SYNETIQ, an IAA company, has introduced its first Leadership and Development Programme to help reduce the growing skills gap. This comes after the Department of Education’s Employee Skills Survey revealed […]
Following the creation of its Luton-based technical centre of excellence in November 2022, Repairify is expanding its workshop operation with the appointment of two new technicians to meet the growing […]
Steer Automotive Group will significantly grow its apprenticeship programme next year, with an aim for apprentices to make up 16% of its technical workforce by the end of 2024. This […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
