The Delphi Academy opened its doors to a group of apprentice mechanics recently with the visit intended to demonstrate the growing range of career options open to young people within the automotive industry, and to show how those opportunities will continue to widen as the pace of technological change in the sector increases.

The visit provided a showcase for the new 1,430 square metre training centre and gave apprentices the chance to learn much more about the industry.

A number of topics were covered across the day including EV and hybrid technology, diagnostic tooling and much more. The group were also shown how independents are set to continue capitalising on the petrol and diesel market as well as a brief insight into hydrogen tech.

The day was led by Delphi’s UK Technical Services Manager Luke Garratt. Parts development was covered first, before the focus shifted towards diesel technology, diagnostics, tyres and beyond. The cohort was then able to find out much more about EVs, and the opportunities that exist for garages that can undertake repairs on these vehicles.

Through the day, apprentices had the chance to use the Academy’s many facilities and were also able to see the on-site recording, photography, and 3D scanning studio where Delphi produces training content, including videos for its Masters of Motion online training hub.

The enrichment day was arranged by Delphi in collaboration with the Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF). Further enrichment days are set to take place over the coming months.

Delphi’s Masters of Motion hub is available online at: https://www.delphiautoparts.com/en-gb/mom/how-to?resource-type=how-to