On The Ramp - The Independent Automotive Garage Owners Podcast.31 Okt 2025

Hidden Struggles In The Automotive Industry

This week, we sit down with Ellen Plumer from Ben Charity, the organisation supporting everyone in the automotive industry.

We talk openly about mental health, financial struggles, and the pressure of running or working in a garage. From business owners to technicians and suppliers, Ben offers free, confidential support when life gets tough.Listen to find out:- How Ben helps anyone in the trade

- Why awareness can save lives

- The shocking truth: two people in the automotive industry die by suicide every week

- What garage owners can do to support their teams

- How you can use Ben’s services for free

Visit ben.org.uk to learn more or get help today.

On The Ramp is proudly sponsored by Castrol, supporting garages that keep Britain moving with trusted oils, lubricants and technology that powers performance every day.

🔗 Learn more about Castrol Service: https://www.castrol.com/en_gb/united-kingdom/home.html

Timestamps:

00:00 - Welcome and why this episode matters

02:13 - What is Ben Charity and who do they support?

06:27 - The unseen struggles in the trade

08:42 - How Ben helps garage owners and their teams

12:36 - Mental health, money, and business stress

16:18 - The stats every garage owner should hear

20:45 - The real cost of not looking after yourself or your staff

25:22 - Coaching and counselling… what’s the difference?

32:09 - Letting people help you

40:37 - How every garage can spread the word about Ben

55:18 - Why awareness keeps the industry strong

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