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Wondering how it all works?🤔 Whilst adding graphics to your vehicle may seem daunting to some, our team of experts at HEX Graphics is here to guide you through the process, making it as seamless as possible. No matter the shape or size of your vehicle, we have the knowledge and skills to create a design that will bring your brand to life! Take a look at how we do it in our recent blog post here: https://ow.ly/cuqL50RZQCw

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The 18 different car gearbox types https://lnkd.in/eTxQN7Vv There are manual and automatic gearboxes, right? Not quite, as we find out with this look at the many different types of transmission used in cars present and past. They are arranged in alphabetical order:

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We are delighted to be working with Cleevely Electric Vehicles and our Sister company @ATA with Dave Walker FIMI~AAE~CAA~CAT~MSOE~MIRTE~Cert-Ed Watch this space for IMI courses that will make a difference in how you learn and transform you practice. #evtraining #skillsdevelopment #IMI #theIMI #automotiveexcellence #upskilling #sustainability #evautomotive #highvoltagesafety #futuretechnology #automotivetraining #evhybrid #hybridtraining #autoindustry #motortrade #evtraininguk

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A phenomenal couple of months for the UK's booming automotive industry: ▪️ Bentley Motors broke ground on a new multi-million pound Paint Shop facility as part of a wider £2.5 billion investment programme at its Crewe manufacturing plant. ▪️ The Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One Team is set to create 500 new jobs after securing approval for a £30 million expansion of its Brackley F1 factory. ▪️ Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) is creating 250 new jobs in the West Midlands to support its £15 billion electrification programme. The roles are based at JLR’s Gaydon Engineering Centre in Warwickshire and the recently opened £250 million Future Energy Lab in Whitley, Coventry, ▪️ Aston Martin is creating more than 400 new jobs at its Gaydon and St Athan plants to support the production of its next generation of sports cars and the DBX707 SUV. ▪️ Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has secured planning permission for a major expansion of its Goodwood manufacturing plant in West Sussex. ▪️ Stellantis announced plans to build electric vans at its Luton plant from next year, securing the site's future and more than 1,500 jobs. ▪️ Ford Motor Company opened a new £24 million facility at its UK headquarters in Essex, reaffirming the Dunton Campus’ vital role in delivering Ford’s European electric vehicle plans. ▪️ Tata Group's new £4 billion manufacturing plant, which is expected to create 4,000 direct jobs and thousands more across the supply chain, will be built at the 620-acre Gravity Smart Campus in Bridgwater, Somerset. ▪️ BSA motorcycles are set to be built in Britain again for the first time in more than 50 years. The historic marque, which is a subsidiary of Mahindra & Mahindra-owned Classic Legends, plans to open a new factory in the UK to manufacture motorcycles for both the domestic and international markets. ▪️ Expected to create more than 2,500 jobs, a huge expansion of MIRA Technology Park - already home to over 35 major firms including Aston Martin, Polestar, Triumph, GKN and JLR - has been approved. ▪️ Production of the new, fifth generation MINI Cooper is underway at BMW's Oxford plant. Supported by a £600 million investment programme, the factory is also preparing to build two new all-electric MINI models from 2026. ▪️ Canadian-owned automotive giant Magna is set to significantly increase its UK production capacity, and create dozens of new jobs, with a major expansion of its Cosma Casting factory in Telford. ▪️ Andretti Global opened a new factory in Silverstone. The Indianapolis-headquartered motorsports giant is targeting an entry to F1 in 2026, should an agreement with the governing body be reached.

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Supporting Jaguar Land Rover Owners Affected by Faulty DPFs Join the Claim is committed to supporting drivers affected by defective diesel particulate filters (DPFs) in Jaguar Land Rover vehicles. These defects, which have caused higher emissions, engine problems, and costly repairs, highlight the importance of holding manufacturers accountable. Between 2017 and 2022, thousands of vehicles were impacted, leaving drivers facing unnecessary expenses. We’re working to ensure those affected have access to the support they need to pursue justice, with a streamlined process and trusted legal partners. Discover how we’re helping drivers take action and learn more about this important case: https://loom.ly/IoTEdhM #DPFClaim #JaguarLandRover #ConsumerRights #Compensation #JoinTheClaim

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The automotive industry is being equipped to meet the rising demand for hydrogen-fuelled vehicles, including light vehicles, PSVs, and HGVs, through a new training facility launched at South & City College Birmingham (SCCB), funded by a £1.5m grant from The Office for Students. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eqGPHZ8e #training #hydrogen #transportengineer

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Nearing completion in Sunderland, this is AESC's new £450 million gigafactory. Nissan’s battery partner’s huge manufacturing plant is expected to create more than 1,000 jobs.

