The Top 10 Automotive Industry Events you should be attending in 2023

If you work within the UK automotive industry, then you’ll likely be revved up from the success of Automechanika Frankfurt!

As a result you may be planning your next industry “go to” event.

To help you stay up to date we’ve put together our TOP 10 favourite events in the automotive calendar ……

12-15 January 2023 Autosport International, NEC, Birmingham

Kicking off the automotive industry events calendar year, Autosport International is promised to be Europe’s largest motorsport show. The first two days of the show will be exclusively “trade only” with the aim to provide an opportunity to network and discover the latest automotive industry innovations.

25-27 February 2023 London Classic Car Show, Olympia, London

Classic Car mad? If you love Classic Cars or work in the Classic Car Market then you cannot afford to miss the London Classic Car Show. With auctions, product demonstrations and car story talks throughout the show, this is a must for classic car enthusiasts. This year will see the show celebrate 135 years of history with the theme ‘The Evolution of Design’.

February 2023 – If you are looking out for the Geneva International Motor Show – It’s cancelled for February 2023.

Usually hosted in February the Geneva International Motor Show dates back to 1905 and is still a renowned event today.  The event has always been one of the biggest and most loved events on the automotive calendar.  The cancellation will no doubt be a disappointment for those wanting to attend.  Check out Qatar in November though!

18-20 April 2023 Commercial Vehicle Show, NEC Birmingham

The Commercial Vehicle Show is the largest and most comprehensive road freight transport, distribution, and logistics event in Britain.  This is the calendars ‘go to’ event for commercial vehicle, lorry, truck and van operators.

12-13 May Future of the Car Summit 2023, London

Presented by the FT and in its 9^th year The Future of the Car Summit aims to be a crucial event for international OEM’s.  The Future of the Car is a leading conference for automotive leaders to be part of the debate that inspires innovation in local and international markets.

6-8 June 2023 Automechanika, Birmingham

The leading trade exhibition for the aftermarket and supply chain and the favourite of the Glen Callum Team!!  The event targets visitors from across the UK and abroad and the 2023 event will be the first UK based event since 2019.  It’s already set to be a sell-out show packed with new brands, features and training hubs for collision repair, EV, ADAS and more. Also hosted on the 7 June is the first ever Automechanika Birmingham Garage Awards, hosted by the IAAF at the Hilton metropole.

The awards will celebrate the very best of the garage industry and acknowledge the commitment and dedication independent garages and technicians make in the UK.

17-20 Aug 2023 The British Motor Show, Farnborough

The British Motor Show us the UK’s biggest motor show. Featuring a mix of new, classic, supercars, driving displays and marketplace sellers. A variety of content, live action, and the chance for visitors to get up close and engage with brands.

The visitors in 2023 will be able to check out the latest cars and even get behind the wheel for a test drive.

5-7 December 2023 Global Automotive Components and Suppliers Expo, Stuttgart, Germany

Exhibitors from Tier 1, 2 and 3 global automotive component manufacturers will be at the expo to display their latest technologies and products. Held alongside the Automotive Interiors Expo, Global Automotive Components and Suppliers Expo is the place to discover new technologies, components and manufacturing partners!

Are you still looking for last minute shows for 2022?  Check out these still to go ahead this year……

2-3 November 2022 Advanced Engineering, Birmingham

The UK’s leading annual gathering of OEMs and engineering supply chain professionals. The show is entering its 13^th year as the UK’s engineering innovation hub.

Divided into 7 show zones, Advanced Engineering highlights innovation and collaboration across the entire supply chain. The show zones are Aero Engineering, Composites Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Connected Manufacturing, Advanced Metals, Space & Satellite Engineering and NEW for 2022 Product Testing & Quality Control.

10 November 2022 – Automotive Management Live, Birmingham

The UK’s leading event for motor retailers is back at the NEC this November!

Visitors see the full range of suppliers to motor retail as well as learning and sharing industry best practice, and the future of motor retail.

Please note – the above events may be subject to change and all details to be verified with the organisers prior to attendance.

Happy Networking!

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