Money worries are placing growing strain on automotive families and financial pressure is one of the most significant challenges facing people working in the industry. Automotive industry charity, Ben, continues to support thousands of individuals and their families each year who are struggling to make ends meet.

To highlight the scale of the issue and encourage people to seek help, Ben has launched a new financial wellbeing campaign today, on Blue Monday, a day often associated with low mood and heightened levels of stress. Running across Ben’s channels over the coming weeks, the campaign aims to raise awareness of the support available for those experiencing money worries and the impact that financial pressures can have on physical and mental health, as well as relationships and overall wellbeing.

Support with money

New tips and support available at www.ben.org.uk/money.

Cost-of-living pressures have become an everyday reality for many automotive workers. In recent years, Ben has seen a rise in people needing urgent financial assistance, including help with food, rent, utility bills and vital support to keep a roof over their heads.

Financial stress rarely exists in isolation. Ben is seeing more people facing complex and overlapping challenges, with money worries affecting wider health and wellbeing, both for automotive workers and their family dependants.

The scale of the issue is significant. Ben’s latest survey report revealed that 1 in 6 industry people are skipping meals to save money, and 1 in 5 are experiencing issues with debt^[1]. These pressures are adding to everyday stresses and contributing to ongoing mental health challenges across the industry.

This trend reflects a wider national picture. The Financial Wellbeing Index, which surveyed more than 5,000 workers, found that 77% say money worries affect them at work. Financial stress is closely linked to anxiety, low mood and depression, with far-reaching consequences for individuals and families.

Rachel Clift, CEO at Ben, said: “Money worries are one of the most common reasons people reach out to Ben. By launching our financial wellbeing campaign on Blue Monday, we want to remind people across the automotive industry that support is available and that they don’t have to face these challenges alone. Asking for help early can make a huge difference. Don’t delay, get in touch today!

“Whether you need support with budgeting, debt, or making sure you’re getting benefits you’re entitled to, Ben’s here for you. We can help you get back on track and feel more confident about the future. If you’re struggling with a difficult situation and need support, our experienced helpline advisors and case managers are ready to listen, support and look after you.”

How Ben can help

Ben is encouraging anyone in the automotive industry who is struggling with money worries to seek confidential support.

• Online support: ben.org.uk/money

• Helpline: 08081 311 333 / ben.org.uk/gethelp
• Automotive workers have free access to SilverCloud, Ben’s therapeutic platform, which includes a programme focused specifically on money worries: ben.org.uk/silvercloud.

If you would like to show your support for Ben and your automotive family, visit www.ben.org.uk/supportBen.

When any member of our automotive family is struggling or in crisis, we all rally to support them.

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^[1] https://ben.org.uk/surveyreport2025/