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Multi-million pound investment will drive forward zero emission vehicle technology The Advanced Propulsion Centre UK (APC) and the Department for Business and Trade have announced a multi-million-pound package of investment for the automotive industry with dozens of cutting-edge, green vehicle technology projects including ultra-lightweight vehicles, zero emission buses and new battery technology set to benefit. Minister for Industry and Decarbonisation Sarah Jones revealed the successful applicants of the latest APC-facilitated funding opportunities to enable innovative zero-emission vehicle technologies. A combined total of £85.8 million of investment, with both industry and government contributing, will support the UK’s manufacturing sector, boost British business, and accelerate the industry’s transition to net zero. Read the full story on the Transport + Energy website: https://lnkd.in/eS-f3yNF Advanced Propulsion Centre UK , Department for Business and Trade , Ian Constance , Sarah Jones #transport #energy #innovation #technology #zeroemissions

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Rudge Automotive F J Kiernan Chairman Rudge Automotive I have joined the Board of Rudge Automotive. "Rudge Automotive: The Rebirth of a Legend" Rudge motorcycles IOM TT Winners were known for their advanced engineering. Their racing pedigree made them a desirable brand for performance enthusiasts. Rudge Automotive, combining the nostalgia of a historic brand with the excitement of modern automotive innovation. This reimagining will reignite the passion of Rudge enthusiasts and introduce the brand to a new generation of fans. A luxury brand with a focus on performance, targeting adventurers who appreciate the blend of classic design with modern engineering. 21st Century limited-edition motorcycles that carry forward the spirit of Rudge's innovation and racing success.

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Exciting news for the UK's electric vehicle industry! 🚗🔋 Plans for a new electric vehicle battery gigafactory have been approved for the International Advanced Manufacturing Park (IAMP) in Sunderland. This significant development by AESC UK, Nissan's battery partner, will boost the UK's EV manufacturing capabilities and create new jobs. While the factory will partially be located within the green belt, the development has been justified by the need for the facility, the lack of suitable alternatives, and the substantial socio-economic and environmental benefits it will bring. What are your thoughts on this development? Do you believe it's a positive step for the UK's green energy and automotive sectors? #EV #Gigafactory #Sunderland #GreenEnergy #Manufacturing #Jobs

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South & City College Birmingham has opened a £1.5m hydrogen vehicle training facility, funded by The Office for Students, to support the automotive industry's workforce in upskilling for hydrogen-fuelled vehicles, including a BLUEPOWER e-base refuse collection vehicle. Read more here: https://fcw.sh/2HUYcd #HydrogenNow #FuelCells #CleanEnergy #H2 #Decarbonise #ZeroEmissions

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UK Automotive News! Fuel duty freeze is set to continue, offering relief at the pump. Plus, a £500 million investment will go towards road maintenance, aiming to improve driving conditions across the country. These measures help keep fuel affordable while enhancing infrastructure for a smoother journey ahead. #automotive #news #budget #fuelduty #roadmaintenance #carparts #aftermarket

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“Made Smarter was fantastic” D.A.R.L Engineering is just one of hundreds of businesses the Adoption programme has supported during 2024. The Coventry-based manufacturer of crankshafts for the motorsport industry received grant funding from Made Smarter West Midlands and invested in a five-axis Digital CNC milling machine. The investment has supported growth plans and it is on track to reach £1 million turnover in 2025 for the first time. Read more: #MadeSmarter #manufacturing #ukmfg #digitaltechnology #leadership #digitalisation #decarbonisation #businesssupport

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Another big show of confidence here in the transition to electric! Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) is investing £500 million to convert its Halewood factory into an all-electric production facility, as part of its goal to electrify its entire range by 2030. The move emphasises the growing demand for EV infrastructure in the UK. At InstaVolt, we’re ready to support this shift by providing reliable and fast charging solutions, ensuring drivers can confidently transition to electric vehicles. The future of automotive manufacturing is here, and we’re excited to power it. ⚡ https://lnkd.in/eHCYcPVs #EVCharging #EVs #ElectricVehicles #JaguarLandrover

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'They put forward this idea of having stock inventory supplied by them, which is an incredible idea in terms of having their money in my shop instead of mine, and we moved forward from there.' Director, Steve Hamilton and Operations Manager, Alistair Savage at HML Engineering talk about how the QUICKSTOCK™ system gives them a competitive advantage. See the full case study here: https://lnkd.in/gTrNpiAV #metalengineering #kiwiengineers #inventorymanagement #quickstock

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In 2023, MetLase took on an exciting but complex challenge: developing a bespoke fixturing solution for precision laser welding of copper busbars to 90kWh lithium-ion battery packs for the first British-made all-electric hypercar. 🔧 The Challenge: Delivering precision at speed. Achieving welds which exceed the design intent for 6,000 Li-Ion cells per pack with a tolerance of just 0.03mm. 💡 Our Solution: Smarter, faster, better. Using laser cutting and patented joining technologies, we engineered bespoke fixtures that support multiple busbar configurations, enabling Hyperbat Ltd – one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of high-performance electric vehicle battery packs – to transition to automated cell assembly for the first time. ✅ The result? Drastically reduced cycle time and a significant boost in throughput. Read the full case study to uncover how we revolutionised EV battery assembly: https://lnkd.in/ee6iE6n4

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