SMMT International Automotive Summit 2026
2026-06-30 08:30 - 16:15 (Europe/London) | IET London: Savoy Place, 2 Savoy Place, London, WC2R 0BL, United Kingdom
The 18th SMMT International Automotive Summit 2026, the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders’ flagship UK conference, will take place at the IET London in the City of Westminster at the end of June.

IMI Heavy Vehicle Technology Skills Competition
2026-07-01 09:00 - 2026-07-03 17:00 | Renault Trucks UK Training Academy, Ashville Way, Whetstone, Leicestershire, LE8 6NU, United Kingdom
The IMI Heavy Vehicle Technology Skills Competition is a national platform designed to develop and showcase the next generation of HGV and CV technicians. Focused on learners and apprentices, the competition is built around training, education and progression, supporting participants as they build the skills, confidence and experience needed to succeed in the modern automotive workforce.

BVLRA Fleets in Charge Conference
2026-07-01 09:30 - 17:00 | IET London: Savoy Place, 2 Savoy Place, London, WC2R 0BL, United Kingdom
The BVRLA conference has become a key event for leasing and rental operators currently transitioning to EVs. This seventh edition of the event brings together industry experts and policymakers to discuss the latest developments impacting the sector.

Emergency Fleet Exhibition
2026-07-07 09:00 - 2026-07-08 17:00 | Telford International Centre, International Way, Telford, TF3 4JH, Telford, Shropshire, TF3 4JH, United Kingdom
The Emergency Fleet Exhibition and the National Association of Police Fleet Managers Conference, now in its 52nd year, is one of the largest emergency service fleet events in Europe. It has established a European and world-wide reputation for the quality of the exhibition with a broad range of products and vehicles on display and attracts a focused high-level audience.

Vehicle Electrification Expo 2026
2026-07-08 09:00 - 2026-07-09 17:00 | National Exhibition Centre (NEC), North Avenue, Marston Green, Birmingham, B40 1NT, United Kingdom
The Vehicle Electrification Expo will offer a insights into the latest developments in advanced EV technology, with experts from all sides of the industry in attendance. It includes a free-to-attend multi-track conference with sessions dedicated to next-generation powertrain technology, battery cell development, pack design, integration and efficiency, alongside the latest technology solutions for improving the range, safety and performance of a broad spectrum of EVs.

Advanced Materials Show
2026-07-08 09:00 - 2026-07-09 17:00 | National Exhibition Centre (NEC), North Avenue, Marston Green, Birmingham, B40 1NT, United Kingdom
The co-hosted Advanced Materials Show and Advanced Ceramics Show return to the NEC on 8-9 July 2026. The conference programme which runs alongside the trade exhibition will feature an engaging mix of panel discussions, keynote talks, on-stage interviews, interactive Q&A sessions, and live podcast recordings, all designed to provide fresh insight into the latest R&D developments and the market trends shaping the future of advanced materials, including those used in automotive.

INA PAACE Automechanika Mexico 2026
2026-07-08 09:00 - 2026-07-10 17:00 | Centro Citibanamex (Mexico), Conscipto 311, Mexico City, Lomas de Sotelo, 11200, Mexico
Billed as the “ultimate platform for the automotive community in Latin America”, INA PAACE Automechanika Mexico offers multiple opportunities to connect with new suppliers, explore cutting-edge product technologies, and engage in top-tier educational and networking experiences.

British Insurance Awards 2026
2026-07-08 18:00 - 23:30 | Royal Albert Hall, Kensington Gore, London, SW7 2AP
Insurance Post’s British Insurance Awards 2026 aim to celebrate insurance excellence, while honouring the game-changers, innovators and stars who are leading the way.

Goodwood Festival of Speed
2026-07-09 09:00 - 2026-07-12 17:00 | Goodwood House, Goodwood House, Chichester, West Sussex, PO18 0PX, United Kingdom
Held in the beautiful parkland surrounding Goodwood House, Festival of Speed is widely regarded as motorsport’s ultimate summer garden party, and a celebration of the world’s most glamorous sport.

ALLDATA Repair Excellence Event (July)
2026-07-11 09:30 - 15:30 | Oldfields Garage, Brunel Road, Enterprise Park, Leominster, HR6 0LX, United Kingdom
ALLDATA Europe will host the first in its series of 2026 Repair Excellence Events – which feature a number of key business and technical presentations – at Oldfields Garage in Leominster.

