skills

NFDA spotlights apprentice successes

Drive My Career has hosted its sixth DMC Apprentice Takeover campaign to spotlight the numerous apprenticeship opportunities available within the automotive retail sector. Held to mark National Apprenticeship Week earlier […]

Kia cuts ribbon on new academy

Kia has marked National Apprenticeship Week by cutting the ribbon on its new academy. The academy has moved to a purpose-built 40,000 sqft building within St. Mowden Park in Derby […]

Bentley invites apprenticeship applications

Bentley has announced it is now inviting applications for 38 apprenticeship vacancies. The successful candidates will join more than 4,000 colleagues at the carbon neutral site in Crewe. Opportunities range […]

IMI data reveals apprenticeship resurgence

New data released by the Institute of the Motor Industry has revealed that apprenticeship numbers rose in the first quarter of the current academic year for the first time since […]

New report reveals SMEs in crisis

A new report by the Enterprise Research Centre (ERC) has highlighted the challenges around innovation, net zero and skills facing small businesses in the vehicle repair sector and beyond. The […]

Ferrari announces National Apprenticeship open days

Ferrari has announced that 15 of its UK dealerships will be supporting National Apprenticeship by hosting a range of open days. National Apprenticeship Week takes place from 5-11 February, and […]

NFDA calls for skills and EV focus in Budget

The National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA) has urged the government to address skills and electric vehicle uptake in its upcoming Spring Budget. In a letter to Chancellor Jeremy Hunt, the […]

IMI announces awards shortlist

The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) has unveiled the shortlist for this year’s IMI Awards. The awards recognise pupils, professionals and organisations who are promoting the industry and showcasing […]

LKQ boss predicts EV acceleration

The chief executive of LKQ UK & Ireland Kevan Wooden has predicted that that electric vehicle (EV) transition will accelerate over the next year. He expects more independent garages to […]

Kia opens dedicated training site in Derby

Kia has unveiled a new training centre in Derby dedicated to apprentices and dealers. The 40,000 sqft site, which employs a dedicated team of around 15-17 full-time staff, will facilitate […]

Bentley signs Armed Forces Covenant

Bentley has signed the Armed Forces Covenant, a national pledge to support the Armed Forces Community. Its ultimate ambition is to be the employer of choice for those leaving the […]