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Addressing the skills shortage: Thatcham Research doubles apprentice intake for 2021

Addressing the skills shortage: Thatcham Research doubles apprentice intake for 2021

Thatcham Research is today announcing two major intakes of new starters planned in the Autumn, with over 150 much-needed apprentices set to join the programme this year.

ADS rating scheme to drive best practice, help consumers make informed choices

Zenzic and Thatcham Research reveal plans for Automated Driving System consumer ratings

UK leads development of future independent consumer safety rating scheme World-first consumer rating to support the safe introduction, adoption and use of Automated Driving Systems on UK roads – starting with Automated Lane Keeping Systems (ALKS) Project brings together globally renowned experts via Connected and Automated Mobility (CAM) Testbed UK partners
Zenzic, the organisation dedicated

Lynk & Co 01 undergoes Euro NCAP's Full Width Barrier impact test

Alternative power to the people: five-star safety across the propulsion spectrum

In the latest round of Euro NCAP testing, the Audi Q4 e-tron, Lynk and Co 01, NIO ES8, Subaru Outback and Toyota Mirai all achieved five-star safety ratings.

Variant Code addresses long-standing challenge to accurately underwrite new vehicles

UK insurers gain insights into new vehicle features as Verisk adds Thatcham Research Variant Code

Variant Code addresses long-standing challenge to accurately underwrite new vehicles

AW is the first UK bodyshop group to sign up the entire workforce to EV Ready

AW Repair Group get EV Ready

AW Repair Group the first business to sign up to EV Ready

Training programme to help industry get ‘EV Ready’

Thatcham Research unveils ‘EV Ready’ Training Programme

Blended learning programme will support the crucial need for automotive businesses and their employees to learn how to interact with all Electric Vehicles (EVs) safely and effectively

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We are addressing the current skills shortage by investing in apprenticeships and getting the right skills into the automotive industry. 🛠️ Read more @The_IMI: https://t.co/xWh337xVZC #apprenticeships #automotive

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RT @abpclub: A very special #BBA2021 award, presented to Zara Ross @BenSupport4Auto by @lander_dean @ThatchamRsrch - the @BritishBodyshop S…

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🎥BTS with @whatcar at our track today for an exclusive reader test event. A selection of readers experienced the latest lane keeping systems and benefits of ADAS. We hope all the participants enjoyed their day! #automotive https://t.co/VXDNyBZpw4

🎥BTS with @whatcar at our track today for an exclusive reader test event. A selection of readers experienced the latest lane keeping systems and benefits of ADAS. We hope all the participants enjoyed their day! #automotive https://t.co/VXDNyBZpw4

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RT @EuroNCAP: #SafetyFacts #SeatbeltsSaveLives ⭐️ https://t.co/XTs35CvDQG ⭐️ https://t.co/dg4xv2koGo

RT @EuroNCAP: #SafetyFacts #SeatbeltsSaveLives ⭐️ https://t.co/XTs35CvDQG ⭐️ https://t.co/dg4xv2koGo

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NEWS: Thatcham Research celebrates exceptional repair industry talent helping to close the skills gap. 🏆 Read the full story here: https://t.co/duwb96aXwa #apprenticeships #automotivenews https://t.co/sGIOCbFwzk

NEWS: Thatcham Research celebrates exceptional repair industry talent helping to close the skills gap. 🏆 Read the full story here: https://t.co/duwb96aXwa #apprenticeships #automotivenews https://t.co/sGIOCbFwzk

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EVs are a core focus for our research. We’ll be sharing some important things to know about EV repair over the coming weeks. 1️⃣ First up, powering down. Learn more about our work on Electrified Vehicles here: https://t.co/zrZxma3Ih5 https://t.co/Jc27xxnjXR

EVs are a core focus for our research. We’ll be sharing some important things to know about EV repair over the coming weeks. 1️⃣ First up, powering down. Learn more about our work on Electrified Vehicles here: https://t.co/zrZxma3Ih5 https://t.co/Jc27xxnjXR

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Only a few hours to go until this year’s British Bodyshop Awards @abpclub. 🏆 We’ll be presenting three awards this evening: Apprentice of the Year, Apprentice Mentor of the Year, and a Special Recognition Award. Best of luck to the finalists and see you later! https://t.co/QyKWBUyKFI

Only a few hours to go until this year’s British Bodyshop Awards @abpclub. 🏆 We’ll be presenting three awards this evening: Apprentice of the Year, Apprentice Mentor of the Year, and a Special Recognition Award. Best of luck to the finalists and see you later! https://t.co/QyKWBUyKFI

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A fantastic morning had by all at #BensBigBreakfast. 🍳 Thanks to all colleagues who participated in the fundraiser. The @BenSupport4Auto Bear’s winning name is Jax! We’re proud to back such a brilliant charity. Learn more about Ben’s services here: https://t.co/XHGB6WHfFr https://t.co/3zMDnu4b9m

A fantastic morning had by all at #BensBigBreakfast. 🍳 Thanks to all colleagues who participated in the fundraiser. The @BenSupport4Auto Bear’s winning name is Jax! We’re proud to back such a brilliant charity. Learn more about Ben’s services here: https://t.co/XHGB6WHfFr https://t.co/3zMDnu4b9m

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Our team are attending NIG’s Annual Broker Conference at Grantley Hall in Yorkshire today. We’re talking about our ACE agenda, and demoing the latest #EVs. ⚡ https://t.co/FX2hM5y61S

Our team are attending NIG’s Annual Broker Conference at Grantley Hall in Yorkshire today. We’re talking about our ACE agenda, and demoing the latest #EVs. ⚡ https://t.co/FX2hM5y61S

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We recently posted about the ongoing global semiconductor shortage, highlighting that AEB could be absent on some new vehicles because of fewer chips. AEB saves lives. Learn more about this important safety feature below: https://t.co/wNKqpCmVru

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Searches for EVs have soared by 1600% in the last week alone ⚡. With over a million battery electric vehicles on the road already and predictions showing there will be more than 6.5 million on our roads by 2030...are you EV Ready? #EVReady https://t.co/MnzVOZyNIs https://t.co/XEBUfu76xK

Searches for EVs have soared by 1600% in the last week alone ⚡. With over a million battery electric vehicles on the road already and predictions showing there will be more than 6.5 million on our roads by 2030...are you EV Ready? #EVReady https://t.co/MnzVOZyNIs https://t.co/XEBUfu76xK

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RT @AXADavidW: Great to see @ThatchamRsrch supporting Development, helping to make sure we have the body shops of the future we need in a r…

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As the UK's only insurer funded automotive research centre, Thatcham Research enjoy a wide remit at the forefront of the latest vehicle technology. Thatcham's leading work in vehicle safety and security has a vital role in shaping the designs of new vehicles, whilst the centre is also seen as a key industry player at the forefront of driving standards in vehicle body repair.

Thatcham's Crash Laboratory is the only official UK crash testing centre for consumer safety body Euro NCAP and are viewed as a centre of excellence when it comes to active vehicle safety, particularly the evaluation of new Advanced Driver Assist Systems (ADAS) which provide the foundation for future vehicle autonomy.

Enjoying an increasingly global influence in both the insurance and automotive sectors, Thatcham Research expertise is in great demand with a range of opinion leaders being regularly asked to provide their experience and know-how at high profile events and in the media, living up to their reputation as ‘Experts in Safety, Security and Crash Repair’.

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