British Insurance Awards
2025-07-09 18:00 - 23:30 (Europe/London) | Royal Albert Hall, Kensington Gore, London, SW7 2AP
Insurance Post’s British Insurance Awards 2025 aim to celebrate insurance excellence, while honouring the game-changers, innovators and stars who are leading the way.

Ben Vision Launch Event
2025-07-10 09:30 - 15:30 | British Motor Museum, Banbury Road, Gaydon, Warwickshire, CV35 0BJ, United Kingdom
For 120 years, Ben has supported the people powering the automotive industry. At this invitation event in July, it will unveil its most ambitious roadmap yet, designed to meet the growing needs of automotive people and a sector that’s changing fast. Ben and leaders from across the industry will share their vision of where Ben is headed, and how the industry can help shape what comes next.

INA PAACE Automechanika Mexico 2025
2025-07-16 09:00 - 2025-07-18 17:00 | Centro Citibanamex (Mexico), Conscipto 311, Mexico City, Lomas de Sotelo, 11200, Mexico
The main platform for the automotive community in Latin America, INA PAACE Automechanika Mexico offers unparalleled opportunities to connect with new suppliers, explore cutting-edge product technologies, and engage in top-tier educational and networking experiences.

Concours of Elegance Germany
2025-07-25 09:00 - 2025-07-26 17:00 | Gut Kaltenbrunn, Kaltenbrunn 1, Gmund am Tegernsee, 83703, Germany
Following its inaugural event in 2024, the Concours of Elegance Germany is set to return this July and will once again be held at the Gut Kaltenbrunn on the shores of Lake Tegernsee. Presented by A Lange & Söhne, with an exclusive auction by RM Sotheby’s, Germany’s premier international concours event promises to be a supreme celebration of automotive brilliance, elegance, and heritage.

BODYSHOP AWARDS 2025 TECHNICIAN ASSESSMENTS
2025-07-28 09:00 - 2025-07-30 17:00 | Thatcham Research, Colthrop Way, Thatcham, Berkshire, RG19 4NR, United Kingdom
The technician assessments for the finalists in all seven Bodyshop Awards 2025 technical categories will take place at the Thatcham Research Automotive Academy from 28-30 July. The technical categories this year are as follows:

Powered by asTech – Bodyshop Thatcham Advanced Technologies Technician of the Year
Powered by Vizion – Bodyshop Thatcham Panel Technician of the Year
Powered by Vizion – Bodyshop Thatcham Paint Technician of the Year
Powered by Vizion – Bodyshop Thatcham Apprentice Panel Technician of the Year
Powered by Vizion – Bodyshop Thatcham Apprentice Paint Technician of the Year
Bodyshop Thatcham Apprentice MET Technician of the Year
Powered by IAEA – Bodyshop Thatcham VDA of the Year

Stellantis Stellar Accident Repair Programme Awards 2025
2025-08-02 18:00 - 23:30 | Hilton Manchester Deansgate, 303 Deansgate, Manchester, M3 4LQ, United Kingdom
The second annual Stellantis Stellar Accident Repair Programme Awards will take place in Manchester on Saturday, 2 August. The finalists have all been nominated by their regional bodyshop development manager and the winning repairers will be selected by the Stellantis Accident Repair Programme management team based on a variety of criteria and each winner’s contribution to the programme.

BODYSHOP AWARDS 2025 JURY DAY
2025-08-05 09:30 - 17:00 | Eyebox Training and Conference Centre, Spires Industrial Estate, Ibstock Road, Longford, Coventry, CV6 6JR, United Kingdom
Bodyshop Magazine’s independent panel of industry experts will meet at the Eyebox Training and Conference Centre in Coventry to decide the finalists and winners of the non-technical categories in this year’s Bodyshop Awards, which takes place on Monday and Tuesday, 20-21 October at The Belfry Hotel & Resort near Sutton Coldfield. All the finalists will be announced in the weeks following Jury Day and the winners will be unveiled during the Bodyshop Awards & Expo 2025 gala dinner on 21 October.

