The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI)

The latest episode of the IMI's Talking Point podcast with Paula Cooper from Toyota (GB) plc is available now! MotorPro’s editor, James Scoltock, sat down with Toyota (GB) plc's Paula Cooper, Director, ConsumerOne & The Academy, to discover why the IMI’s There's More To Motor campaign is so important for the industry and why they wanted to play a major part in the campaign's second phase. During their discussion, Paula addresses: · Her journey into the automotive industry · How Toyota actively campaigns to attract new talent to the automotive industry · Changing the perception of the industry We are also excited to announce that Toyota are sponsoring our There's More to Motor: Championing Diversity in Automotive at this year's IMI Annual Dinner and Awards. Listen here: https://okt.to/eazOl3. #MotorPro #MoreToMotor #ProudToBeIMI

The IMI is excited to launch its brand-new member conference: Skills for Future Automotive Professionals. Join us at the British Motor Museum to learn what it will take to be an automotive professional in the future. We've got a jam-packed insightful conference lined up for you...and what's more, it's just for members! Covering the latest hot topics on electrification, autonomous vehicles, connected vehicles, customer experience in a digital landscape and so much more. There is something for every member. The conference will take place on Thursday 27th February 2025, between 10:00-15:00. Discover more and purchase your ticket here: https://okt.to/QHn7eR. #ProudToBeIMI #IMICommunity

The IMI welcomes the fast-track consultation announced yesterday by the Secretary of State for Business and Industry, the Rt Hon Jonathan Reynolds MP. As the sector works to meet ambitious EV sales targets, the IMI is emphasising the need for certainty and support to help businesses and individuals invest in critical EV skills. With only 25% of the workforce qualified to work on EVs, and just 9% qualified to Level 4, prioritising aftermarket training is essential to meet growing demands. Azlina Bulmer, IMI Managing Director, commented: "Representing the interests of our 100,000+ members, we aim to make clear in our response to the consultation that businesses and individuals need the certainty and support to invest in the critical skills required to support an ever-growing electric vehicle parc and to give motorists the confidence to make the switch." We also urge that the consultation addresses the pressures manufacturers face, especially following the Luton van factory closure, and stand ready to support the sector through this transition. Read our full response here: https://okt.to/9K1LUs. #ProudToBeIMI #UKAutomotive

The UK automotive sector is expected to grow by 3% by 2032 in job terms, paving the way for more opportunities across the industry. The sector already contributes £37 billion to the UK economy and the future looks even brighter. Curious about the future of automotive jobs? Read the Landscape of the UK Automotive Labour Market report for more details, and become an IMI member for full access to exclusive insights. More: https://okt.to/2wxz40. #ProudToBeIMI #UKAutomotive

On Friday, we proudly announced the winners of our 2024 Skills Competition. With more than 700 nominations, it was the largest competition ever with representation from across the UK. 2024 marks the first year that two women became medallists, both in Refinishing, with a woman winning that category for the first time. Azlina Bulmer, IMI Managing Director said, "The scores this year were phenomenal, with stiff competition to get through to the final. Huge congratulations go to the winners who are shining examples of the talent that is emerging in the sector. It is vital that we continue to empower individuals by recognising their skills and showcasing their abilities to demonstrate the rewarding career opportunities the automotive sector has to offer.” Discover more here: https://lnkd.in/eV_FJ9Zg. And once again, congratulations to all of the winners and participants! 🥇 #ProudToBeIMI #IMISkillsCompetition WorldSkills UK

