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JOURNAL
ITAS
Peter Howarth (left), Senior Manager,
National Body & Paint Implementation
Toyota (GB), and Darren Bedford,
Business Development
Director, ITAS.
MASTERING TECHNICAL
PROWESS:
ITAS ENHANCES
ENGINEERS'
PROFICIENCY IN
TOYOTA & LEXUS
TECHNOLOGY
Within the dynamic realm of automotive engineering, the mastery of intricate technical
details stands as a cornerstone of excellence. Acknowledging this, the Institute of the
Automotive Engineers Association (IAEA) has forged a strategic alliance with ITAS
to furnish engineers with an in-depth understanding of Toyota and Lexus vehicles,
encompassing both their technological intricacies and repair methodologies.
his collaborative
endeavour is driven by
a steadfast commitment
to equipping
engineers with the
expertise requisite for navigating
the complexities inherent in modern
automotive technology. Speci昀椀cally
tailored courses, crafted in conjunction
with the Institute of Automotive
Engineers Assessors (IAEA), delve
deep into the technological nuances
characterising the Toyota Lexus
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range. Beyond serving as repositories
of knowledge, these courses are
meticulously designed to satisfy the
continuous professional development
(CPD) requirements of engineers
af昀椀liated with the IAEA.
optimising the network's body services.
Positioned against the backdrop of
an anticipated decline in traditional
vehicle servicing, this initiative
empowers retailers to realise their full
potential.
At the heart of this collaboration lies
the revitalisation of Toyota and Lexus
GB's Manufacturer Lead Body Repair
Network. Segmenting it into major
and minor damage repair divisions,
this strategic restructuring is aimed at
A cornerstone of this transformation
is the pivotal role assumed by ITAS in
delivering comprehensive training in
body and paint services to Toyota GB's
authorised network of body shops.
This encompasses training for retail
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