IMI welcomes £1 billion EV funding boost for vans and trucks

But calls for a stronger focus on investment in skills and training to match the pace of EV uptake The Institute of the Motor Industry…

IMI welcomes latest youth employment drive

The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) has welcomed the government’s announcement of a major employment drive aimed at unlocking 200,000 new jobs and apprenticeships…

The best of automotive celebrated at the IMI Annual Dinner and Awards

Inspirational individuals and organisations recognised for excellence, inclusion and commitment to the future of automotive The automotive industry gathered last night to celebrate inspirational individuals…

National Careers Week: Dynamic automotive landscape provides wealth of career opportunities as demand for green roles grows

Latest data from the IMI illustrates changing picture of automotive career paths, challenging outdated perceptions of the sector Ahead of National Careers Week (2-7 March),…

The IMI celebrates automotive excellence as it announces shortlist for Annual Awards 

Winners to be revealed at the IMI Annual Dinner – 11th March 2026 The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) has today announced the shortlist for…

IMI: The sums don’t add up on apprenticeships for SMEs

New analysis from the voice of the automotive sector shows training savings for SMEs are wiped out by the rise in the minimum wage and…

IMI - The best of the best celebrated at the 2025 WorldSkills UK National Finals

Outstanding vocational skills were put to the test with winners crowned from across the UK The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI), the automotive professional…

TTC Group Appoints Ryan Wells as Learning Director

Telford, 21st October 2025 – Competency management expert, TTC Group, has announced the appointment of Ryan Wells as its Learning Director. This newly created role follows the company’s transition…

Government Urgently Needs to Shift its Myopic Vision and Fiscal Support of Automotive Beyond Manufacturing and R&D

IMI pre-budget submission calls for urgent investment in UK’s automotive workforce outside the factory gates to keep vehicles on the road safe and support net…

The Institute of the Motor Industry calls for industry and Government to agree on what true “Gold Standard Apprenticeship” looks like

The Institute of the Motor Industry calls for industry and Government to agree on what true “Gold Standard Apprenticeship” looks like. The IMI has responded…

Technician competence beyond the factory gates is critical for automated vehicles safety

The IMI urges government to integrate robust workforce accreditation into Statement of Safety Principles to protect workers, employers and road users  As the voice of the UK…

TTC Group appoints Kate Perry as Chief of Staff

New role created as TTC Group continues its strategic transformation through acquisition People competency management expert, TTC Group, has appointed Kate Perry as its Chief…

The IMI Announces Passing of Rich Hutchins

It is with huge sadness that the IMI must announce that Richard Hutchins, IMI Skills Competitions Manager, passed away peacefully on 22nd July 2025, surrounded…

Nick Connor Appointed CEO of IMI

Bringing fresh leadership at a pivotal moment for the sector, Nick joins to guide the IMI’s next era The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI)…

IMI welcomes Skills England’s call for reform, but urges greater focus on the Automotive Sector

The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) welcomes Skills England’s latest publication, Sector Evidence to Support the Growth and Skills Offer, and the recognition that…

Declining automotive qualifications and apprenticeships are real threat to UK road safety

The latest Automotive Education Report from the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI), highlights a complex landscape for the sector’s future skills pipeline. The membership…

IMI Unveils its Commitment to the UK Automotive Sector

New IMI manifesto sets out roadmap to support automotive professionals and solve the UK automotive skills crisis Underlining its commitment to tackling the UK’s automotive…

Sector-wide education is key to ensuring the Building Safety Act is adhered to

Synergie Training launches Building Safety Act courses to guide and protect businesses in the built environment industry It has been a year since the Building…

IMI Response to Government’s new Apprenticeship Reforms and Skills Strategy 

Professional body concerned by lack of focus on automotive sector’s specific skills needs where precision and safety are paramount  The Institute of the Motor Industry…

2024 IMI Skills Competition winners announced

New emerging talent showcases the opportunities the automotive sector has to offer The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) has announced the winners of its…

Student-focused road safety classes from TTC aim to cut young driver casualties

Interactive Young Driver Workshop for schools provides potentially life-saving skills to prepare young people for learning to drive Young drivers are devastatingly overrepresented in collision…

Invest 2035: The UK’s Modern Industrial Strategy

Following the publication of Invest 2035: The UK’s Modern Industrial Strategy green paper on Monday 14th October, the IMI believes it is critical that automotive skills are a…

TTC Group appoints Roy Hastings as Chief Financial Officer

TTC Group appoints Roy Hastings as Chief Financial Officer. As it powers forward with strategic diversification into complementary regulated training markets Trusted training and compliance…

TTC Group drives forward the diversification of its training and compliance portfolio with the acquisition of Miad Healthcare