British Motor Show 2025
2025-08-15 09:00 - 2025-08-17 17:00 | Farnborough International Exhibition and Conference Centre, Etps Road, Farnborough, GU14 6FD, United Kingdom
The British Motor Show delivers a unique weekend of entertainment, driving experiences, technology and live content. The latest cars, stunt shows, celebrities on stage, under-17 driving and test drives all create memorable moments for the estimated 60,000 visitors who go through the gates at Farnborough International. The show delivers an amazing display of ultra rare supercars, amazing classic cars, the latest new cars and EV’s, plus modified cars, motorsport and kids rides, too.

Silverstone Festival 2025
2025-08-22 08:00 - 2025-08-24 17:00 | Silverstone Circuit, Towcester, Northants, NN12 8TN, United Kingdom
Marking the 75th anniversary of the FIA Formula 1 World Championship, the 2025 Silverstone Festival promises epic track battles, festival vibes, three nights of live music, and much for the whole family over the August Bank Holiday weekend.

AutoMotiva 2025 (Uzbekistan)
2025-08-23 09:00 - 2025-08-26 17:00 | UzExpo Centre, 107 Amir Temur Street, Tashkent, 100084, Uzbekistan
The third AutoMotiva (also known as Automotive Tashkent) will provide an excellent opportunity to explore the latest innovations and technologies in Central Asia’s fast-growing automotive market. The event will cover all areas of the sector, including body and paint, and boasts a broad trade show profile including 20,000 visitors from 12 countries, 133 exhibitors, 400 brands, and a 25,000 sqm exhibition space.

Salon Privé
2025-08-27 09:00 - 2025-08-31 17:00 | Blenheim Palace, Woodstock, Oxfordshire, OX20 1UL, United Kingdom
Blenheim Palace provides the perfect backdrop for this unforgettable automotive experience. Add in a line-up of automotive classics and supercars, rare vintage vehicles and the latest hypercars, as Salon Privé showcases a curated collection that will delight automotive enthusiasts.

Vizion Kinetic 2025
2025-09-03 09:00 - 2025-09-04 17:00 | Telford International Centre, International Way, Telford, TF3 4JH, Telford, Shropshire, TF3 4JH, United Kingdom
Vizion Kinetic – a two-day conference and expo organised by Vizion Network – is returning to the Telford International Centre in September 2025. Supported by two arenas of exhibitors and sponsors from the automotive supply chain, the first Kinetic in 2023 showcased the latest products and services and demonstrated how the accident repair sector is stronger when it works together.

Cenex Expo 2025
2025-09-03 09:00 - 2025-09-04 17:00 | UTAC Millbrook, Station Lane, Bedford, MK45 2JQ, United Kingdom
Cenex Expo, formerly Cenex-LCV and Cenex-CAM, is the leading event in the UK automotive innovation community. With more than 4,000 visitors in attendance last year, the event offers a wide range of exhibitors and an extensive seminar programme.

Auto Care Expo 2025
2025-09-04 09:00 - 2025-09-05 17:00 | Farnborough International Exhibition and Conference Centre, Etps Road, Farnborough, GU14 6FD, United Kingdom
The Auto Care Expo is a new B2B show dedicated to professionals looking to uncover new cutting-edge techniques and find innovative products for cleaning, restoring, repairing, and transforming vehicles. With a focus on education, demonstration, and growth, the Auto Care Expo is designed to drive the evolution of this fast-growing sector.

Concours of Elegance 2025
2025-09-05 09:00 - 2025-09-07 17:00 | Hampton Court Palace, Hampton Court Way, East Molesey, KT8 9AU, United Kingdom
The Concours of Elegance at Hampton Court Palace will bring together a selection of 60 of the rarest cars from around the world – many of which will have never been seen before in the UK.

IAA MOBILITY 2025 (Germany)
2025-09-09 09:00 - 2025-09-14 17:00 | Messe München, Am Messeturm, Munich, 81829, Germany
IAA MOBILITY in Munich (9-12 September) aims to serve as both a forward-looking mobility platform and a dialogue forum for the automotive and sustainability sectors. The IAA Summit and IAA Conference at the Trade Fair Centre Messe München fairgrounds offer a venue for professionals and experts (B2B and B2ESG) from around the world to exchange ideas on innovative mobility solutions. In the free Open Space sessions (9-14 September), downtown Munich’s public squares form the backdrop for forums discussing future mobility concepts and stages for experiencing new technologies (B2C).

