Search Students IMI Connect Basket Menu You are here Driving the automotive sector Building an industry that’s fit for the future IMI's Campaigns for Change The latest IMI news and campaigns More of the latest Career Development And the winners are... 24 Nov 2021 3 mins read Industry trends Breaking news: IMI flags up EV technician shortages 17 Nov 2021 2 mins read Helping you pass your MOT assessment 10 Nov 2021 2 mins read 2026 marks cross-roads for EV skills gap 10 Nov 2021 3 mins read Centre improvements update - November 2021 08 Nov 2021 3 mins read Focused on today’s challenges The automotive sector is crucial to the UK economy. We employ 700,000+ people and have a collective turnover of some £200bn. But our industry also faces a number of critical challenges: attracting and retaining talent; skills gaps at senior and entry level; regulatory change; and overall public confidence. IMI specialists bring up-to-date, relevant evidence and technical expertise to these debates, and we have a track record of setting the agenda around automotive skills. Attracting and retaining talent The younger generation is shaped by digital and mobile technology. To bring the brightest and best into automotive, we must demonstrate that this is a high-tech industry; and engage young people with the opportunity to keep on learning. Read more Developing forward-thinking leaders There are serious management shortfalls in our industry. Many leaders aren’t sufficiently trained for the job. But high-quality managers can transform an organisation’s performance. It’s time to supercharge our industry’s management skills. Read more Securing the industry’s future Decisions made by the UK government – such as those on EVs and new petrol and diesel vehicle sales, emissions regulations, and road licensing – have a direct impact on the the industry. We continue to champion the causes that matter. Read more Renewing public confidence The automotive industry still has something of an image problem. For public perception and confidence in our industry to continue to rise, we must ensure individuals working within it are trained and skilled to the highest levels. Read more The latest IMI news and campaigns More of the latest Career Development And the winners are... 24 Nov 2021 3 mins read Industry trends Breaking news: IMI flags up EV technician shortages 17 Nov 2021 2 mins read MOT Helping you pass your MOT assessment 10 Nov 2021 2 mins read Industry trends 2026 marks cross-roads for EV skills gap 10 Nov 2021 3 mins read Download Campaigns for Change The four most urgent challenges facing the automotive industry, and how we can address them. Join the conversation today. Download PDF Our services Membership Courses Careers Events Redeem a code Helpful links About the IMI Campaigns for Change IMI Policies Ben Accessibility Visit us: Contact us Institute of the Motor Industry Fanshaws, Brickendon Hertford, SG13 8PQ +44 (0)1992 511521 Send us a message ©2021 Institute of the Motor Industry. A company limited by guarantee. | Registered in England No: 225180 Website by Heavy Penguin We use cookies on this site to enhance your user experience By clicking the Accept button, you agree to us doing so. More info Accept No, thanks