After an incredible week of competition, we are thrilled to announce the winners of the IMI Skills Competition 2024! These talented individuals have showcased exceptional skills, dedication and perseverance. Without further ado, the winners are… 𝐋𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐕𝐞𝐡𝐢𝐜𝐥𝐞 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲: Gold: Karl Wilson, Skillnet Limited, SG Petch Ltd Silver: Matthew Ford, Coleg Gwent, Monmouth MOT Centre Bronze: Adam Culverhouse, BMW Group Academy UK, Sytner BMW Highly commended: Robert Maskell, Skillnet Limited, Ford UK 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐯𝐲 𝐕𝐞𝐡𝐢𝐜𝐥𝐞 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲: Gold: Mihale Zeke, Cardiff and Vale College, Watts Truck & Van Cardiff Limited Silver: Toby Hull, Scania UK, TruckEast Ltd. Bronze: Callum Stewart, Edinburgh College, Tayside Contracts (Official) 𝐁𝐨𝐝𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐢𝐫: Gold: Jordan Lingham, Grŵp Colegau NPTC Group of Colleges, Sinclair Group Silver: Arran Cooper, Thatcham Research, Steer Automotive Group Bronze: Owen Thomas, Cardiff and Vale College, BP Rolls Group Highly commended: Joe Wilton, Riverpark Training, SDM Paint Works 𝐑𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠: Gold: Victoria Steele, Grŵp Colegau NPTC Group of Colleges, Sinclair Group Silver: Ben Robertson, Southern Regional College, G&H Auto Repairs Bronze: Teagan Whiteman, Coleg Gwent, Fix Auto UK Highly commended: Ben Williams, Cardiff and Vale College, Manor Garage Congratulations to all our champions for their outstanding achievements! To every competitor, thank you for making this event so inspiring. #IMISkillsCompetition #ProudToBeIMI #WSUK WorldSkills UK

And that's a wrap! After two incredible days of competition, the IMI Skills Competition finals have officially concluded. The tasks are complete, the scores are in, and now we eagerly await the awards ceremony!   We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who made this event possible: • Our volunteer judges, who dedicated their time, expertise, and passion not only for these finals but throughout the national qualifiers. • Our fantastic final venues, Bolton College, MAN Truck & Bus UK, for providing inspiring spaces for our talented competitors • Our amazing sponsors, partners, in-kind supporters, and WorldSkills UK, for their support.   To our competitors: You’ve all shown such incredible talent, hard work, and determination throughout this competition. Each of you has a bright future ahead, and we can’t wait to see what you achieve next!   We’re looking forward to celebrating with everyone at the awards ceremony, and for those cheering from home, keep your eyes on our social channels for announcements. We’ll announce the winners tomorrow at 9 PM…stay tuned! #IMISkillsCompetition #ProudToBeIMI #WSUK 

The IMI Skills Competition finals have officially begun!   Yesterday, we were thrilled to welcome the competitors and attend the WorldSkills UK opening ceremony at The University of Bolton's National Centre for Motorsport Engineering, where we heard from Daisy Seepersad (Careers & Development Manager, WorldSkills UK), Bill Webster (Principal & CEO, Bolton College), and Suzanne Ramage (Skills Champion, WorldSkills UK) on skills competitions' positive impact. Did you know that young people who have been involved with WorldSkills UK competitions earn around 60% more than their peers who have not taken part?   Today, the finals are officially kicking-off at MAN Truck & Bus UK and Bolton College, where we'll witness incredible talent and dedication as competitors showcase their skills. Over the course of the week, the competitors will undertake six practical tasks designed to test their skills and knowledge. Judged by some of the best experts in the sector, they're all aiming for the top medal. We’re also delighted to have some of their mentors and educators on-site. Good luck to all the competitors!   #IMISkillsCompetitions #ProudToBeIMI

The IMI is delighted to announce its partnership with Automechanika UK for the launch of 'Motorvate'. Motorvate is brand-new initiative to tackle one of the industry's biggest challenges: the automotive talent and skills shortage. It is set to run alongside Automechanika Birmingham from 3-5 June 2025. By showcasing the dynamic, technology-driven career opportunities the automotive industry offers, Motorvate will provide a provide a forum for students and mid-career changers to connect with the IMI and the wider sector, as they look towards a successful career in UK automotive. As the professional body for over 100,000 people working within the automotive sector, the IMI has an important role to play in ensuring that potential entrants to the sector have a positive understanding and attitude towards automotive - ensuring that entry routes are clear and easy to follow – as well as supporting individuals from the beginning of their career until the end. Find out more about the IMI's policy work here: https://okt.to/wzPr36. Discover more about Motorvate here: https://okt.to/mxdupo. #ProudToBeIMI #IMICommunity

In the latest MotorPro Talking Point podcast, Azlina Bulmer, the IMI's Managing Director, shared her inspiring career path into the automotive industry and discussed how the IMI is adapting to help members succeed, even when the pace of change is so rapid. During her insightful discussion with editor James Scoltock, she highlighted our strategic shift to better meet member needs through: • Championing qualifications in the automotive industry • Equity, diversity and inclusion • Providing members a voice to Government Listen to the podcast here: https://okt.to/nbfOZF. #ProudToBeIMI #IMICommunity