The IMI is the Sector Skills Council for the automotive retail industry, representing over 69,000 large and small businesses across six sub sectors including vehicle maintenance & repair, roadside assistance & recovery, vehicle body & paint operations, vehicle part operations, vehicle sales and vehicle rental & leasing.
An independent, employer led organisation that is charged by government and employers with leading the drive to boost competitiveness through skills development. The IMI is also the professional association for individuals working in the retail motor industry and the governing body for the Automotive Technician Accreditation (ATA) scheme.