HoloLens exclusive set for ARC360 event
Thatcham Research is set to provide delegates at ARC360’s forthcoming ‘Gaining Ground Together 2022’ event with an exclusive first look at its Microsoft HoloLens technician training capabilities.
Taking place on Thursday 24 November at the Manufacturing Technology Centre, Coventry, the event which is free to access for registered repairers will see Dean Lander, Head of Repair Sector Services, Thatcham Research provide an overview of the latest advances in learning environments including its ‘mixed reality device’ HoloLens.
MotorAid become Fix franchisee
Fix Auto UK has announced that MotorAid has joined the network and will now operate as Fix Auto Basildon.
One of the region’s leading vehicle repairers with a heritage spanning almost three decades, the three-acre site features a workshop space of more than 27,000 sqft that can handle up to 200 car and light commercial vehicle repairs a month.
Repairify unveils new training initiate
Repairify will launch a new comprehensive technical training programme intended to raise standards and skills among automotive technicians.
Due to be introduced in 2023, the Repairify Institute will employ innovative training methods such as adaptive learning, which adjusts teachings according to the person’s individual strengths and weaknesses, with additional features including a mentorship support programme and a Proof of Skill concept that enables students to demonstrate their new skills.
Kennedy wins at WorldSkills finals
UK technician Craig Kenney celebrated a double success at the recent WorldSkills Competition 2022 Special Edition for Car Painting, which took place in Denmark from 18-22 October.
He won bronze in the Car Painting Skills category, and also picked up second place in the Sustainable Practice Awards.
The competition, supported by BASF’s premium paint brand Glasurit, replaced the 46th edition WorldSkills that was cancelled in May due to the pandemic.
FMG sponsors Skills Competition
FMG Repair Services has underlined its commitment to nurturing new talent by announcing that it is sponsoring the IMI Skills Competition finals.
The two-day final at Cardiff and Vale College will take place in November, when 24 students and apprentices will demonstrate their skills across a range of tasks in four areas: Automotive Technology, Automotive Body Repair, Automotive Refinishing and Heavy Vehicle Technology.
Komoo cuts ribbon on fifth site
Fleet repair specialists Komoo has opened a new site in Middlesbrough.
The new single bay repair Qube will provide a convenient and rapid repair solution to fleet and rental customers in the region.
Certification secured
Service Certainty imageproof has renewed its ISO27001 certification.
ISO27001 is the world’s most well-established standard for information security management systems (ISMS) and accreditation recognises a company’s commitment to protecting data and information entrusted by third parties.
Enterprise wins big in Las Vegas
Enterprise Holdings was named CIECA’s 2022 Company of the Year at the Collision Industry Red Carpet Awards in Las Vegas.
CIECA (Collision Industry Electronic Commerce Association) develops collision industry electronic standards, codes and standard messages and provides implementation guides to make the industry more efficient.
Maintaining standards
PK Motors Accident Repair Centre has passed a recently unannounced BSI audit.
The company said, “This would not be possible without our loyal team of qualified technicians and staff being committed to providing the highest standards of service every single day.”
Premium prices on steady upwards climb
Comprehensive car insurance premiums have increased 14% in the last year to an average price of £586.
According to the Confused.com Car Insurance Price Index, premiums have risen four quarters in a row with six per cent rises recorded in the last three months.
Van drivers count the cost
Van drivers are now paying an average of £1,127 per year for motor insurance after policies rose by 18.9% in the last year. This is according to data released by Consumer Intelligence.
New report highlights mental health challenges
A new report has found that half of workers in the UK have reported worse mental health since the outbreak of Covid-19.
Nearly half (48%) said they were experiencing ‘burn out’ and more than a third (35%) said they felt depressed.
People
Shorade has named Stuart Bone as Head of Business, Cannock.
Mark Toms has started a new position as General Manager at Snows Peugeot Southampton and Romsey.
National Accident Repair Group has appointed George Georgiou as Network Operations Manager.
Bianca Dubiel has been named as Corporate Client Executive at Fix Auto UK.
Silverlake Automotive Recycling has named Greg Rose as Continuous Improvement Manager, a newly created role within the business.
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