The motor repair industry is facing a critical skills gap which in turn, is driving up insurance premiums and impacting the turn-around time for repairs. Here’s a quick overview:
- Vacancy crisis: Over 23,000 vacancies in technical roles are reported, with the industry struggling to fill these positions.
- Apprenticeship decline: New apprentices in collision repair are stagnating, failing to meet the sector’s needs.
- Tech challenges: A shortage of qualified technicians for electric vehicles and advanced systems is projected to worsen, with significant shortfalls expected by . . .
This content is restricted to subscribers