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IMI report reveals worrying EV failure rate

The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) has revealed that electric vehicles (EVs) are 40% more likely to fail an MOT because of poor tyre condition than petrol cars. The […]

Apprentices down on pre-pandemic levels

New research has found that automotive apprentices in 2023 are eight per cent below what they were in 2019/2020 and 31% below what they were in 2018/2019. This is despite […]

JLR gigafactory a ‘significant boost’

The automotive industry has welcomed the announcement that Jaguar Land Rover’s new EV battery gigafactory will be built in the UK. The facility, which represents a £4bn investment and is […]

IMI unveils new automotive skills campaign

The Institute of the Motor Industry is embarking on a game-changing campaign to debunk the outdated perceptions that are at the heart of the recruitment challenges. The campaign is being […]

IMI announces Skills Competition finalists

The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) has announced the IMI Skills Competitions finalists following the conclusion of the National Qualifier events. The finalists were selected in four key specialisms […]

IMI renews British Motor Show partnership

The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) and the British Motor Show have renewed their partnership for 2023 with the announcement of an all-new Tech Hub sponsored by the IMI. […]

IMI warns of growing ADAS skills gap

The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) has issued a stark warning that a lack of ADAS skills is putting road users at risk and undermining UK mobility. Its report, […]

IMI COO secures prestigious Automotive 30% Club award

Institute of Motor Industry’ chief operating officer and Diversity Task Force lead Lesley Woolley has been named as one of this year’s Automotive 30% Club Inspiring Automotive Women Award winners. […]

Industry backs IMI stance on MOT extensions

As part of its response to the Department for Transport’s MOT Consultation, The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) has revealed that nearly nine in 10 members believe extending the […]

FMG Academy to host WorldSkills qualifiers

FMG Repair Services has announced it will host IMI WorldSkills body repair national qualifiers for the fourth year running. The independent competition, which identifies the most talented apprentices in the […]

Rivus unveils new training academy

Fleet solutions provider Rivus has launched a new IMI-approved training academy for LCV and HGV technicians. The purpose-built training centre is an extension of Rivus’ existing service, maintenance, and repair […]