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NBRA calls for more action after Autumn Budget
- 23/11/2023
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Categories: Featured, News
The NBRA has recognised new support measures for industry in its Autumn Statement, but has called for further measures tailored to the automotive repair sector to ease the burden on under-pressure businesses. Executive director Martin Rowley said: “In the aftermath of the Autumn Statement, NBRA acknowledges [...] -
DLG secures IMI approval
- 22/11/2023
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
Direct Line Group has received IMI training accreditation, meaning it can now design and deliver certified training programmes in-house. This will enable it to identify current and emerging skills gaps and develop appropriate learning solutions for its own colleagues and third party repairer networks. As an [...] -
IMI taps into Chinese skills base
- 07/11/2023
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
The IMI has established a dedicated team in Shanghai with the long-term aim of easing the skills shortage in the UK automotive sector. It has worked on a project with the UK Department for Business and Trade (DBT) and China Government to train teachers and students. Meanwhile, the IMI also took part in the UK [...] -
IMI identifies 18,000-technician ADAS skills gap
- 03/11/2023
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) estimates that at least one in 10 cars on UK roads will feature Level 2 autonomy by the end of this year, and that will grow to almost half of the car parc by 2030. However, according to its latest data there are currently only around 3,500 ADAS-qualified technicians in the [...] -
IGA announces major MOT subsidies
- 02/11/2023
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
The IGA has announced it is now offering significant subsidies on MOT training for its members. Subsidies include a 40% reduction in the cost of MOT tester training and a 50% reduction in the cost of MOT manager training for a limited period. In addition, the IGA will continue to provide subsidised EV Level 3 [...] -
Europcar Mobility Group accelerates EV transition
- 02/11/2023
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
Europcar Mobility Group UK has launched a number of new initiatives to help drivers reduce emissions and switch to electric vehicles. It has introduced an increasing number of hybrid and electric battery vehicles for private or business rental, helping motorists try EV technology before making a long-term [...] -
PPG unveils new sustainability services for bodyshops
- 23/10/2023
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
PPG has unveiled a new suite of products, processes, digital tools and consulting services designed to help bodyshops reduce energy, waste and greenhouse gas emissions throughout the automotive repair process. Sustainability CO₂NCEPT utilises three core pillars to support repairers in achieving their [...] -
DVSA announces stricter protocols for MOT testers
- 20/10/2023
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has announced new annual training measures for MOT testers who fail to complete their annual training within the annual training year. At the moment, MOT testers failing to complete the year’s annual training are required to do a demonstration test with the DVSA and [...] -
New report reveals the cost of skills gap
- 19/10/2023
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Categories: Featured, News
Automotive businesses who invest in skills can expect a three per cent uplift in annual turnover, compared to a four per cent drop in turnover for businesses who do not address the skills gap in their organisation. This is according to a new report by Ennis & Co Group, the automotive and mobility executive [...] -
Auto Windscreens completes REACH training
- 18/10/2023
- Posted by: Alan Feldberg
- Category: News
Auto Windscreens has announced that all appropriate colleagues having now undertaken Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH) training for its use of polyurethane. Urethane used in the windscreen replacement process contains diisocyanates, and REACH training is required under EU [...]