Stellantis Regional Forum (Scotland)
2026-03-17 09:30 - 16:30 (Europe/London) | Glasgow Westerwood Spa & Golf Resort, 1 St Andrews Drive, Cumbernauld, Glasgow, G68 0EW, United Kingdom
The Stellantis Multi-Brand Accident Repair Programme will be hosting several regional forums for its approved bodyshops throughout 2026, starting with the Scotland on 17 March. All the Stellantis forums are in a relaxed meeting format where attendees are free to bring up any questions or issues they want to discuss. They will also get an update on the programme, look at future developments, gain insight into real market conditions, and share ideas and best practices.

CLEPA Aftermarket Conference (Belgium)
2026-03-18 09:00 - 2026-03-19 17:00 | Sheraton Brussels Airport Hotel, Brussels Airport (BRU), Brussels, 1930, Belgium
Cybersecurity requirements and Euro 7 standards, along with the review of the Motor Vehicle Block Exemption Regulation, are reshaping the regulatory framework for the automotive aftermarket, and – together with rapid technological developments – are set to transform the industry. The 2026 edition of the CLEPA Aftermarket Conference will highlight how collaboration empowers competitiveness in a rapidly evolving market. Europe’s leading event for the sector will bring together senior executives, policymakers, and industry stakeholders to exchange insights on the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities.

Fleet News Awards 2026
2026-03-18 18:00 - 23:30 | JW Marriott Grosvenor House, 86-90 Park Lane, London, W1K 7TN, United Kingdom
The Fleet News Awards will return in March 2026 with new categories and new opportunities for fleets, manufacturers and suppliers to enjoy the benefits that go with winning and being shortlisted.

Classic Car & Restoration Show 2026
2026-03-20 09:00 - 2026-03-22 17:00 | National Exhibition Centre (NEC), North Avenue, Marston Green, Birmingham, B40 1NT, United Kingdom
The Practical Classics Classic Car & Restoration Show is the show to attend whether you are a restoration or repair professional, or you are simply looking to reignite your passion for cars. The event brings together 1300-plus cars on display, 160-plus car clubs representing a wide variety of marques and models, and 250-plus exhibitors and autojumblers including restoration companies, service providers and product suppliers.

IBIS USA 2026
2026-03-23 09:00 - 2026-03-25 17:00 | Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort, 7500 East Doubletree Ranch Road Scottsdale, Arizona, AZ, 85258, United States
IBIS USA 2026 will take place in March at the Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort in Phoenix, Arizona. The event will include thought-leadership content under the new 2026 theme “Connecting Changemakers” and will feature a more dynamic format and interactive high-level debate, as well as the usual unparalleled IBIS networking opportunities.

AutoTechnica 2026 (Belgium)
2026-03-29 09:00 - 2026-03-31 17:00 | Brussels Exhibition Centre (Brussels Expo), Place de Belgique 1, Bruxelles, 1020, Belgium
AutoTechnica, the leading trade fair for the automotive and aftersales sectors in the Benelux region, will take place at the Brussels Expo next March. Following on from the success of the 2024 edition, the trade fair will once again be a meeting place for automotive professionals and will focus on current developments, information sharing and networking among a wide range of representatives from the aftersales and mobility sector, including bodyshops, independent garages, brand distributors, wholesalers, suppliers, tyre specialists, transport companies and fleet owners.

NOMINATIONS CLOSE FOR BODYSHOP AWARDS & 30 UNDER 30 2026
2026-03-31 00:00 - 23:00 | Online Event
Nominations for the Bodyshop Awards 2026 and 30 Under 30 will close at midnight on 31 March 2026. Both competitions are completely free to enter and are judged by an independent panel of collision repair experts. The prize-giving ceremony for both competitions will take place during the Bodyshop Awards & Expo 2026 on 14-15 October at The Belfry Hotel & Resort near Birmingham.

NWVA DEBRA UK Charity Match
2026-03-31 10:00 - 13:00 | London Stadium, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, Stratford, London, E20 2ST, United Kingdom
Organised by Nationwide Vehicle Assistance Group and this year featuring the NWVA Legends facing off against an Industry United FC team under the guidance of coach Martyn Rowley from the NBRA, this charity match will be played at London Stadium, home of NWVA-sponsored West Ham United. Funds raised will go towards DEBRA UK and you can contribute by clicking this JustGiving link.

