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In response to the growing talent shortage across the UK’s automotive aftermarket, Autotech Group has launched a powerful new resource: “Navigating Talent Shortages: A Guide for Automotive Employers in Today’s Challenging Landscape.”
This exclusive guide is now available for download and is designed to help automotive employers tackle one of the industry’s most pressing challenges - finding and retaining skilled talent in an evolving, tech-driven environment.
A collaborative effort with industry leaders
Developed in partnership with senior figures from Toyota, Halfords, the IMI, Veolia, and other key organisations, the guide offers a comprehensive look at the current labour landscape. It delivers practical, real-world strategies across three critical pillars: people, skills, and technology.
What’s inside the guide?
Actionable recruitment & retention strategies: Learn how to adapt to changing workforce expectations, implement inclusive hiring practices, and embrace flexible staffing models, including the use of contractors.
Future-ready training pathways: Discover how to build a pipeline of “omnicompetent technicians” - professionals equipped with both mechanical expertise and the digital skills needed to thrive in today’s workshops.
Technology as a talent enabler: Explore how tools like Assisted Reality (AR) headsets, voice-to-text software, and AI platforms are transforming the workplace - supporting neurodiverse employees, reducing admin burdens, and attracting younger, tech-savvy talent.
A call to action for the automotive industry
“This isn’t just a report - it’s a call to action,” says Simon King, CEO of Autotech Group. “We’ve worked closely with organisations across the sector to create something truly practical. This guide reflects the real challenges HR leaders and workshop managers are facing and offers collaborative, tested solutions that can be implemented today.”
The guide was officially launched at a high-impact HR event hosted by Autotech Group in London, bringing together professionals from across the automotive industry for a day of insight, strategy, and collaboration.
Who should read this guide?
Whether you're an HR professional, business owner, or industry influencer, this guide is a must-read if you're looking to build long-term, people-focused strategies in the face of mounting recruitment pressures.
Download your copy of “Navigating Talent Shortages” today and start shaping the future of your workforce.