Recognised for a strong commitment to an apprentice programme where all future talent can thrive, Bentley Motors has secured respected silver status accreditation from the Investors in People “We invest in apprentices” programme. The nationally recognised, government approved award is one of the most comprehensive assessments available and assesses apprenticeship […]
Month: November 2021
Hagerty sponsors Racing with Autism founder Austin Riley
Hagerty is a global automotive enthusiast brand for car lovers, with a purpose of saving driving for future generations. Driving offers freedom, an opportunity to express yourself and a way to escape the stresses of everyday life, a statement particularly true of Hagerty sponsored Canadian racer Austin Riley. Austin has […]
‘Groundbreaking’ driver training scheme for under 17s delivers one millionth lesson
A driver training scheme which was created to save lives has delivered its one millionth lesson. Young Driver, which was unique in the UK when it launched in 2009, lets children as young as 10 get behind the wheel, extending the period over which they learn to drive and creating […]
Guanyu Zhou joins Alfa Romeo Racing Orlen for 2022
Alfa Romeo Racing ORLEN will see an injection of talent and youthful enthusiasm for the 2022 season, as Guanyu Zhou joins the team as race driver. The Chinese youngster, a multiple race winner in the FIA F2 Championship, will make his F1 debut on the grid for next season’s opener […]
The National Motor Museum Trust looks to the future with virtual conference
The National Motor Museum Trust is inviting key stage 3 and 4 students to join its first ever Young Person’s Conference to explore the future of mobility. With the world of motoring experiencing changes that are the most fundamental since the late 19th century, the virtual conference on 2rd November […]
ŠKODA students transform Kamiq SUV into Dakar rally special
Since its inception seven years ago, the ŠKODA apprentice car (or Azubi) programme, has produced some remarkable cars. This year, students are collaborating with ŠKODA Motorsport to build a one-off special helping to celebrate 120 years since ŠKODA’s entry into competitive motorsport. The eighth project will see the pupils transform […]
Iron Dames successfully carry out FIA Formula 3 tests in Magny-Cours
Today, thanks to FIA Formula 3, two young aspiring female racing drivers from the Iron Dames project took to the track at Circuit de Magny-Cours to test a Formula 3 car for the first time in their careers. Signifying an important opportunity for Doriane Pin and Maya Weug, both 17-years-old, […]
2026 marks cross-roads for EV skills gap
According to new analysis from the Institute of the Motor Industry, 90,000 automotive technicians[i] will be required to provide sufficient workforce to service the volume[ii] of zero emissions vehicles predicted to be on UK roads by 2030 – the government’s Road to Zero deadline. However, whilst the automotive sector is […]
Generation Z is the most open-minded and well researched car buying age group – taking seven weeks to make a purchase
Generation Z is the most open-minded and well researched car buying generation, taking seven weeks to make a car purchase, a recent study by leading automotive marketplace CarGurus has revealed. The Next Generation of Car Buyers study found that while 18-24 year old buyers felt the urgency of their purchase […]
National STEM Day: Young people find tech inspiring, but a quarter will not choose careers in this industry
To mark National STEM Day, new research reveals that despite 70% of young people finding tech inspiring, a quarter (25%) are not currently considering a career in this sector. That’s according to the latest research from Goodwood’s Future Lab. The survey of 1,000 14- to 24-year-olds also found that while […]