UK Metals Expo 2025
2025-09-10 09:00 - 2025-09-11 17:00 | National Exhibition Centre (NEC), North Avenue, Marston Green, Birmingham, B40 1NT, United Kingdom
The UK Metals Expo is billed as the “leading event that brings the entire metals supply chain together with the worlds of engineering, manufacturing and construction” – from primary metal manufacturing to supply chain management, design, policy, metal processing, metalworking, fabrication, CNC machinery, surface finishing, and recycling.

Selecting the right CVs for your fleet (webinar)
2025-09-11 14:00 - 15:00 | Webinar
This one-hour session from Fleet News unpacks the decision-making process that leading fleet operators go through to ensure they operate LCVs which are fit for purpose, control costs, align with operational needs and sustainability obligations and meet driver needs in terms of design and functionality. It will also examine how combining alternative fuels, such as biofuels, HVO, CNG, with electric and hydrogen technologies, can accelerate the journey to decarbonisation while maintaining flexibility and meeting service delivery requirements.

BIG Awards 2025
2025-09-12 18:00 - 23:30 | Hilton Birmingham Metropole, Pendigo Way, Marston Green, Birmingham, West Midlands, B40 1PP
The Independent Garage Association (IGA) has confirmed that its British Independent Garage (BIG) Awards 2025 will take place at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole, on Friday, 12 September. Building on the success of previous years, the BIG Awards have become one of the premier events that recognise and celebrate excellence within the independent garage sector. 15 categories are available this year.

IBIS Iberia 2025
2025-09-15 09:00 - 2025-09-16 17:00 | Lienzo Norte Conference and Exhibition Centre, Avenue de Madrid, 102, Ávila, 05001, Spain
Following two record-breaking editions in 2023 and 2024, IBIS Worldwide, in partnership with CESVIMAP, will stage the third instalment return of IBIS Iberia on 15–16 September 2025 at the Lienzo Norte Conference Centre in Ávila, Spain. Once again set to bring together the brightest minds and most influential voices from across the Iberian automotive collision repair market, IBIS Iberia 2025 will build on its growing reputation as the must-attend event for professionals in Spain and Portugal.

CARS and MRE 2025
2025-09-17 09:00 - 2025-09-18 17:00 | National Exhibition Centre (NEC), North Avenue, Marston Green, Birmingham, B40 1NT, United Kingdom
The Complete Auto Recycling Show (CARS) and Metals Recycling Event (MRE) promise an exclusive line-up of sustainable industry champions showcasing their products and services to more than 12,000-plus visitors. Now part of the Environmental Services & Solutions Expo, CARS and MRE have expanded significantly and will be positioned at the NEC alongside the Resource & Waste Management Expo. This co-location amplifies the show’s footprint and draws in a wider audience, with many attendees from these sectors looking to engage with solutions in the vehicle and metals recycling space.

Environmental Services & Solutions Expo 2025
2025-09-17 09:30 - 2025-09-18 16:00 | National Exhibition Centre (NEC), North Avenue, Marston Green, Birmingham, B40 1NT, United Kingdom
The Environmental Services & Solutions Expo (ESS ) joins up with the Complete Auto Recycling Show (CARS) and the Metals Recycling Event (MRE) for 2025. ESS is dedicated to showcasing the latest innovations and solutions in the fields of circular economy, net-zero emissions, sustainability, and biodiversity conservation. CARS and MRE partnering with ESS creates an opportunity to explore the synergies between vehicle and metal recycling and the broader environmental and waste recycling sectors. There is a significant crossover in terms of agenda and topics, including green skills development, achieving net-zero targets, sustainability practices, waste classification, fire prevention strategies, and more.

TechFest South
2025-09-18 16:00 - 21:00 | Wembley Park Arena, 180 Great Portland Street, Wembley Park, London, HA9 0AA, United Kingdom
The TechFest aftermarket trade show and conference event organised by GSF Car Parts will return with three dates in 2025. The 2025 programme starts with TechFest North at Victoria Warehouse in Manchester on 21 May, before heading to Coventry’s CBS Arena on 19 June for TechFest Midlands. TechFest South will conclude the programme by returning to Wembley Stadium on 18 September.

