ARC360 webinar: Q4 the moment of truth?
2020-10-14 13:30 - 14:30 (Europe/London) | Webinar
ARC360’s bi-weekly webinar catch-up on how the collision repair industry is finding its feet in the “new norm”.

Insurance Innovators webinar: Driving value from tech
2020-10-15 15:00 - 16:00 | Webinar
You will hear from an expert panel of speakers from AXA, Beazley, Legal & General and SAS as they delve into the obstacles that prevent insurers driving real value from investments. The panel will offer strategic insights and the tools needed to overcome these challenges and ultimately gain competitive advantage.

Cromax Fast Repair training course
2020-10-16 | Access Training Hertfordshire, Unit 2 Tewin Ct, Tewin Rd, Welwyn Garden City AL7 1AU
This one-day course covers SMART repair techniques. Fast Repair requires a particular approach and methodology that are different to conventional repairs. Participants are shown how to achieve successful Fast Repair results using products from the Cromax Ultra Performance Energy system. They are instructed in the use of the correct tools, surface preparation and in application techniques on exterior metal and plastic substrates. The course also provides guidance on marketing this service to bodyshop customers.
Training courses can be booked through the Cromax webshop at www.cromastore.co.uk.

CANCELLED: Automechanika Dubai
2020-10-19 09:30 - 2020-10-21 16:30 | Dubai World Trade Centre, Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai, Trade Centre 2, United Arab Emirates
The rescheduled 18th edition of Automechanika Dubai has been cancelled again due to the coronavirus pandemic and will now take place 7-9 June 2021 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The organisers say they are committed to delivering another successful exhibition next year.

Automechanika webinar: Insights on insurance relations
2020-10-19 11:00 - 13:00 | Webinar
Covid-19 is driving a new low-touch economy, but what exactly is this and how will it change insurance claim processes moving forward? This webinar’s panellists will discuss how the collision repair industry is adapting to the way customers are now shopping for insurance, making a claim, and choosing their collision repair centre in an economy that has reduced close-contact interactions and remote processes.

SMMT Automotive Quality Management Systems Conference
2020-10-20 09:00 - 2020-10-21 16:00 | Mercure Brandon Hall Hotel & Spa, Main Street, Brandon, Coventry, Warwickshire, CV8 3FW, United Kingdom
The Society of Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) Quality Management Division invites automotive senior leaders and quality management professionals to attend its third Automotive Quality Management Systems Conference. This year’s theme and main focus for the first day is: “Leading the way to quality”. Speakers will discuss topics including how to achieve company wide buy-in for placing quality at the centre of the organisation.
The event includes speakers from OEMs, quality certification and accreditation bodies, as well as support organisations and panel discussion and collaborative, practical workshops.

WardsAuto webinar: Automotive plastics and polymer composites
2020-10-22 16:00 - 17:00 | Webinar
Jose Chirino will discuss the requirements and opportunities for the automotive industry and its suppliers to rethink the ways that vehicles and their materials are designed, constructed, used, and handled at end-of-life.

CIECAST webinar: Cybersecurity for the collision repair industry
2020-10-26 16:00 - 17:00 | Webinar
Mike Anderson, owner of Collision Advice, and David Willett, underwriting value creation executive at ProSight Specialty Insurance, will offer an overview of cybersecurity, how it affects the collision repair industry and what can be done to prepare for the future. Anderson will share real-world examples of collision repairers who have first-hand experience dealing with cybersecurity. Willett will talk about current cybersecurity threats, including working remotely, new ransomware tactics and the Internet of Things (IoT). He will also discuss some of the most significant exposure collision repairers have today. Following the presentation, there will be a Q&A session.

Auto Refinish Summit 2020 (online event)
2020-10-26 16:00 - 2020-10-30 21:00 | Webinar
Global Finishing Solutions will be hosting a virtual Auto Refinish Summit — a chance to learn about the US refinish industry from the comfort of your own home. Included will be a virtual car show, virtual happy hours and product demonstrations.

SMMT webinar: Business Preparedness Programme – Customs
2020-10-27 10:00 - 11:00 | Webinar
Following the publication of the second version of the government’s Border Operating Model, SMMT will be joined by the Border and Protocol Delivery Group, part of the Cabinet Office, to discuss plans for the Great Britain border from 1 January 2021, what businesses can expect when importing and exporting between Great Britain and the EU, and what steps can be taken to prepare. SMMT will also provide the latest insights into the UK-EU negotiations.