Automechanika Buenos Aires 2026 (Argentina)
2026-04-08 09:00 - 2026-04-11 17:00 | La Rural Trade Center, Av. Sarmiento 2704, Buenos Aires, Caballito, CABA 1425, Argentina
Argentina’s leading international trade fair for the automotive service industry targeting trade visitors from South America. With an undisputable leading position and as a strategic point for the automotive and spare part industry business, Automechanika Buenos Aires gathers the whole offer and demand in only one place.

Tektonic 2026 (USA)
2026-04-09 09:00 - 2026-04-11 17:00 | Marriott Marquis, 1777 Walker Street, Houston, TX, 77010, United States
Tektonic is a brand new automotive conference that will launch in the US in 2026. Whether you’re leading the business, managing the front desk, or on the tools in the workshop, Tektonic aims to offer tailored training to elevate your skills, connect with peers, and drive your career forward in a space built for you … “Come for the workshop-tested fixes, leave with the horsepower to hit top-gear growth”. Tektonic is a three-day event built for every workshop, no matter your size, brand, or business model.

Auto Maintenance and Repair Expo (China)
2026-04-13 09:00 - 2026-04-15 17:00 | Capital International Exhibition Centre of China (CIECC), 6 North 3rd Ring East Road, Chaoyang, Beijing, Shunyi District, 100621, China
The 74th edition of the Auto Maintenance and Repair Expo (AMR) aftermarket trade show will take place in Beijing in April 2026. AMR, which comes under the Messe Frankfurt umbrella, aims to advance the automotive aftermarket in China and the wider Asian region. By offering comprehensive services and keeping pace with industry development, it continues to grow its reputation among attendees and exhibitors.

Salon Privé London
2026-04-16 09:00 - 2026-04-18 17:00 | The Royal Hospital Chelsea, Royal Hospital Road, London, SW3 4SR, United Kingdom
Salon Privé London at the historic Royal Hospital Chelsea promises a three-day celebration of automotive style and sophisticated living in April.

The CV Show 2026
2026-04-21 09:00 - 2026-04-23 17:00 | National Exhibition Centre (NEC), North Avenue, Marston Green, Birmingham, B40 1NT, United Kingdom
The Commercial Vehicle Show 2026 will deliver a reimagined event experience around a new theme entitled “Fuelling Change – The Route to Net Zero”, including a revitalised content programme, new feature zones, and more meaningful engagement for both visitors and exhibitors. With 15,000+ targeted industry attendees and a stronger year-round platform, it remains the most effective stage in the UK to launch, connect, and influence the future of commercial mobility.

Bus & Coach Expo
2026-04-21 10:00 - 2026-04-23 17:00 | National Exhibition Centre (NEC), North Avenue, Marston Green, Birmingham, B40 1NT, United Kingdom
The Bus & Coach Expo, co-located with the CV Show, is the UK’s newest event for the road passenger transport industry. It aims to bring together operators, manufacturers, and suppliers to explore the latest in zero-emission vehicles, technologies, and services. Covering sectors from public transport to education and tourism, the expo will champion innovation, sustainability, and operational efficiency offering a vital platform for networking, learning, and shaping the future of passenger mobility.

Stellantis Regional Forum (Bradford)
2026-04-28 09:30 - 16:30 | Hollins Hall, Hollins Hill, Bradford, BD17 7QW, United Kingdom
The Stellantis Multi-Brand Accident Repair Programme will be hosting several regional forums for its approved bodyshops throughout 2026. All the Stellantis forums are in a relaxed meeting format where attendees are free to bring up any questions or issues they want to discuss. They will also get an update on the programme, look at future developments, gain insight into real market conditions, and share ideas and best practices.

