skills

IMI publishes initial diversity findings

The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) Diversity Task Force has published the interim findings of its investigation into the challenges that could undermine the automotive sector’s future sustainability. The […]

IMI calls for new focus on skills

The IMI has urged the automotive industry to focus on training and recruitment in 2022 in a bid to make up the ground lost during the pandemic. Steve Nash, CEO, […]

BMW open for apprentices

BMW Group has announced it is looking for 95 apprentices to join its 2022 programme. The apprenticeships are in a wide range of roles including engineering, maintenance, human resources, purchasing […]

IMI Skills Competition winners announced

The winners of the IMI Skills Competition have been announced, with 24 apprentices selected to take part in the World Skills UK event after a week of competition. More than […]

Repairers urged to get EV ready

Repairers without EV skills in the workshop have been urged to get the training necessary to meet industry needs. Vincent St Claire, managing director of Fleet Assist, says bodyshops need […]

IGA introduces further EV training

The Independent Garage Association (IGA) is offering a second round of heavily subsidised hybrid/EV Level 3 courses to its members. It hopes this will go some way to addressing the […]

IMI names new non-execs

The Institute of the Motor Industry has announced that Ian Plummer, commercial director of the Auto Trader, and Chris Mason, CEO of FISITA, the international membership organisation, have joined the […]

New firm set up to unlock Potentuel

Former marketing director of Autotrader and global vehicle data business Solera cap hpi Matt Thompson has launched a new management consultancy to help dealers and OEMs attract and retain talent. […]

SMMT commits £100k to apprentice fund

The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) has earmarked £100,000 to support businesses employing apprentices. The SMMT’s Charitable Trust Fund has re-launched the SMMT Apprentice Support Programme, which comes […]

Autotech Academy supports intern placements

Autotech Academy has recently supported a Volkswagen Van dealership in recruiting three interns. It liaised with Sandwell College and Walsall College after being contacted by the Volkswagen Van Centre in […]

Leicester College introduces car repair courses

Leicester College has introduced one-year courses for students interested in careers in automotive repair.  The Level 1 Diplomas in Vehicle Accident Repair, Paint Principles or Body Principles are taught at […]

Thatcham Research welcomes 2021 intake

Thatcham Research has announced that more than 150 apprentices will join its programme this year. The first 35 started on Monday, with a second group due to join at the […]