skills

The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) has backed the government’s focus on stability and growth, outlined in its Spring Statement. However, it has called for more support dedicated to […]

Nearly a half of automotive apprentices either leave the programme early or fail their End Point Assessments. Figures have revealed that the national apprenticeship achievement rate was just under 55% […]

Skills specialist Ennis & Co Group has unveiled a new automotive recruitment solution for businesses seeking short-term senior leadership hires. It has launched the flexible service in response to a […]

The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) has issued a final call for technicians to complete their annual MOT Annual Assessment. More than 11,000 technicians have not yet completed their […]

School of Thought Automotive has announced that A1 ADAS Group has become its latest industry partner. A not-for-profit organisation, School of Thought Automotive works to raise awareness around the sector […]

Autoglym has launched two new car care courses to improve polishing and detailing skills within bodyshops and dealers. Both courses will be delivered at Autoglym’s new state-of-the-art training facility in […]

The Institute of the Motor Industry has announced the winners of the 2025 IMI Annual Awards at a gala evening at the Intercontinental Hotel on Park Lane, London. The awards […]

New research has found that more than a third of school leavers struggle to find apprenticeship opportunities in their area. According to The Co-op, 48% of school leavers believe apprenticeships […]

An LKQ prize draw is offering bodyshops the chance to win up to £500 off workshop equipment when they book training through the LKQ Academy. To enter the LKQ prize […]

Automotive apprenticeships are being held back by cost and time pressures within bodyshop, according to a new survey by Apprenticeship Central. It found that the primary concern for managers is finding […]

A new veterans career guide has been unveiled by Mission Automotive in partnership with the SMMT to recruit more ex-forces personnel to the sector. The guide, announced as the industry gears up […]

The inaugural FMGRS Apprentice Skills Competition will take place this month as the company underlines its commitment to developing the next generation of talent. FMGRS set out its commitment to developing […]