How to get your business ready for the restart In this article: The COVID-19 pandemic has meant a lot of businesses haven’t been open, but now’s the time to start getting ready for the restart. The Garage Inspector, Andy Savva explains how
The IMI launches new programme of webinars to help individuals and businesses Automotive industry body offers invaluable insight on key industry issues during lockdown and beyond
More of your questions answered Our first ‘Ask the IMI’ webinar last week reinforced the value of communicating directly with you during these challenging times. These digital events offer huge benefits and that’s why we’re expanding them over the coming weeks.
Through diversity to the stars In this article: Hayley Pells explains how a career in the RAF with tours in the Balkans and Middle East gave her the skills to succeed in the motor industry with her company Avia Speed Shop
Shift in focus: From the Army to automotive In this article: From Training Director in the Army to Managing Director of Network Training Partnership, Gary Tucker explains how he shifted from military life to the motor industry
Knowledge transfer: Applying RAF skills to the motor industry In this article: The IMI’s very own Tony Lawson, Head of Assessment Services, talks to MotorPro about his move from established career in the RAF to climbing the career ladder in the motor industry
Getting a roadmap ready With the Prime Minister’s address yesterday evening we have the first outline of an end to lockdown. Much of Boris Johnson’s plan is conditional, and clarity needs to be brought to a number of issues surrounding the restarting of the country.
Advice by the members, for members In this article: Long-standing IMI member Andrew Livesey, gives his advice on how we can all get through the COVID-19 pandemic.
IMI joins automotive trade bodies to provide the Aftermarket with COVID-19 Protective Measures Best Practice Guide Vital role of Aftermarket sector in supporting safe mobility of UK workforce underlined as the IMI echoes SMMT call for MOT 6 month extension to be scrapped
Apprentices in lockdown: more than half of automotive retail apprentices have been furloughed IMI launches Furlough Register, providing access to free learning resources, as new data suggests the sector could face dire skills challenge post-COVID-19
Guiding you back into business Some businesses, particularly MOT and servicing companies, have continued to operate throughout the crisis, helping keep people, including key workers, mobile during these challenging times. They have been amazing.
Rachel Clift: How to access Ben In this article: The industry’s designated charity Ben does amazing work, and during the COVID-19 pandemic, its services are even more needed. The organisation’s Health and Wellbeing Director Rachel Clift explains how to access the help you need