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Market Impact and Workforce Development
Designed to remove entry barriers and open doors for the next generation of automotive technicians, the program comes at a critical time as the global automotive industry faces a projected shortage of 4.3 million skilled workers by 2030. Valvoline said it underscores the company’s ongoing commitment to developing a skilled workforce capable of meeting future demands.
“From the early innovators behind the steam engines and the original automobiles to the advanced technicians who are shaping the future of mobility today, Valvoline Global has always supported professionals who drive the industry forward,” shared
link hidden, please login to view. “With this investment, we are not only honoring that legacy but also helping ensure the next generation of mechanics have the tools, training and opportunity to succeed.”
Valvoline Global Operations President and Chief Executive Officer, Jamal Muashsher, with a student from the Hub for Innovative Learning and Leadership in Lexington, KY.
Valvoline Global has historically invested in the professional development of mechanics, launching its Mechanics Month program in 2020, recognized in over 60 countries. This initiative includes scholarships, apprenticeships, toolbox donations, and mentorships, all tailored to regional needs.
Partnership and Educational Initiatives
The Aspiring Mechanics Program includes a new flagship initiative at the Hub for Innovative Learning and Leadership (HILL) in Lexington, KY. “This partnership gives our students authentic pathways into high-demand careers where their skills will make an immediate difference,” said Michelle Wilson, principal and Lead Learner at The HILL.
Collaborative Ventures at the Mexico Grand Prix
link hidden, please login to view will highlight its program at the Formula 1® Mexico City Grand Prix. Students from La Escuela Mexicana de Electricidad (EME), who have received scholarships, will gain hands-on experience through trackside access with Valvoline’s F1® motorsport partner, Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team.
The program’s impact is already evident among students like Julio Del Moral, a scholarship recipient who values the program’s role in his education and career development.
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