What the data tells us
The exclusive motor conference next week will see four data presentations on specific specialist areas. This will be followed by a panel discussion to decipher how the data all interlinks and what more might it be able to tell us about how insurers are ‘advancing’ when it comes to claims.
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Fix Auto UK announces new apprenticeship partner
Fix Auto UK has announced a new partnership intended to enhance and improve apprenticeship recruitment and development throughout its network.
AutoRaise Rally set to break £200,000 barrier
The AutoRaise Rally is on track to break the £200,000 fundraising barrier after 62 teams and 160 people took part in the U-Pol-backed three-day event last week.
Between them they covered more than 21,000 miles in support of the charity that is tackling the current skills gap by promoting the industry to new talent and then helping them find apprenticeship roles.
Thatcham Research welcomes latest intake
Thatcham Research has this week welcomed its latest intake of apprentices.
The latest cohort represent 2Excel Engineering, Apollo Motor Group, Artis Accident Care, DLG Auto Services, FMG Repair Services, Foray Motor Group, Lillywhitegarage, RJM Repair and Paint, Rolls Royce, Smart Answers and Solus Accident Repair Centres.
Thatcham Research Academy delivers practical and online learning, covering the latest technologies, including ADAS and electric vehicles.
Thieves set their sights on car parts
New research has revealed a fresh target for car thieves – car parts.
According to data from LV= General Insurance, the theft of steering wheels has risen by a staggering 133% since 2017 (average claims cost of £7,000), with demand for airbags, gear levers and dashboard components doubling during the same period.
Steer Group unveils new flagship site
Steer Group has cut the ribbon on a new prestige flagship facility in High Wycombe.
The purpose-built 28,000 sqft site has been designed to repair the world’s leading vehicle brands.
Following the science
Copart has set science-based targets to reduce carbon emissions throughout its operations.
The UK’s leading vehicle salvage and remarking company has joined more than 3,000 other businesses that have committed to the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which has provided it with a clearly defined pathway towards reducing emissions in line with the Paris Agreement.
Rising figures mask deeper concerns
Car and commercial vehicle manufacturing both rose sharply in August, with car output up 43% on August 2021 and commercial vehicles surging by 92.9%.
Sargeant’s major marathon fundraising effort
Dave Sargeant, Chairman of AutoRaise and Gemini Managing Director, is running the London Marathon on Sunday to raise funds for prostate cancer research.
Apollo backs next-gen talent
Apollo Motor Group has underscored its commitment to developing future talent this week, with Managing Director Paul Clements attending the Careers and Apprenticeship Show at Fratton Park in Portsmouth recently, promoting the industry to more than 1,300 visitors, while at the same time supporting six apprentices as they began their journey at Thatcham Research Academy.
This six are Liam Fowler (Apollo Horsham), Aiden Faulkner (Apollo Yeovil), Harley Chambers (Apollo Basingstoke), Ben Tomes (Apollo Swindon), Dominic Motani (Apollo Polegate) and Marcus Stepney (Apollo Cheltenham).
Wejo links AVs with connected tech
Wejo has unveiled a new autonomous vehicle prototype that integrates with real-time connected vehicle technology such as the number of cars on the road, pedestrians, cyclists, road barriers and road conditions.
DLIVEREE has been created to support the further development of autonomous vehicles.
Founder and CEO Richard Barlow said, “Wejo is not entering the race to develop autonomous vehicles. We are ultimately supporting the creation of the most experienced driver on the road.”
Redde Northgate reports ‘encouraging’ results
Redde Northgate has told shareholders that the future looks encouraging with trade remaining strong despite post-Covid challenges and claims and services recovering well.
Appointments
A1 ADAS Solutions has welcomed Paul Harris to its team. ADAS-qualified, he brings a wealth of main dealer experience with hi having worked at Audi and Jaguar Landrover.
David Dollar has been promoted to Senior Body Repair Claims Specialist, EMEA, Tesla.
ITAS has appointed Mark Thorns-by as new Regional Performance Manager.
Rebecca Winterhalder has been named Head of Motor Claims, Accidental Damage at Hastings Direct.
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