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Episode 165: Liz Allan and Amy-Jane Marsden - Revolutionising Automotive Training for an Electric Future


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Episode 165: Liz Allan and Amy-Jane Marsden - Revolutionising Automotive Training for an Electric Future.

Liz Allan speaks to Amy-Jane Marsden, Co-Founder and Managing Director of Pro-Tech MOT & Automotive Academy, a pioneering training centre equipping technicians, emergency services and MOT testers with the hands-on skills needed for the EV age.

Amy shares her remarkable journey from working within the DVSA and Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service to leading one of the UK's most innovative automotive academies. Together, Liz and Amy-Jane discuss how MOT standards must evolve to reflect the realities of electric and hybrid vehicles, why practical EV training saves lives, and how Pro-Tech's real-world approach is transforming safety culture across the industry.

They discuss the crucial need for education, communication, and confidence in EV maintenance across garages, technicians, and first responders. There are also powerful insights on MOT reform, EV safety, and the future of skills in a fast-changing automotive landscape.

Amy-Jane Marsden Bio:
Amy-Jane Marsden is the Co-Founder and Managing Director of Pro-Tech MOT & Automotive Academy, a leading UK training provider specialising in MOT, hybrid, and electric-vehicle qualifications. With a career spanning heavy-goods transport, the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA), and Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service, she combines deep regulatory knowledge with real-world automotive experience. Amy-Jane is passionate about improving road safety, championing hands-on EV education, and building technician confidence through practical, high-impact training. 

Quote of the Episode:
"People are frightened of EVs because they don't understand them, but with the right training, confidence follows, and safety becomes second nature."
 — Amy-Jane Marsden.

Amy-Jane Marsden Links:
Website: https://pro-techacademy.co.uk
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-jane-marsden-52198051


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