As we approach the final countdown for the Electrotechnical Assessment Specification (EAS) updates, the industry is bracing for a shift in accountability. The days of 'Qualified Supervisors' signing off on junior installers' work from a distance are ending. Every individual working on public charging infrastructure is now being pushed toward...
Fleet Electrification: The Ultimate Backbone of the Industry
Recent data shows that fleets, not private buyers, are now the primary drivers of EV volume in the UK. This creates a specific set of challenges. When an electric delivery van goes down, it’s not just an inconvenience; it’s a broken supply chain. Training is now focusing on high-duty cycle...
The “Live Work” Era: Why Level 4 is the New Standard
As the first generation of mass-market EVs starts to age out of their initial warranties, the "isolate and wait" approach to servicing is no longer enough. This month, I’ve been looking closely at the transition to IMI Level 4 qualifications. Unlike previous levels, Level 4 is about the diagnosis and...
The number of electric/hybrid vehicles is on the up in the UK, but where are the qualified technicians to service them?
The UK is facing a critical shortage of electric vehicle technicians as the number of electric and hybrid vehicles continues to increase. With the number of electric vehicles in the UK now over 1 million the number of skilled technicians that can safely service and work on these vehicles is...