Training & wellbeing 48 Delphi invests in future talent Delphi has engaged with more than 100 students at Leicester College in a move designed to help inspire the next generation of automotive professionals. The company recently visited Leicester College to deliver insight sessions to two groups of Level 2 and Level 3 students studying automotive qualifications. The sessions provided students with a detailed introduction to Delphi, offering an overview of the company, its products and the career opportunities available within both the business and wider automotive sector. Alongside brand education, the Delphi team shared practical industry knowledge and discussed the evolving future of the industry, including the technological advancements and opportunities shaping the aftermarket of tomorrow. By engaging with students early in their careers, Delphi wants to help bridge the gap between education and industry. This approach aims to ensure that future technicians are better equipped with the knowledge, awareness and confidence needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving sector. At the same time, it is designed to also highlight that careers in the automotive industry extend far beyond technical roles, across marketing, sales, finance and human resources. Commenting on the initiative, Kenny Kay, Technical Support Lead at Delphi, said: “The future success of our industry depends on attracting, developing and supporting the next generation of technicians. “Engaging directly with students allows us to share our experience, showcase the opportunities available within the sector and help them understand the exciting future that lies ahead for automotive technology.” www.delphiautoparts.com. A new strategic partnership between Valeo Service UK and LKQ Academy has been established, aiming to equip technicians with the skills needed to keep pace with the rapid evolution of modern vehicle technology. The collaboration is set to deliver structured training through Valeo Tech Academy, supporting the industry’s transition towards electrification, ADAS and increasingly complex diagnostics. The training follows a three-stage approach, beginning with digital modules to build foundational knowledge, followed by regional handson sessions using real-world fault scenarios and advanced simulators, and concluding with follow-up webinars to reinforce learning once technicians are back in the workshop. “This partnership ensures technicians have access to structured training that reflects everyday workshop life and prepares them for the technologies they’re seeing every day in the bay,” said Valeo technical trainer Stewart Lynch. Training will cover electrification, driver assistance systems and new powertrain technologies across all makes and vehicle architectures. Delivered through Valeo Tech Academy, the programme is brand-agnostic, providing technicians with practical, day-to-day skills. “Through LKQ Academy, our focus is on giving technicians practical skills, confidence and support that they can take straight back into the workshop,” added Lee Chapman, Head of Support and LKQ Academy at LKQ Euro Car Parts. “By partnering with Valeo Tech Academy, we’re combining leading technical expertise with accessible, high-quality training that helps our customers reduce diagnostic time, work safely on newer vehicle systems and build long-term capability for the future.” tinyurl.com/4hbsaba3 New partnership to respond to skills shortage
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