NBRA Greener Bodyshop Awards 2025
2025-09-18 18:00 - 23:30 | Coventry Building Society Arena, Judds Lane, Coventry, Warwickshire, CV6 6GE, United Kingdom
The National Body Repair Association’s Greener Bodyshop Awards will return to the Coventry Building Society Arena in September 2025.

BSI Net Zero Week
2025-09-22 09:00 - 2025-09-26 17:00 | Webinar
BSI’s Net Zero Week 2025 is a dedicated programme of expert-led webinars and interactive sessions designed to inspire, inform, and equip attendees with the knowledge and tools to drive climate action forward. Each day focuses on a distinct theme, uniting thought leaders, practitioners, policymakers and innovators to share practical insights and success stories that are shaping a more sustainable future. Whether you’re in automotive, manufacturing, transport, agriculture, construction, public services, or finance, this is an opportunity to explore how standards, collaboration and cutting-edge solutions can help your organisation meet its net zero ambitions. Among other topics, sessions will include an exclusive briefing on the 2025 Net Zero Barometer: “Why it’s time to quicken the pace”; deep-dives into transport, agriculture, retrofitting, nature markets and healthcare; real-world applications of standards such as BS 40104 and Flex 3030; emerging technologies and innovation; and updates on government policies and practical toolkits for implementation.

CONNEX 2025 (USA)
2025-09-23 09:00 - 2025-09-25 17:00 | Hilton Nashville Green Hills, 3801 Cleghorn Avenue, Nashville, TN, 37215, United States
CONNEX 2025, the 16th annual CIECA conference, will be held in Nashville in September and will include insightful high-profile business and technical speakers; networking opportunities with all industry segments; a private tour at the Nissan Smyrna plant; and other highlights.

Cologne Aftersales Forum (Germany)
2025-09-24 09:00 - 2025-09-25 17:00 | Steigenberger Hotel Köln, Habsburgerring 9-13, Cologne, 50674, Germany
After a pandemic-induced pause since 2019, the Cologne Aftersales Forum will return in September 2025. This long-established aftermarket event, which will see its 21st edition this year, is aimed at aftersales managers from vehicle manufacturers, parts, accessories and tyre manufacturers, as well as the wider automotive, parts and tyre trade sectors. Under the headline “New Aftermarket World – Future Perspectives in an Uncertain Market Environment”, the forum aims to address current and future challenges in the European automotive aftermarket.

Professional Recovery Tow Show 2025
2025-10-01 09:30 - 2025-10-02 16:30 | NAEC Stoneleigh, Stoneleigh Park, Stoneleigh, Kenilworth, CV8 2LZ, United Kingdom
The annual Professional Recovery Tow Show, first held in 2000, has developed into the largest UK trade show dedicated to the vehicle recovery industry. On the first evening of the event, the Tow Show Awards Dinner sponsored by CMG will take place at The Slate @ Warwick Conferences. Tickets for the dinner are £70.00 + VAT, which includes a three-course meal and entertainment, and complimentary coach transfers from all the main hotels in the area.

Select Live
2025-10-02 10:30 - 15:00 | Reading FC, Select Car Leasing Stadium (junction 11, M4), Reading, RG2 0FL, United Kingdom
Select Live is a new electric vehicle expo which is being launched by Select Car Leasing in early October. An EV event aimed at all business owners and fleet professionals looking to make significant cost savings on their company vehicles, Select Live is free to attend and is being held at Reading FC’s Select Car Leasing Stadium.

Bangers4Ben 2025
2025-10-04 08:00 - 2025-10-07 17:00 | Inverness, Inverness, United Kingdom
Bangers4Ben, now in it’s 16th year, has raised more than £500,000 for the Ben automotive industry charity. This year the rally is heading north to experience Scotland’s ultimate road trip – the North Coast 500 – a route known for its stunning coastal scenery, rugged mountains, and charming fishing villages.
Team members must purchase a vehicle for no more than £750 which they will then drive for the event. The vehicles can be decorated under this year’s theme “The Movies”, or not. Entry is £1050 (+VAT) per car including the driver and one co-driver. This covers twin accommodation, breakfast, evening meal and AA roadside assistance.
