Automechanika Frankfurt 2022
2022-09-13 09:00 - 2022-09-17 17:00 (Europe/London) | Messe Frankfurt, Fairground of Messe Frankfurt, Frankfurt am Main, Hesse, 60327, Germany
Automechanika Frankfurt will return on 13-17 September 2022 and will be characterised by new themes and a clearly structured portfolio, split into 10 product segments featuring body and paint, tyres and wheels, diagnostics and repair, and much more.

POSTPONED: The IAEA 90th Anniversary Conference and Awards Dinner
2022-09-17 12:00 - 23:30 | Crowne Plaza Hotel, Bridgefoot, Stratford-Upon-Avon, CV37 6YR, United Kingdom
The Institute of Automotive Engineer Assessors’ 90th Anniversary Conference and Awards Dinner was postponed out of respect for the passing of Queen Elizabeth II. A new date is yet to be confirmed

AutoRaise Rally 2022
2022-09-21 08:00 - 2022-09-23 17:00 | GZ
AutoRaise has confirmed its popular charity rally will take place in 2022 following a two-year hiatus due to the Covid pandemic. A challenging route awaits adventure-loving participants keen to take on the AutoRaise 2022 AutoRaise Rally. The official starting grid will be at Caffeine & Machine, Stratford, on 21 September 2022, taking in the amazing landscapes of Wales over two days, with stays in Aberystwyth and Cardiff.

Go Hydrogen Business Summit 2022
2022-09-22 08:00 - 17:00 | Steigenberger Wiltcher’s (Belgium), Av. Louise 71, 1050 Bruxelles, Belgium
The Go Hydrogen Business Summit 2022 has been postponed from February until September. What will it take for hydrogen to be viable? Join all the key industry stakeholders for a fully packed day on all key hydrogen aspects.

The roadmap to decarbonisation for the heavy-duty trucking industry (webinar)
2022-09-22 15:00 - 16:00 | Webinar
While infrastructure and public knowledge surrounding hydrogen fuel cell are limited, experts argue that hydrogen fuel cell vehicles will prevail in the future. This session will weigh up the pros and cons of hydrogen vs electric, ultimately resulting in a greener future.
• Managing and mitigating risks associated with hydrogen fuel cell.
• Implementing solutions now for a successful transition into net-zero economies by 2050.
• Storing, transporting and trading green energy.

Screwfix Live
2022-09-23 09:00 - 2022-09-25 17:00 | Farnborough International Exhibition and Conference Centre, Etps Road, Farnborough, GU14 6FD, United Kingdom
Screwfix Live is back in-person. After two years of bringing the largest trade and DIY exhibition to the world virtually, Screwfix will welcome its customers back in person to this hugely popular event. Participants who register and visit the event will have the chance to put their hands on exclusive deals and a free goody bag. The free-to-enter show is returning to Farnborough International Exhibition & Conference Centre from Friday, 23 September to Sunday, 25 September 2022 with all the best brands, loved by tradespeople.

Dive In Festival 2022
2022-09-27 09:00 - 2022-09-29 17:00 | Webinar
Dive In – the insurance industry’s festival for diversity, equity and inclusion – has been confirmed for its eighth straight year and will take place in September 2022. This year’s festival will focus on the theme of “Building Braver Cultures”, calling on the insurance industry to create environments where people feel safe, valued, respected and free to express themselves.
Following the global success of last year’s virtual festival, festival goers will once again have access to digital events from around the world. Once registered on the Dive In Videoflex platform, attendees will be able to sign up and attend events using a computer, tablet or smartphone to access the event via a web browser.

Beyond passenger cars: electrify the fleet industry (webinar)
2022-09-29 15:00 - 16:00 | Webinar
While infrastructure and public knowledge surrounding hydrogen fuel cell are limited, experts argue that hydrogen fuel cell vehicles will prevail in the future. This session will weigh up the pros and cons of hydrogen versus electric, ultimately resulting in a greener future.
• Managing and mitigating risks associated with hydrogen fuel cell.
• Implementing solutions now for a successful transition into net-zero economies by 2050.
• Storing, transporting and trading green energy.

