the benefits of a better mindset. This comes after the success of its one-day Mindset Course and is aimed […]
Steve Hoe lands top BRIT role
Steve Hoe has replaced Christine Maskell as chair of BRIT (Body Repair Industry Trailblazer). BRIT is the group formed by the merging of the AutoRaise and Collision Repair Sector Group […]
AW celebrates apprenticeship successes
AW Repair Group is celebrating its first cohort of apprentices completing their end point assessments through the IMI. The group that signed up at AW’s first Apprentice Showcase Event in […]
Repairify announces ATG acquisition
Repairify has announced the acquisition of Automotive Training Group, a leading technical training company that delivers courses throughout America and internationally. Cris Hollingsworth, president of Repairify, said: “ATG is known […]
Inaugural UKGBE event hailed a triumph
The UK Garage and Bodyshop Event presented by Automechanika Birmingham has received widespread praise from the automotive aftermarket community, achieving a staggering 3,538 business owners over two days. The event, […]
Digital skills in short supply
A lack of digital skills could hamper the automotive industry’s ambitions around autonomy and connectivity. Key players such as Volkswagen and Volvo have stated their intention to become software companies […]
FLP unveils new training centre
The FLP Group opened its doors to its new training centre in the north of England. The Doncaster-based, state-of-the-art facility will provide bespoke high impact product training and testing on […]