TU-Automotive webinar: Transformation starts with evolving vehicle architecture
2020-10-28 18:00 - 19:00 | Webinar
The advances in connectivity, autonomous driving, sharing economy, and electrification are massively disrupting the automotive industry while bringing richer user experiences, more comfortable driving, safer, and more robust driving systems. Truly next-gen vehicles require new architectures that are highly integrated, intelligent, and multi-functional systems with fewer domains, zones, and sub-systems—replacing the legacy approach of using several single-function modules with limited processing capability. This integrated system is designed to be software-driven and able to cross-leverage domains and sub-systems to dramatically improve the driving experience and safety.

IAAF Industry Briefing Bitesize (webinar)
2020-10-29 10:00 - 11:00 | Webinar
The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation’s final instalment of the year in its Industry Briefing Bitesize series will take place virtually on 29 October, and will welcome Adrian Botham – founder and managing director of Servispart Consulting, who will look at the initial findings of the Aftermarket Growth Study that IAAF members had the opportunity to take part in during September.
IAAF members can register their interest for the event by emailing anns@iaaf.co.uk.

SEMA360 (webinar replacing SEMA Show 2020)
2020-11-02 09:30 - 2020-11-05 16:30 | Webinar
The SEMA360 online marketplace replaces the annual live SEMA Show which has been cancelled for 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic. The Specialty Equipment Market Association is offering SEMA360 to allow manufacturers and resellers to connect and conduct business in a safe virtual environment.

Virtual event: AAPEX 2020
2020-11-03 09:30 - 2020-11-05 16:30 | Webinar
AAPEX 2020 will not be held as an in-person tradeshow event this year due to the Covid-19 pandemic and governmental restrictions on gatherings, businesses, and travel. Instead, AAPEX will provide a virtual/digital experience with many of the show’s same elements presented digitally. Further details to be announced.

SMMT webinar: Business Preparedness Programme – Rules of Origin
2020-11-03 15:00 - 16:00 | Webinar
To support preparedness for the end of the Brexit transition period, the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders will be joined by one of its consultancy partners to cover tariffs and rules of origin. During this webinar they will walk through the UK’s Global Tariff schedule, which will come into effect from 1 January 2021, and how it differs from the EU’s Common External Tariff, what proving origin is, and the types of documentation companies will need to complete for moving goods between the EU and UK. SMMT will also provide the latest insights into the UK-EU negotiations.

Insurance Innovators Digital Summit: Customer
2020-11-04 09:00 - 17:00 | Webinar
Streaming live throughout November, you will be able to hear from 100-plus international speakers, take part in live chats and Q&As, and network with 3,000-plus attendees. Across eight separate days, industry leaders from around the world will come together to debate new ideas, unpack the latest trends, set agendas and build collaborative partnerships in the world of insurance.
Episode one: Serving the digital customer

Part 1: Convenience and cost-effectiveness – a killer combination.
Part 2: Rebuilding the customer relationship – trust, transparency and loyalty.

SMMT webinar: Covid-19 Automotive Update
2020-11-04 11:30 - 12:30 | Webinar
Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders’ chief executive Mike Hawes and the SMMT policy team provide updates on the new coronavirus lockdown measures announced on 31 October and beginning 5 November. Items covered include which businesses are able to remain open – including the effect on repairers – furlough provisions and any clarifications the SMMT has received from government following questions members have already asked on these topics.

Insurance Innovators Digital Summit: Distribution
2020-11-05 09:00 - 17:00 | Webinar
Streaming live throughout November, you will be able to hear from 100-plus international speakers, take part in live chats and Q&As, and network with 3,000-plus attendees. Across eight separate days, industry leaders from around the world will come together to debate new ideas, unpack the latest trends, set agendas and build collaborative partnerships in the world of insurance.
Episode two: A new era of distribution

Part 1: The rise of super apps, platforms and ecosystems.
Part 2: Navigating the changing distribution landscape.

Logistics UK: Van Operational Briefing (webinar)
2020-11-06 08:30 - 16:00 | Webinar
The Logistics UK (formerly FTA) Van Operational Briefing (VBO) 2020 is going virtual and will provide operators with the essential information they need to run their fleets safety, efficiently and legally. Using state-of-art online conferencing, exhibition and networking technology to create an engaging, immersive experience, topics will include van security, enforcement and trailer safety, fleet electrification, and recent developments on urban restrictions, such as the latest information on air quality schemes. Logistics UK’s Member Advice Centre team will also be discussing how drivers’ hours and tachographs affect van operations both now, and in the future.

Cromax matt and tinted clearcoat finishes training course
2020-11-09 - 2020-11-10 | Access Training Hertfordshire, Unit 2 Tewin Ct, Tewin Rd, Welwyn Garden City AL7 1AU
This two-day course shows participants how to accurately match new clearcoat trends from many automotive manufacturers. Through a combination of theory and practical exercises, participants will be taught how to identify and to apply a matt or tinted clearcoat. Participants are shown how to use different colour matching tools such as the ChromaVision spectrophotometer, Fan Deck and test panels. The trainer will share useful tips and advice to minimise costly reworks and to deliver increased productivity.
Training courses can be booked through the Cromax webshop at www.cromastore.co.uk.

