Apprentice support scheme launches as part of 50-year anniversary celebrations for Laser Tools
27 March 2026 
As part of celebrations to recognise its 50-year anniversary, Laser Tools has launched Future 50, an initiative designed to support aspiring young mechanics in their first steps into the automotive aftermarket.
Future 50 was launched during a special event at the company’s head office in Southam, Warwickshire, where it also unveiled 50 new tools, each complete with a 50-year warranty, during a special episode of the ‘Laser Live’ videocast broadcast on Laser Tools’ dedicated YouTube channel.
Future 50 will offer garages the opportunity to nominate their apprentices, who are already enrolled in training and actively working within a garage, to be part of the new initiative.
The chosen Future 50 will each receive a Laser Tools Apprentice Tool Kit, complete with a range of high-quality products, to support their development as young mechanics beginning their careers in the industry.
The apprentices will also have the chance to win one of three pairs of VIP racing tickets to a British Touring Car Championship race at Brands Hatch on 11th October, with advice, training and accreditation opportunities also to be announced as part of the Laser Future 50 scheme.
Speaking at the launch, Eddie Altham, Laser Tools Managing Director, said: “We are very proud to celebrate the 50-year anniversary of Laser Tools.
“It’s a magnificent milestone to achieve and gives us an opportunity to reflect on how far the company has come since Martin Smith founded the business.
“While it’s a time to reflect, it’s also an opportunity to focus on the years ahead and Future 50 is designed to do that by supporting the next generation of mechanics and technicians.
“With the wider automotive aftermarket facing a skills gap, it’s a good time to launch Future 50 as it provides practical support to young people beginning their career journey in the industry.
“We are also launching the 50 new tools range, each with a 50-year warranty. As always, the new products showcase both our commitment to technology and innovation, and support mechanics and technicians with the right tools for their workshop requirements.”
For the launch of the 50 new tools, there will also be a special edition of Tool Saver, Laser Tools’ dedicated parts catalogue, featuring 16 additional pages and expert reviews of all the new products.
Laser Tools started as a business in 1976, when its founder, the late Martin Smith, began selling automotive tools from a market stall in Leamington under the brand Smiths Tools. From those humble origins, it has grown to become one of the most respected brands in the automotive sector.
Its full range of traditional high-quality hand tools and an ever-increasing range of specialist tools are available through automotive wholesale outlets, motor factors, independent retailers, hardware stores and van sales.
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