The current academic year saw a significant rise in people starting automotive apprenticeships, according to the industry’s professional body, the IMI.
Nearly three-quarters of MOT testers are yet to take their annual assessment.
News that first MOT tests are to remain at three years from registration has been welcomed by car dealerships.
The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) has unveiled the shortlist for this year’s IMI Awards.
The outstanding female talent within the automotive industry has been saluted in The Automotive 30% Club’s Inspiring Automotive Women Awards.
Women still face challenges when dealing with mechanics with millions finding a visit to a garage leaves them feeling uncomfortable, according to a new study.
Recruiting enough qualified technicians to meet workload will continue to challenge service and repair businesses.
Wages, recruitment and cost of living impact will have the biggest potential to impact dealership profit in 2024
Bridge Learning Tech has appointed Sarah Sillars as its industry champion and ambassador for skills development in the era of AI.
The Institute of the Motor industry has appointed both Julia Muir and Robert Forrester, chief executive and co-founder of Vertu Motors as vice presidents.
Repair business Steer Automotive Group is planning to significantly grow its apprenticeship programme next year
The UK Chancellor has moved to boost advanced automotive manufacturing and industry apprenticeships as part of the UK’s latest budget review.
This week’s Government’s Autumn Statement could prove a pivotal point for UK motor retail businesses and their customers, according to the NFDA.
Swansway Motor Group’s George Bettley has won the Aftermarket Magazine Top Technician award.
The IMI will offer advice at AM Live on how the industry can work towards filling the skills gap caused by a lack of technicians on new vehicle technologies.
An acute shortage of ADAS-qualified technicians in the UK could pose a serious risk to road safety, according to The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI).
Independent garages body IGA is offering subsidised MOT training to boost skills in the industry.
IMI to check electric & hybrid skills standards remain fit for purpose
CarGurus UK chief Amanda Symonds joins Automotive 30% Club
IMI donates assisted reality technology to colleges