MSO Symposium (online)
2020-11-09 19:00 - 2020-11-13 20:30 | Webinar
The MSO Symposium will feature many of the most experienced, high-growth executives from the leading multi-shop organisations or multi-site operators (MSOs) in the USA. Focal points of this event include opportunities to learn from industry peers, acquire knowledge from field experts on trends and topics that influence the collision repair business, and discover equipment and service offerings made for collision repair businesses to succeed.

Insurance Innovators Digital Summit: Product & Underwriting
2020-11-10 09:00 - 17:00 | Webinar
Streaming live throughout November, you will be able to hear from 100-plus international speakers, take part in live chats and Q&As, and network with 3,000-plus attendees. Across eight separate days, industry leaders from around the world will come together to debate new ideas, unpack the latest trends, set agendas and build collaborative partnerships in the world of insurance.
Episode three: A revolution in product, pricing and risk management

Part 1: The next phase of product innovation.
Part 2: Underwriting and risk management.

Insurance Innovators Digital Summit: Operations & Workforce
2020-11-11 09:00 - 17:00 | Webinar
Streaming live throughout November, you will be able to hear from 100-plus international speakers, take part in live chats and Q&As, and network with 3,000-plus attendees. Across eight separate days, industry leaders from around the world will come together to debate new ideas, unpack the latest trends, set agendas and build collaborative partnerships in the world of insurance.
Episode four: A truly digital insurer – from agile operations to the future workforce

Part 1: Next-gen operations – digital, agile, resilient.
Part 2: Building the workforce of tomorrow.

WorldSkills UK International Skills Summit (online)
2020-11-11 10:00 - 2020-11-12 16:00 | Webinar
The International Skills Summit will bring together leaders in industry and education to explore how international standards can be embedded in skills systems across the UK to mainstream excellence.

The Virtual Fleet & Mobility Live
2020-11-17 08:00 - 2020-11-19 17:00 | Webinar
The UK’s leading event for the fleet management community has now gone digital and will give industry decision-makers the chance to face future challenges and opportunities together with three days of learning, sharing and virtual networking.

SMMT webinar: Business Preparedness Programme – Immigration
2020-11-17 10:00 - 11:00 | Webinar
This webinar will remind participants of the government’s EU Settlement Scheme and what companies can do to support the EU nationals in their workforce to apply. In addition it will provide insight into the UK’s new Points Based Immigration System which will come into force on 1 January 2021, how it differs from the current Immigration System and what companies should do ahead of looking to recruit from outside of the UK.

CIECAST webinar: The Future of Electric Vehicles
2020-11-17 16:00 - 17:00 | Webinar
This Collision Industry Electronic Commerce Association (CIECA) webinar will be presented by Mark Kaufman, Ford’s global director of electrification. All industry segments, including CIECA members and non-members, are invited to attend. During the one-hour live presentation, Kaufman will talk about the expected timeline for the increased use of EVs and Ford’s approach to electrification. He will also discuss Ford Certified Collision Network preparedness for EV collision repair.

Insurance Innovators Digital Summit: Insurtech
2020-11-18 09:00 - 17:00 | Webinar
Streaming live throughout November, you will be able to hear from 100-plus international speakers, take part in live chats and Q&As, and network with 3,000-plus attendees. Across eight separate days, industry leaders from around the world will come together to debate new ideas, unpack the latest trends, set agendas and build collaborative partnerships in the world of insurance.
Episode five: The next phase of insurtech

Part 1: Start-up strategy and VC forum.
Part 2: Quickfire pitches.

Cenex-LCV 2020 + Cenex-CAM 2020
2020-11-18 09:00 - 2020-11-19 16:00 | Webinar
Cenex has confirmed that its annual Low Carbon Vehicle (Cenex-LCV) and Connected Automated Mobility (Cenex-CAM) events – originally scheduled for 9-10 September 2020 – will now take place 18–19 November 2020 as online events.

CANCELLED: CARS 2020 (recycling)
2020-11-18 09:00 - 2020-11-19 17:00 | NAEC Stoneleigh, Stoneleigh Park, Stoneleigh, Kenilworth, CV8 2LZ, United Kingdom
The Complete Auto Recycling Show (CARS) is Europe’s largest event for the end-of-life vehicle recycling and dismantling industry has been cancelled and will now take place 15-16 September 2021 at Stoneleigh Park.
