Valvoline and Aston Martin Team Bring Aspiring Mechanics Program to the Mexico City GP
Valvoline Global Operations, a worldwide leader in automotive and industrial solutions, is reimagining the future of mechanics with the global debut of its next generation Aspiring Mechanics Program, supported by the Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team.
The newly launched program will be celebrated this weekend at the Mexico City Grand Prix, as Aston Martin Aramco and Valvoline come together at track to inspire the next generation of mechanics and welcome local students to immerse themselves in the world of an F1 mechanic for the day.
The Valvoline Global Aspiring Mechanics Program will be on full display throughout the weekend, spotlighting the power of hands-on learning. Students from La Escuela Mexicana de Electricidad (EME), who have received scholarships through the Aspiring Mechanics Programme, will receive trackside access to Aston Martin Aramco, going behind-the-scenes with professional F1 mechanics as they tour the team garage and witness firsthand how innovation and precision drive performance at the highest level of racing.
Designed to remove entry barriers and open doors for the next generation of automotive technicians, the Aspiring Mechanics program comes at a critical time as the global automotive industry faces a projected shortage of 4.3 million skilled workers by 2030. To help close this gap, Valvoline Global’s new program includes a five-year, $1 million USD pledge to support an estimated 10,000 aspiring mechanics globally through training, scholarships, and local engagement programmes.
With the automotive industry projected to grow by an average of 2.4% by 2030, Valvoline Global’s commitment ensures that tomorrow’s workforce is ready to meet the moment. With a rich history of celebrating and investing in mechanics, Valvoline Global has grown its support over time to achieve global impact. Since the 2020 launch of its Mechanics Month program (now recognized annually in 60+ countries), Valvoline Global has directly invested in mechanics worldwide. Tailored to meet regional needs, this global commitment ranges from scholarships and apprenticeships to toolbox donations and mentorships in communities around the world.
Now, Valvoline Global is expanding these efforts with its Aspiring Mechanics Program which includes a new flagship program with the Hub for Innovative Learning and Leadership (HILL) in Lexington, Ky., where the company is headquartered.
Jefferson Slack, Managing Director of Commercial and Marketing, Aston Martin Aramco Formula One™ Team: “We are proud to support our partners Valvoline with the launch of this inspiring global program. Seeing our work together on Mechanics Month evolve into such a comprehensive and meaningful initiative is a testament to Valvoline’s™ commitment to an industry we are at the heart of.”
Jamal Muashsher, Global President and CEO, Valvoline Global: “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. 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.”
To discover more about how, together with Valvoline, we’re celebrating the people who make progress possible and empowering a new generation to turn potential into performance, click here.