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FMG Repair Services welcomes local MP

FMG Repair Services has welcomed local MP Sara Britcliffe for a tour of its Accrington vehicle repair site. The visit was planned to demonstrate the broad range of interesting career […]

Bentley invites applications for 200 positions

Bentley has announced a recruitment drive creating 200 new roles to support its Beyond100 strategy. While the positions cover multiple departments, approximately 50% are focused on electrical competencies as Bentley […]

Aston Martin launches major recruitment drive

Aston Martin is recruiting for more than 100 jobs at its manufacturing facility in Gaydon. As the brand celebrates its 110th anniversary with the launch of a new range of […]

Industry gears up for EV Ready debut

EV Ready will open its doors at Brighton Racecourse for independent garage owners and technicians eager to draw upon the EV expertise of the automotive aftermarket’s biggest brands and respected […]

Autotech Academy announces IMI membership

Autotech Academy’s internship initiative will enhance support for students with the addition of the Institute of Motor Industry’s (IMI) Affiliate Membership. Membership provides students with substantial discounts and benefits, and […]

Rising costs named number one challenge in 2023

A Motor Ombudsman poll of independent garages and franchise dealer workshops has revealed that rising operational costs, taxes and energy bills are set to be the biggest operational challenge for […]

IMI warns of EV training slowdown

New Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) data shows 16% of sector now IMI TechSafe qualified – but the pace of upskilling is slowing as the economic downturn impacts training […]

Automechanika Birmingham 2023 to be biggest yet

Automechanika Birmingham has revealed its biggest ever bodyshop programme for 2023, with three new stand-out features now announced. The much-anticipated event will host its very first Paint & Spray Live, […]

IMI predicts autonomous breakthrough in 2023

The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) has predicted that 2023 will see great forward strides in both autonomous technology and a focus on diversity in the workforce. It says […]

RWC Training unveils major rebrand

Milton Keynes-based training provider RWC Training has announced the launch of a complete company rebrand for 2023. Managing director Rob Ward said: “Established in 2010, the business branding and identity […]