Automechanika Riyadh 2026 (Saudi Arabia)
2026-05-04 09:00 - 2026-05-06 17:00 | Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Centre (RICEC), King Abdullah Road, King Abdullah District, Riyadh, 11564, Saudi Arabia
Automechanika Riyadh, one of the largest aftermarket trade shows in the region, regularly draws 3030-plus exhibitor to the Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Centre (RICEC), providing attendees with a wide variety of products and solutions to explore.

BIBA Conference 2026
2026-05-13 09:00 - 2026-05-14 17:00 | Manchester Central Convention Complex, Windmill Street, Manchester, M2 3GX, United Kingdom
Europe’s largest insurance broking event, the BIBA Conference 2026 will take place in May at the Manchester Central Convention Complex. It is expected to attract insurance professionals from across the industry for two days of networking, exhibitions, and discussions.

EV Expo & Conference UK
2026-05-13 09:00 - 2026-05-14 17:00 | ExCel London, Royal Victoria Dock, 1 Western Gateway, London, E16 1XL, United Kingdom
Billed as the UK’s “B2B EV ecosystem event”, the EV Expo & Conference UK in May will be when fleets, OEMs, infrastructure providers, investors and policymakers come together for two days of conference sessions, exhibition showcases and networking, to accelerate the UK’s EV transition.

Automechanika Kuala Lumpur 2026 (Malaysia)
2026-05-14 09:00 - 2026-05-16 17:00 | Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, Jalan Pinang, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan, 50088 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Automechanika Kuala Lumpur is the largest automotive aftermarket trade show in the ASEAN region and regularly places 310-plus exhibitors in front of more than 13,000 visitors. The organisers are planning even more exhibitor and visitor growth for the 2026 event in May.

Collision Repair Expo (Australia)
2026-05-14 10:00 - 2026-05-16 17:00 | Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC), South Wharf, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
The Collision Repair Expo in Melbourne is the only comprehensive exhibition for Australia’s automotive collision repair industry. It will include many of the latest tools, equipment and technology being showcased and demonstrated, and aims to impress with world-class training and conference features. Across three days 13,000 trade visitors are expected to visit from Australia, New Zealand and beyond.

AM Awards 2026
2026-05-14 18:00 - 23:30 | Park Plaza Westminster Bridge, 200 Westminster Bridge Road, London, SE1 7UT, United Kingdom
The AM Awards will celebrate achievement across the motor retail sector over the past year. From individuals driving change to high-performing teams and standout businesses, these awards recognise outstanding contributions across the automotive retail sector.

INDEX26 (Switzerland)
2026-05-19 09:00 - 2026-05-22 17:00 | Palexpo, Route François-Peyrot 30, Geneva, 1218 Le Grand-Saconnex, PO Box 112, Switzerland
INDEX26, the world’s leading exhibition for nonwoven materials, will be the perfect location to explore the latest industry developments and discover breakthrough technologies in a variety of industries including automotive. It’s where you’ll connect with global leaders, share insights, and uncover the tools needed to remain competitive and to prosper in this dynamic marketplace. The use of nonwovens in the automotive sector has expanded rapidly over the past few decades, primarily as a result of vehicle manufacturers and their component suppliers looking to decrease costs by reducing the weight of their vehicles, as well as lowering fuel consumption and CO2 emissions.

WrapFest 2026 (Spain)
2026-05-19 09:00 - 2026-05-22 17:00 | Fira Barcelona Montjuïc, Avinguda de la Reina Maria Cristina, Barcelona, 08004, Spain
WrapFest, described as “the ultimate festival for vehicle wrapping, vinyl, PPF, window tinting, and detailing”, will be back for its thfourth ird edition in May 2026, and aims to build on the success of our past two shows. The organisers say that WrapFest 2026 promises an even richer, more immersive experience. From vehicle wrapping, livery and fleet graphics and car detailing, to paint protection, tinting, interior decor and beyond — WrapFest is the place to connect with peers, explore new revenue opportunities, and stay ahead of the curve.

CAPAS Chengdu 2026 (China)
2026-05-21 09:00 - 2026-05-23 17:00 | Chengdu International Exhibition & Convention Center, No 198 Century City Road, Shanghai, Chengdu, 610041, China
The Chengdu International Trade Fair for Automotive Parts and Aftermarket Services (CAPAS Chengdu) showcases the latest advancements in new energy and connectivity across the entire automotive supply chain, highlighting the progress of transformation in Southwest China’s automotive aftermarket. The 2025 event drew 21,896 visitors to connect with 773 exhibitors across a 52,000-sqm exhibition space.

