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Aftersales 4 JanEV threat to aftersales and workshop safety
The Institute of Motor Industry has repeated calls for new standards for EV technicians, stating that workshop injuries could result from charges that are “worse than being plugged into the electric chair.”
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People News 4 NovCarspring scholarship to address 'ridiculous' industry gender imbalance
Carspring addresses 'ridiculous' industry gender imbalance with new scholarship
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Car Manufacturer News 4 NovSales and aftersales on the curriculum at new Toyota Academy
Toyota UK’s manufacturing and sales and marketing businesses have completed a joint venture to establish a new national skills centre at the brand’s Burnaston production centre.
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People News 1 Nov
IMI launches new light vehicle apprenticeship
The IMI has launched its new Apprenticeship Standard (Trailblazer) programme for motor vehicle service and maintenance technicians working in the light vehicle sector.
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People News 24 OctWarning of industry skills shortage as 'best of the best' IMI apprentices given awards
The head of the industry training and skills organisation warned of a skills shortage due to government funding cuts at last week’s presentation of awards recognising the ‘best of the best’ apprentices.
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People News 17 Oct
Fellowship of the Motor Industry launches training bursary
Training for a career in the sector has just been given a boost with the launch of a new bursary from the Fellowship of the Motor Industry (FMI).
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Market Insight 3 Oct
Government proposals to cut apprenticeship funding branded a 'ticking time bomb'
Government proposals to cut apprenticeship funding are a “ticking time bomb” for the sector.
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Latest News 21 Sep'We will reach 200,000 students' - The AM People Conference 2016 report
Expert speakers at the AM People Conference 2016 provide their tips for hiring, developing and retaining dealership staff.
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Supplier News 2 Sep
Symco Training gets IMI Quality Assured stamp
Automotive sales training company Symco Training has gained accreditation by the Institute of Motor Industry for its courses.
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Supplier News 11 AugCoachworks Consulting awarded IMI approved centre status
Coachworks Consulting has received approved centre status from the Institute of the Motor Industry.
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Car Manufacturer News 10 JunMitsubishi training trio gain IMI recognition
Three dealership training specialists from Mitsubishi’s Training Academy have been honoured by the Institute of the Motor Industry’s chief executive, Steve Nash.
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Market Insight 12 MayIMI course to help dealers overcome ‘challenging markets’
Training provider Get the Edge has teamed up with the Institute of the Motor Industry to launched a new management training programme designed to help used vehicle dealers thrive as markets change.
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Car Dealer News 4 MayDealers should shout about the earning potential of apprentices to boost sector appeal
Schools, students and employers need to forge new relationships if dealers are to recruit the high calibre apprentices they need.
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Car Dealer News 27 AprSMTA in partnership with IMI to ensure dealers access to skills improvement
The Scottish Motor Trade Association has partnered with the Institute of the Motor Industry to support its members annual continued professional development (CPD) and assessment requirements.
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Market Insight 11 AprGovernment urged to invest in electric cars for £51 billion economic boost
This needs an abstractThe Government should make a significant investment in electric vehicle charging infrastructure and industry skills improvement - or the UK risks missing out on major economic benefits.
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Market Insight 16 Mar
JCT600 and industry suppliers unite with the IMI to champion innovation
JCT600 has united with sector suppliers to provide a look at their innovative approach, online technologies and solutions that manufacturers and retailers are adopting to meet consumer demand.
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Aftersales 7 MarAA Garage Guide teams up with Motor Codes and the IMI
AA Garage Guide has entered into a strategic partnership with the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) and Motor Codes in a bid to steer consumers to top-rated service providers.
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Car Dealer News 7 MarAM100 groups and manufacturers unite to bring more talented women into the industry
Some of the UK’s leading dealer groups are uniting to improve the perception of the industry to women – and get more females working in senior positions in their businesses.
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Market Insight 22 FebIs the end nigh for ‘low basic, high commission’? Industry leaders reveal their thoughts
It is indicative of the steps to which dealers have to go to fill vacancies that Spire Automotive advertised in The Caterer when it needed a reception host.
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Aftersales 29 JanMOT technicians put to the test with new DVSA qualification
Three training providers are preparing to pilot a new DVSA qualification for all MOT managers and testers from April 2016, as part of a three-phased approach involving around 500 people.