Building a connected workflow for your bodyshop (webinar)
2026-07-15 19:00 - 20:00 | Webinar
A new integration between CCC ONE and RepairLogic in the US connects estimating and repair planning into a single workflow. Join OEC for a live demonstration of how bodyshops can launch repair planning the moment an estimated is created, surface OEM repair procedures as they work through motor groups in CCC, and sync completed documentation back to the CCC workfile without manual uploads.

TechFest Midlands
2026-07-16 15:00 - 21:00 | Coventry Building Society Arena, Judds Lane, Coventry, Warwickshire, CV6 6GE, United Kingdom
GSF Car Parts is gearing up for its most ambitious year yet with the return of TechFest, the garage and workshop technology festivals. TechFest offers multiple opportunities for industry professionals and anyone looking to build a future in the automotive aftermarket. Alongside access to leading suppliers and networking opportunities, attendees can benefit from a packed programme of TechTalks delivered by some of the top suppliers.

POSTPONED: IBIS Australia Online 2026
2026-07-22 10:00 - 16:00 | Online Event
POSTPONED (new date TBC): IBIS Australia in 2026 features a new format – a fully online event designed to bring the industry together in a more accessible, connected and far-reaching way.

BODYSHOP AWARDS 2026 JURY DAY
2026-08-04 09:30 - 16:00 | 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 get together in early August to decide the finalists and winners of the non-technical categories in this year’s Bodyshop Awards, which will take place on Wednesday and Thursday, 14-15 October 2026 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 alongside Bodyshop Magazine’s 30 Under 30 during the Bodyshop Awards & Expo 2026 gala dinner on 15 October.

NBRA North Regional Networking Event
2026-08-13 09:30 - 22:00 | Oulton Hall, 2 Rothwell Lane, Oulton, Leeds, LS26 8HN, United Kingdom
The NBRA North Regional Network Event is a speed-networking event which connects suppliers and partner members with NBRA repairers, networks and the wider industry. It will be followed by an evening BBQ.

British Motor Show 2026
2026-08-21 09:00 - 2026-08-23 17:00 | Farnborough International Exhibition and Conference Centre, Etps Road, Farnborough, GU14 6FD, United Kingdom
The British Motor Show 2026 is confirmed for 21-23 August at the Farnborough International Exhibition & Conference Centre, and it will once again feature new cars, supercars, classics, EVs, live stunts, driving experiences, and lots of fun for the family.

UK Wrap Championships
2026-08-21 10:00 - 2026-08-23 16:00 | Farnborough International Exhibition and Conference Centre, Etps Road, Farnborough, GU14 6FD, United Kingdom
The UK Wrap Championships sponsored by Avery Dennison is returning to The British Motor Show this summer (21-23 August). This year the Wrap Championships will take centre stage in Hall 1, reinforcing the competition’s status as one of the show’s premier live attractions.

CarFest 2026
2026-08-28 09:00 - 2026-08-30 17:00 | Silverstone Circuit, Towcester, Northants, NN12 8TN, United Kingdom
Packed to the brim with activities and attractions to keep the whole family entertained, CarFest is a great place for a fun day out.  As well as the fastest and most breathtaking cars, CarFest promises so much more, with live music, celebrity stars, wellbeing sessions, famous chefs and cookery demonstrations, and more.

Salon Privé Blenheim Palace
2026-09-02 09:00 - 2026-09-06 17:00 | Blenheim Palace, Woodstock, Oxfordshire, OX20 1UL, United Kingdom
Blenheim Palace, the birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill, provides the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable automotive experience. Add in a line-up of automotive classics and supercars, from rare vintage vehicles to the latest hypercars; Salon Privé showcases a curated collection that will delight automotive enthusiasts; complemented by exquisite hospitality and boutique luxury brands.

NBRA Greener Bodyshop Awards 2026
2026-09-03 18:00 - 23:30 | Coventry Building Society Arena, Judds Lane, Coventry, Warwickshire, CV6 6GE, United Kingdom
The ever-popular National Body Repair Association (NBRA) Greener Bodyshop Awards will return to the Coventry Building Society Arena in early September 2026, when they will shine a spotlight on the most environmentally conscious and forward-thinking bodyshops in the UK.

