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…
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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…
It’s a deal! Car show couple take up student’s interview invitation
Wheeler Dealers stars Mike and Michelle Brewer gave media students a fascinating insight into TV production and the car sales industry during a visit to…
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…
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…
RHA working with ‘outstanding’ training provider to tackle apprentice shortfall in road transport sector
RHA Skills and Remit Training are working together to help address the growing technician shortage across the UK’s road transport sector. This new arrangement will…
Bradford College’s £17m Building Hits Milestone as Steel Frame Completed
The four-storey steel frame of Bradford College’s new £17 million building is now in place—marking a key step in transforming the Thornton Road site. Led…
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…