IMI data shows EV training stall at same time as sales accelerate
Rising just 6% on the previous quarter, the EV qualification rate is failing to keep pace with EV demand, putting workforce and motorist safety at…
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The IMI powers the future of automotive talent as it sponsors Coventry University team competing in Shell Eco-Marathon
Mature learners, career changers and first gen university students join forces to design, build and race energy-efficient car Demonstrating its commitment to the future of…
IMI analysis reveals strong talent pipeline for HGV technicians
HGV technician apprenticeship starts rise 47% since 2020/21 with heavy reliance on older trainees and ASA levy funding With increasing government focus on public transport…
Automotive apprenticeships 20-25% below pre-pandemic levels for new academic year
IMI Automotive Education Report highlights continued challenge to attract new talent into the sector, although employer investment in training is improving The latest Automotive Education…
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Latest data from the IMI illustrates changing picture of automotive career paths, challenging outdated perceptions of the sector Ahead of National Careers Week (2-7 March),…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…