Apprentices at Porsche Centre Bolton have joined more than 20 apprentices across the Bowker Motor Group, celebrating the highest total number of apprenticeships in the Lancashire automotive retailer’s four-decade history.
Bowker Motor Group has expanded its apprenticeship programme across multiple roles, including technical, sales, and parts operations.
The milestone celebration coincides with National Apprenticeship Week 2025, running from 10th to 16th February. The week highlights the role of apprenticeships in equipping individuals with essential skills and supporting business growth. The theme, ‘Skills for Life’, underlines the long-term benefits of vocational training for both apprentices and employers.
The Bowker name has been associated with the motor trade since 1919, expanding into automotive retail in 1984. Today, the company operates nine dealerships, including the recently acquired Porsche Centre Bolton. The growing apprenticeship programme aligns with Bowker’s ongoing expansion and investment in its workforce.
Apprentices across Porsche Centre Bolton are training in various roles, including technical, sales, and parts operations. Many progress into permanent positions within the company, contributing to its continued growth and service standards.
The apprenticeships represent a collaboration between Porsche Centre Bolton, national automotive bodies, and local schools and colleges.
Nathan Jackson, an apprentice at Porsche Centre Bolton, said: “It’s fantastic being able to learn so much from Master Techs, especially working on cutting-edge automotive technology. Being around these incredible cars pushes you to strive for perfection every day.”
Porsche Centre Bolton’s apprenticeship initiative reflects wider industry efforts to address skills shortages and attract new talent. As part of National Apprenticeship Week, the dealership will showcase success stories from its apprentices across its business.