apprentices

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 […]

AutoRaise reveals rally sponsorship

AutoRaise has announced it has two supporting sponsors and nine pit stop sponsors for its AutoRaise Rally. The 2022 AutoRaise Rally of West Midlands and Mid Wales will take place […]

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 […]

School of Thought to attend inaugural industry event

The inaugural UK Garage and Bodyshop Event presented by Automechanika Birmingham (8-9 June at the NEC) will feature education initiative School of Thought, as statistics reveal that the automotive aftermarket […]

Audatex becomes School of Thought partner

Solera Audatex has announced it has become an official corporate partner of School of Thought, while UK sales director Neil Garrett has become an official ambassador. Garrett said, “We are […]

Audatex offering free AEG training

Audatex has announced that it is offering one apprentice a month a free place on its AudaEnterpriseGold certification course. The new initiative has been launched in collaboration with the National […]

Vella Group recognised at customer awards

The Vella Group is celebrating after being highly commended by judges in two award categories at the UK Customer Service Excellence Awards 2022. It was highly commended by the judges […]

Industry verdict on Spring Statement

The industry has responded to yesterday’s Spring Statement, with both the Institute of the Motor Industry and the Society of Motor Manufacturers welcoming government support for smaller businesses but expressing […]

Xtrac opens new training academy

Berkshire-based transmission specialist Xtrac has launched of a dedicated apprenticeship facility at its global headquarters in Thatcham. The new training facility, which includes a CAE classroom and adjoining practical skills […]

Aston Martin announces significant recruitment drive

Aston Martin has announced a drive to recruit over 40 early career positions at its Gaydon and St Athan sites. Announced during National Apprenticeship Week 2022, the ultra-luxury British manufacturer […]

IMI warns of missed apprentice opportunities

The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) has released new analysis that paints a worrying picture for apprentice recruitment in the automotive sector. According to the IMI’s recent Automotive Education […]