LKQ Academy has officially opened its new headquarters in Tamworth, solidifying its commitment to supporting the independent automotive aftermarket.
Located at LKQ’s T1 site, this new facility is the only location in the UK offering the complete range of LKQ Academy courses to both garages and bodyshops.
This opening marks a significant step in LKQ Academy’s growth trajectory. Ten new centres are planned across the UK, creating over 12,000 training spaces for 87 different courses. To support this growth, LKQ Academy has recruited new instructors and secured a three-year training partnership with industry expert Andy Savva, “The Garage Inspector.”
Furthermore, LKQ Academy has launched a dedicated training program specifically designed for bodyshops. This program aims to upskill bodyshop technicians, prepare them for the evolving UK car parc, and empower bodyshop businesses to achieve sustainable growth.

Training slots at the new Tamworth centre are now open for booking.
Lee Chapman, Head of Support and LKQ Academy, said: “Our new training centre is integral to our commitment to helping independent garages and bodyshops to upskill for the future, and will act as a central hub for our operations from which our best-in-class training can ripple outwards.
“The LKQ Academy is undergoing a period of significant growth and investment, as we respond to acute demand for upskilling in the context of a rapidly changing and increasingly sophisticated and sustainable UK car parc. With our new T1 site, we look forward to further boosting our customer engagement and continue to expand our training prospectus.”
LKQ Academy’s significant expansion reflects its response to the growing demand for upskilling in the automotive industry, particularly with the increasing sophistication and sustainability of modern vehicles. This expansion aims to enhance customer engagement and further broaden their training offerings.