Latest investment creates a trio of regulated training markets – fleet, construction and healthcare Trusted training and compliance expert, TTC Group, continues its strategic expansion…

IMI Skills Competitions Finalists Announced

24 students and apprentices go forward to compete for a place in the national finals Following National Qualifier events in May and June, the Institute…

IMI Skills Competitions 2024: Body Repair and Refinishing

@The_IMI : National qualifying rounds to be held at Morelli Group’s Eyebox Training & Conference Centre, 15-17th May The three-day national qualifying rounds for the…

Skills Minister backs IMI-led Further Education Lecturer Reservists (FELR) initiative

The IMI (@The_IMI) leads initiative backed by Skills Minister (@LukeHall) to improve Further Education resources with Further Education Lecturer Reservists (FELR) model Westminster roundtable debates…

Hayley Pells recognised in the Autocar Great Women 2024 Top 100

IMI (@The_IMI) Policy and Public Affairs Lead named in the Government Affairs category Recognising her role in leading the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI)…

The IMI welcomes House of Lords Committee Inquiry on Skills and Training Policy

The professional body for the automotive sector, the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI), welcomes the new inquiry on skills and training announced by the…

Diversity in automotive moving forward but remains stuck in the slow lane

The IMI calls for wider sector engagement in the Diversity Task Force as its latest report reveals the industry has taken two steps forward and…

New appointments and a reshuffle at the top pave the way for strategic growth at TTC

In the latest step of its strategic development plan, the TTC Group has appointed David Marsh as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Ian…

Vacancies remain stubbornly high in Automotive Aftermarket at 23k

Job postings highlight growing need for technicians, mechanics and electricians able to work safely on EVs The latest report from the Institute of the Motor…

2024 Spring Budget: Urgent focus is needed to support the automotive businesses that are critical to the road to zero

The Institute of the Motor Industry urges the Chancellor to reinstate super-deduction to support the business investment needed in equipment and training for a sustainable…

Further growth in EV qualified automotive aftermarket workforce

IMI analysis reveals 22% of technicians are EV-qualified. The latest EV TechSafe data from the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI), the professional body for…

73% of MOT testers still need to take their Annual Assessment

IMI warns MOT testers face risk of additional checks if they miss the 31st March deadline The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) is highlighting…

Driving Auto Forwards: IMI report puts the spotlight on short-term drivers for skills change

Changing automotive landscape demands technical skill, increased diversity and environmentally conscious practices A new report from the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) – Driving…

Government reshuffle: IMI response

Hayley Pells, Policy Lead comments on the changes in government that will have an impact on the automotive sector “The latest government reshuffle presents the…

The real voices behind the IMI’s ‘There’s More to Motor’ campaign seen 1 million times in the first month

More than 8,000 people respond to digital campaign to search for automotive jobs for the first time One month after the Institute of the Motor…

A plan for drivers … but what about the workforce that will keep them on the road?

A plan for drivers … but what about the workforce that will keep them on the road? Institute of Motor Industry responds to Conservative Party…

IMI inspires a new generation of automotive talent with the donation of Assisted Reality headsets to colleges

IMI inspires a new generation of automotive talent with the donation of Assisted Reality headsets to colleges Industry body’s collaboration with Autotech Connect and RealWear…

The IMI urges employers and FE colleges to make nominations to IMI Skills Competition before deadline

George Hinkley, winner of the Heavy Vehicle Technology category in 2022 IMI Skills Competition and IMI Apprentice of the Year 2023 is a great example…

IMI Competitions Manager wins WorldSkills EDI Heroes Award for second consecutive year

IMI Competitions Manager wins WorldSkills EDI Heroes Award for second consecutive yearRichard Hutchins secures Skills Competition Diversity Champion accolade as the IMI launches the 2022…

DVSA has confirmed it will not be extending the annual training year as 31st March deadline approaches

Nearly 50,000 technicians have yet to complete their MOT Annual Assessment warns @The_IMI Flexible e-Learning MOT Training and Assessment package from the IMI is designed…

IMI Awards Shortlist - heroes that have excelled in unprecedented times unveiled

IMI unveils heroes that have excelled in unprecedented times Shortlist released for 2022 Awards with winners to be announced in March  The shortlist for the Institute…

IMI Diversity Task Force publishes interim report

IMI Diversity Task Force publishes interim report (@The_IMI)  Initial findings identify acute gaps in knowledge and the need for leader and employee mentoring and support…

IMI steers MOT Testers to the ‘right knowledge’ to improve chances of passing first time

  Intuitive questions in IMI (@The_IMI) MOT e-Learning modules help technicians prepare for Annual Assessment Recognising the time pressures on MOT testers to complete their…