AutoRaise has announced the launch of the AutoYouth Alliance (AYA), a new national initiative designed to give apprentices and young technicians a meaningful voice in shaping the future of the automotive repair industry. Launching during National Apprenticeship Week 2026, the AutoYouth Alliance brings together apprentices, newly qualified technicians and rising young stars from across the […]
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Hello! As the summer gears up, so too does the energy across our industry — and here at AutoRaise, it’s been a month of powerful momentum. We’ve welcomed a wave of incredible new investors who are putting real weight behind the need to build a future-fit workforce. We’ve attended NBRA’s very first Breakfast Club, bringing
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Hello! As we move through May, it’s been energising to see so many industry conversations focused on the future – from ARC360’s spotlight on sector transformation, to the growing momentum behind apprenticeship reform. At AutoRaise, we remain focused on the practical actions that make a difference: supporting apprentices, empowering repairers, and helping to close the
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We’re delighted to share a new short video from our patron, Richard Hammond, who has recorded a personal message in support of AutoRaise — and the work we do to get young people into meaningful careers in vehicle repair. In his unmistakable style, Richard reminds us that behind every repaired car is a technician who
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When Lauren started tinkering with cars in her spare time, she wasn’t thinking about career progression. She just loved it. Fixing up her own Japanese import. Watching paintwork come back to life. Spending time with friends at car shows, comparing projects and helping each other learn. It was a hobby, until it quietly became a
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We know the reality. You want to bring in an apprentice. You know your team needs fresh talent, and you know the industry depends on it. But then there’s the cost. Tools. Equipment. The extra time it takes to train someone up. It all adds up. And for small bodyshops, that’s sometimes the dealbreaker. That’s
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Hello Everyone! We’re already into April, and the pace hasn’t slowed. From the launch of our new membership scheme to another two triathlons completed by Alex (that’s 40 and counting), it’s been a month of real movement – both on the ground and across the sector. National Automotive Careers Week is in full swing, our
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Hello Everyone! As we step into Spring, the automotive repair industry is buzzing with innovation, collaboration, and a shared commitment to shaping a stronger future. This month, we’ve seen powerful conversations at the AutoRaise Power Panel, inspiring talent at NCGS North, and cutting-edge skills on display at the Steer Apprentice Skills Competition 2025.At AutoRaise, our
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AutoRaise trustee and NBRA Executive Director Martyn Rowley has gone above and beyond in demonstrating his commitment to the automotive community—quite literally trekking through the harshest of environments to support those in need. As part of the BEN Sahara Challenge, Martyn braved five days of relentless desert trekking alongside Karen Jakes of Thatcham Research and the
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AutoRaise made a powerful impact at the National Career Guidance Show (NCGS) North 2025, taking the stage to highlight career opportunities in the automotive repair industry and address the barriers preventing young people—especially women—from considering this career path. With a stand at the event and a key speaker slot, AutoRaise engaged with career professionals, educators,
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