The Refinishing Trade Show 2022
2022-09-30 08:00 - 2022-10-01 17:00 | The Edge Arena, Riveredge, Wigan, WN3 5AB
Organisers of the second edition of the Refinishing Trade Show have confirmed that 28 exhibitors – including bodyshop magazine – have signed up for the event which will take place 30 September-1 October at The Edge in Wigan. Aimed directly at spray painters, technicians and vehicle refinishers, the show is expected to attract even more exhibitors and a big turnout on the day.
Trade Show tickets and meal tickets for the curry night networking dinner on the first day are now available from https://www.myautostore.uk/trade-show-2022/.

Fleet & Mobility Live
2022-10-11 08:00 - 2022-10-12 17:00 | National Exhibition Centre (NEC), North Avenue, Marston Green, Birmingham, B40 1NT, United Kingdom
The UK’s biggest and most important show for fleet decision-makers.

Automechanika Buenos Aires 2022
2022-10-11 09:00 - 2022-10-14 17:00 | La Rural Trade Center, Av. Sarmiento 2704, Buenos Aires, Caballito, CABA 1425, Argentina
Automechanika Buenos Aires has developed into a leading aftermarket event in South America. The show has proved to be a reliable partner for the market even in times of economic difficulty. The biannual trade fair celebrated its 10th edition in 2018, where about 400 exhibitors and 30,000 visitors are expected to showcase their products on 35,000 sqm.
This biennial four-day event, was originally scheduled to run in November 2020 but was delayed due to the coronavirus pandemic.

BODYSHOP LIVE! + EXPO + BODYSHOP AWARDS + 30 UNDER 30: RISING STARS 2022
2022-10-12 09:00 - 2022-10-13 01:00 | ICC Wales, The Coldra, Catsash Road, Caerleon, Newport, Wales, NP18 1HQ, United Kingdom
The 25th edition of the bodyshop Awards and 6th running of #bodyshopmag’s 30 Under 30: Rising Stars will take place along with the bodyshop Expo at bodyshop LIVE 2022 on Wednesday, 12 October 2022 at ICC Wales near the Celtic Manor Resort.

CANCELLED: WorldSkills Competition 2022 (China)
2022-10-12 09:00 - 2022-10-17 17:00 | National Exhibition and Convention Centre (Shanghai), 333 Songze Avenue Road, Shanghai, Qingpu District, China
The 46th WorldSkills Competition, previously scheduled for September 2021 and then 12–17 October 2022, has been cancelled because of mainland China Covid restrictions.
To ensure that the decision to change the date will not impact participants, the WorldSkills General Assembly unanimously approved a one-time change in the age eligibility criteria for the competition. If a competitor was age-eligible for the WorldSkills Competition 2021, then they will also be eligible for 2022.
It was also agreed that the WorldSkills Conference, which runs parallel to the competition bringing together leaders in education, government, business, and industry from around the globe, will take place 13-14 October.

Passive Safety Conference 2022
2022-10-14 09:00 - 17:00 | National Exhibition Centre (NEC), North Avenue, Marston Green, Birmingham, B40 1NT, United Kingdom
Tickets for the 2022 Passive Safety Conference are now on sale. Whether you are very familiar with passive safety design in vehicles but need updating, or you would just like to learn the basics, this is the conference for you. This event is endorsed by The Institute of Highway Engineers, the Chartered Institution of Highways & Transportation and by National Highways, and a full day of CPD credit is available. It will be integrated with a large exhibition of passive safety products and experts from industry will be on hand to explain how their products work.

