A Crawley apprentice has reached the finals of a national competition.
Izzie Moreland, an apprentice at Hendy Mazda, will compete in the Institute of the Motor Industry's (IMI) Skills Competitions National Finals in Cardiff.
The competition will take place from November 18 to November 20.
Izzie, who is trained by Calex UK Ltd, is one of only 18 apprentices from across the country to reach the finals.
Izzie was selected after excelling in a series of challenging National Qualifier events.
She stands among the top six in the UK in Automotive Technology.
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The competition highlights the significant contributions apprentices from Crawley and West Sussex are making nationwide, particularly as the automotive industry adapts to new technologies such as electric vehicles and advanced driver assistance systems.
The IMI is the professional body for individuals working in the motor industry.
It is focused on improving professional standards and boosting public confidence in the sector.
The final will see contestants undertake a range of practical challenges over three days, from diagnosing faults in the latest vehicles to completing flawless body repairs and paint finishes.
The event will take place at Cardiff & Vale College Automotive Training Centre in Dumballs Road.