Automechanika Frankfurt 2026
2026-09-08 09:00 - 2026-09-12 17:00 | Messe Frankfurt, Fairground of Messe Frankfurt, Frankfurt am Main, Hesse, 60327, Germany
Automechanika Frankfurt covers the entire value chain of the automotive aftermarket, making it the platform for innovation and networking with the international world of automotive.

IBIS@ Automechanika Frankfurt (Germany)
2026-09-09 09:00 - 2026-09-10 17:00 | Messe Frankfurt, Fairground of Messe Frankfurt, Frankfurt am Main, Hesse, 60327, Germany
IBIS will be bringing a taste of its 2026 theme – “Connecting Change Makers” – to Automechanika Frankfurt, Europe’s largest international trade fair and the biggest meeting point of the automotive aftermarket industry.

Professional Recovery Tow Show 2026
2026-09-09 09:30 - 2026-09-10 16:30 | NAEC Stoneleigh, Stoneleigh Park, Stoneleigh, Kenilworth, CV8 2LZ, United Kingdom
Since 2000, the Tow Show has grown and developed into the largest UK trade show dedicated to the vehicle recovery industry. By showcasing the latest designs in vehicle and equipment technology and product innovations, the Tow Show has firmly established itself and provides an ideal platform to meet and talk business, explore new developments, and stay up to date with a fast-changing marketplace.

Everything Electric GREATER LONDON 2026
2026-09-11 09:00 - 2026-09-12 17:00 | Twickenham Stadium, Whitton Road, Twickenham, London, TW2 7BA, United Kingdom
The three-part UK home energy and electric vehicle event which kicked off with Everything Electric NORTH in May, and was followed in June by Everything Electric WEST in Cheltenham, will conclude with Everything Electric GREATER LONDON at Twickenham in September. Running alongside the Everything Electric consumer shows will be B2B EV DAY which will take place on the Friday of each event, and is aimed at businesses exploring electric vehicles, fleet electrification, and practical cleantech solutions.

IAA Transportation (Germany)
2026-09-15 09:00 - 2026-09-20 17:00 | Hannover Exhibition Centre, Deutsche Messe, Messegelände, Hannover, 30521 Hannover, Germany
IAA Transportation, which is held on alternate years with IAA Mobility, is a major international trade fair for the commercial vehicle, logistics, and transport industry held in Germany and showcasing innovations such electrification and hydrogen vehicles and digital solutions.

CARS & MRE 2026
2026-09-16 09:00 - 2026-09-17 17:00 | National Exhibition Centre (NEC), North Avenue, Marston Green, Birmingham, B40 1NT, United Kingdom
Now firmly established within the Environmental Services & Solutions Expo (ESS) at the NEC, the co-located Complete Auto Recycling Show (CARS) and Metals Recycling Event (MRE) continues to grow its reach and impact – bringing together the complete recycling supply chain under one roof.

TechFest London
2026-09-17 15:00 - 21:00 | Wembley Park Arena, 180 Great Portland Street, Wembley Park, London, HA9 0AA, United Kingdom

Goodwood Revival
2026-09-18 09:00 - 2026-09-20 17:00 | Goodwood Motor Circuit, Goodwood Motor Circuit, Chichester, West Sussex, PO18 0PH, United Kingdom
Billed as the world’s most spectacular historic motor racing event, Goodwood Revival is an immersive celebration of vintage cars and fashion.

Cenex Expo 2026
2026-09-22 09:00 - 2026-09-23 17:00 | ICC Wales, The Coldra, Catsash Road, Caerleon, Newport, Wales, NP18 1HQ, United Kingdom
Cenex Expo, the UK’s leading innovation and networking event for low carbon and connected automated mobility, is relocating to Wales in 2026. With support from the Welsh government, the event will take place on 22-23 September at the ICC Wales venue, located in the grounds of the Celtic Manor Resort.

WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 (China)
2026-09-22 09:00 - 2026-09-27 17:00 | National Exhibition and Convention Centre (Shanghai), 333 Songze Avenue Road, Shanghai, Qingpu District, China
The WorldSkills Competition is the world’s biggest international skills competition, bringing together young people, industry, education and government leaders from around the world to advance Technical and Vocational Education and Training. Squads from various sectors will be competing, including UK apprentice technicians in Autobody Repair, Car Painting, Heavy Vehicle Technology, and Automobile Technology.