Auto Trade EXPO (Ireland)
2022-10-15 09:00 - 2022-10-16 17:00 | RDS Simmonscourt, Merrion Road, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4, D04 AK83, Ireland
This year’s Auto Trade EXPO will be a must-visit event for workshops, motor factors, bodyshops, tyre centres and everyone in the auto aftermarket supply-chain and end users of parts, services, tools and equipment. Some of the leading parts distributors and workshop tools and equipment firms will participate at this year’s show, which takes place Saturday and Sunday, 15-16 October, at the RDS Simmonscourt in Dublin.

Paris Motor Show
2022-10-17 08:00 - 2022-10-23 17:00 | Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, 1 Place de la Porte de Versailles, Paris, 15th arrondissement, 75015 Paris, France
One of the major car shows in the world, the Paris Motor Show, or Mondial de l’Auto, will take place 17-23 October this year at the Paris Expo Porte de Versailles exhibition venue.

Automotive USA 2022
2022-10-18 08:00 - 2022-10-19 17:00 | Huntington Place, 1 Washington Blvd, Detroit, MI, 48226, United States
The year’s Reuters Events: Automotive USA 2022 is its flagship event taking place at Huntington Place (Detroit, USA) on 18-19 October and is set to deliver a global platform that unites CEOs and board members from leading OEMs to take to the stage where they will set the automotive industry agenda for years to come.

WorldSkills Competition 2022 Special Edition (Denmark)
2022-10-18 09:00 - 2022-10-21 17:00 | College 360, Silkeborg, Denmark
Following the cancellation of last week’s 46th WorldSkills Competition in Shanghai because of China’s strict Covid travel bans, Silkeborg in Denmark will host the Car Painting contest of a WorldSkills Special Edition from 18-21 October . The skills competition will also recognise a Sustainability Award winner, with the prize going to the paint competitor who completes the Test Project in the most efficient way in terms of the use of materials, water, and energy.

IBIS TURKEY 2022
2022-10-20 09:00 - 17:00 | Sheraton Hotel Levent, Buyukdere Caddesi No 3-4, 4 Levent, Istanbul, Kagithane, 34330, Turkey
IBIS Turkey returns to a face-to-face event again in October 2022 at a new home in Istanbul – the Sheraton Hotel Levent. Continuing the IBIS 2022 events theme of “Ready, Steady, Grow” that shaped and guided IBISConnect Türkiye last year, Turkish collision repair industry leaders and influencers from all stakeholders and sectors will meet once again to continue the discussion and debate.

NBRA Greener Bodyshop Awards 2022
2022-10-20 18:00 - 23:00 | West Midland Safari Park, Spring Grove Road, Bewdley, Worcestershire, DY12 1LF, United Kingdom
The NBRA Greener Bodyshop Awards is the perfect opportunity for your business to get recognised for its green initiatives. The NBRA judges are looking for member bodyshops that have implemented creative and innovative ways of reducing their environmental impact.

CIECAST Technical Series (US webinar)
2022-10-20 19:00 - 20:00 | Webinar
The Collision Industry Electronic Commerce Association (CIECA) has announced that its second standards release of the year, the 2022R2, will be available to members on 19 October 2022.
This CIECAST Technical Series webinar will be held the following day to discuss the updates made to the 2022R2. The CIECA Architecture Committee will also provide an in-depth analysis of the CIECA API Standards (CAPIS) and how they will be structured.

AutoTech: Electrification (USA)
2022-10-26 10:00 - 2022-10-27 17:00 | Detroit Marriott, Renaissance Center, Detroit, MI, 48243, United States
AutoTech: Electrification, previously known as FOCUS: Electrification & Advanced Propulsion, will be hosted by the industry analysts of Wards Intelligence and aims to showcase deep-dive presentations and panel discussions on electrification strategies and technologies.

