How virtual reality is supercharging learning We all know that automotive needs to embrace a wider pool when looking for talent, that includes people with mental health problems or other disadvantages that may have hindered their progress.
Case Study: Adam Eastty – Boston, Massachusetts Throughout my career, I have held several positions, which have allowed me to gain a comprehensive understanding of the automotive repair sector and to contribute to its evolution. These roles include Auto-Damage Appraiser, where I conducted vehicle damage analysis & estimatics, Senior Field Sec...
How Summers Motors is improving mental health support Mental health and wellbeing is an issue that effects the automotive industry as much as any other. It’s why charities such as Ben deliver a range of help, advice and services to help people who are struggling.
Trading Places First Step Trust’s Trading Places project opens the doors to the workshop, bringing in senior executives to work alongside people with mental health problems and other challenges to discover just what people can do when given the opportunity
Two ways the MOT could change in the future With so much activity around the MOT, including the recent consultation and the release of the DVSA's strategic plan setting out some possible changes and areas of focus, the test could see a lot of changes in the future.
IMI steps up to answer government ‘Call for Evidence’ to support its review of heavy vehicle testing Professional body appeals to the HGV sector to provide input for response to the consultation to shape the future of a safe and efficient testing process in the UK
Work experience: The route to success Our industry desperately needs fresh talent, but unless we can give young people a taste of what a career in automotive might look like, the next generation of gifted motor pros may simply head elsewhere.