Automechanika Istanbul 2026 (Turkey)
2026-05-21 09:00 - 2026-05-24 17:00 | Istanbul TUYAP Fair and Congress Centre (TÜYAP), E-5 Karayolu, Gürpinar Kavsagi, Istanbul, Buyukcekmece, 34522, Turkey
Turkey’s largest international trade fair and its biggest meeting point for the automotive aftermarket in the region, Automechanika Istanbul will take place in May 2026 at Istanbul TUYAP Fair and Congress Centre.

Fix Auto UK National Conference 2026
2026-05-27 09:00 - 2026-05-28 17:00 | The Vox Conference Venue, Resort World, NEC, Marston Green, Birmingham, B40 1PU, United Kingdom
The two-day Fix Auto UK National Conference 2026 – which will be themed “NEXUS” – will return to The VOX Conference Venue at Resort World in the grounds of the NEC, Birmingham.

UK Garage & Bodyshop Event 2026
2026-06-03 09:30 - 2026-06-04 17:00 | National Exhibition Centre (NEC), North Avenue, Marston Green, Birmingham, B40 1NT, United Kingdom
The UK Garage & Bodyshop Event (UKGBE 2026) will return on the 3-4 June 2026 at the NEC, where it will offer an excellent opportunity for industry professionals to access training, technologies and tools. With the UK aftermarket in the middle of its biggest shift in living memory as it transitions to EVs and ADAS-enabled technologies, coupled with rapidly advancing service and repair technologies, the need for this event has never been stronger. The 2026 edition, which will once again be partnered with Bodyshop Magazine, is predicted to draw 180 leading suppliers and 5,000 automotive professionals to the NEC for a two-day event featuring an interactive exhibition, live demonstrations, workshops and panel discussions with leading industry experts. Make sure you come and say hello at the Bodyshop Magazine Lounge in partnership with the NBRA (Stand H10), and join us on the first afternoon for the free BODYSHOP BUZZ networking event (from 4:00pm).

BODYSHOP BUZZ 2026: NETWORKING EVENT
2026-06-03 16:00 - 18:00 | National Exhibition Centre (NEC), North Avenue, Marston Green, Birmingham, B40 1NT, United Kingdom
Bodyshop Magazine will once again host the ever-popular BODYSHOP BUZZ powered by Core Diagnostics networking event – a free-for-bodyshops networking drinks party for the whole body repair sector and supply chain – at the NEC on the first afternoon of the UK Garage & Bodyshop Event 2026 (3-4 June). BODYSHOP BUZZ will run from 4:00pm-6:00pm in the Bodyshop Magazine Lounge in partnership with the NBRA (stand H10) and the adjacent Complete Collision and Car Care Live demonstration hub (G12) in the centre of the main area dedicated to the body repair and refinish sector. Just look out for the big Bodyshop Mag balloon. To attend BODYSHOP BUZZ, simply sign up in advance using the registration page coming soon on our website. And make sure you use Bodyshop Mag to get your free tickets for UKGBE 2026.

Stellantis Charity Golf Day
2026-06-04 09:45 - 22:00 | Telford Hotel Golf & Spa Resort, Great Hay Drive, Sutton Way, Telford, TF7 4DT, United Kingdom
The 5th annual Stellantis Charity Golf Day will take place at the Telford Hotel Golf & Spa Resort on Thursday, 4 June 2026. Organised by the Stellantis Accident Repair Programme in association with Distrigo Parts and EUROREPAR, and sponsored by 3M, this year’s benficiary charity will be DEBRA UK.

British Claims Awards
2026-06-04 18:00 - 23:30 | Leonardo Royal Hotel London, 10 Godliman Street, London, EC4V 5AJ, United Kingdom
Celebrating the insurance industry’s dedication to claims services. The British Claims Awards champions the claims service across insurance and celebrates the achievements and progress made by leading professionals and organisations on behalf of their clients.