MSO Symposium 2022 (USA)
2022-10-31 10:00 - 17:00 | Las Vegas Convention Centre, 3150 Paradise Road, Las Vegas, NV, 89109, United States
The 11th annual MSO Symposium will take place in Las Vegas on the Monday (31 October) of SEMA/AAPEX week. The event will begin at 10:00 (PDT) with coffee, networking, and a sponsor showcase, followed by a unique programme
that provides executive-level information on the current trends and state of affairs in the economy and the collision repair industry.
Other topics included in this year’s event are solutions to technician shortages, environmental, social and governance matters for business owners, approaches to electric vehicle repair processes, and more. The conference will conclude at 17:00 with an evening networking reception.

AAPEX 2022 (USA)
2022-11-01 09:00 - 2022-11-03 17:00 | The Venetian Expo, 201 Sands Avenue, Las Vegas, NV, 89169, United States
AAPEX is a trade-only event for the automotive aftermarket. AAPEX is co-owned by the Auto Care Association and AASA, the Light Vehicle Aftermarket Division of MEMA.

The SEMA Show 2022 (USA)
2022-11-01 09:00 - 2022-11-04 17:00 | Las Vegas Convention Centre, 3150 Paradise Road, Las Vegas, NV, 89109, United States
The SEMA Show takes place 1-4 November at the Las Vegas Convention Centre. On show will be thousands of product innovations , the latest product and custom vehicle trends, 70-plus free professional skill-enhancing education sessions, and the opportunity to connect with peers, leaders, and celebrities at the industry’s most anticipated in-person networking event.

Vehicle Recycling Excellence Awards
2022-11-04 18:00 - 23:00 | National Conference Centre, National Motorcycle Museum, Bickenhill, B92 0EJ, United Kingdom
This year’s Vehicle Recycling Excellence Awards, hosted in association with ATF Professional and Auto Recycling World, will combine a reception, dinner, entertainment and awards ceremony at the National Motorcycle Museum in Birmingham.

IGA Industry Update (Bury St Edmunds)
2022-11-08 10:00 - 17:00 | Bury St Edmunds RUFC, Southgate Green, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 2BL, United Kingdom
Designed to keep independent garages up to date with the latest industry news and MOT information, these free-to-attend IGA events are open to all independent garages, including non-IGA members. They give garages the opportunity to learn about up-to-the-minute essential industry updates, how to avoid the latest scams and news about any legislation changes, as well as finding out how the IGA can support their garage businesses. Topics explored at the event include Motor Vehicle Block Exemption, access to technical information, garage work provision and more.
The DVSA will also be there to share the latest MOT training news and discuss recent changes to the MOT system, connected equipment and future developments being considered within the MOT scheme.

Automotive Management Live
2022-11-10 09:00 - 17:00 | National Exhibition Centre (NEC), North Avenue, Marston Green, Birmingham, B40 1NT, United Kingdom
Automotive Management Live welcomes motor retail professionals from across the UK to shape the future of the industry and network with peers and suppliers.

How to recreate OEM-standard bodywork seams (webinar)
2022-11-10 11:00 | Webinar
Every bodyshop technician knows that a high-quality seam also provides the best possible foundation for a high quality paint finish. In this webinar on the subject, Henkel will give delegates the benefits of its wide expertise. Over many years, the company has worked closely with OEMs in vehicle design, manufacture and the aftermarket to develop products that maximise vehicle reliability.
The 60-minutes presentation will cover the function of seam sealing technology and its interior and exterior applications. The Henkel experts will explain the science behind the technology and the testing processes that are applied. Delegates will also be introduced to the different types of sealing adhesives available and the respective merits of physical and chemical curing.

NEC Classic Motor Show
2022-11-11 09:00 - 17:00 | National Exhibition Centre (NEC), North Avenue, Marston Green, Birmingham, B40 1NT, United Kingdom
The Lancaster Insurance Classic Motor Show brings together an array of classic car and motorcycle clubs along with their iconic classic and vintage cars and motorbikes. This is the ultimate season finale for any classic car/bike owner, collector, enthusiast, club member, or simply anyone with an interest in classic vehicles.
