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Industry comes together at best-ever Automechanika Birmingham 2025

Automechanika Birmingham 2025 marked a watershed moment for the UK automotive industry, as the event welcomed more than 15,000 visitors for the first time in its history – a significant milestone that underscored the sector’s resilience, growth and appetite for innovation. Thousands of professionals from across the aftermarket and supply chain united at the NEC for three packed days of innovation, training, networking, business opportunities and inspiration.

Automechanika Birmingham celebrates rising stars at inaugural ‘Thirty Under 30’ Awards

Automechanika Birmingham has officially recognised the first-ever cohort of its ‘Thirty Under 30’ Awards, honouring the brightest young talent shaping the future of the UK’s £21 billion automotive aftermarket.

Automotive Supply Chain Forum and Meet the Buyer remain key highlights at Automechanika Birmingham 2025 as industry prepares for future

The automotive industry’s supply chain leaders turned their focus firmly towards the future at Automechanika Birmingham 2025, with the Automotive Supply Chain Forum and Meet the Buyer - held in partnership with the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) - attracting record levels of engagement and enthusiasm.

Final Countdown: Motorvate’s Ignite Arena set to be showstopper at Automechanika Birmingham

With just over a week to go until Automechanika Birmingham opens its doors, the industry is gearing up for one of the most exciting new features the show has ever seen. For the first time, Motorvate will take centre stage, alongside a jam-packed Ignite Arena programme that puts the spotlight on careers, skills, inspiration and the future of the automotive aftermarket.

Experience the future of mobility – thought-provoking discussions, hands-on demos and immersive experiences await supply chain visitors at Automotive Supply Chain Forum at Automechanika Birmingham 2025

With just under a month to go until the Supply Chain Forum at Automechanika Birmingham 2025, the event organiser has unveiled its official speaker agenda for 2025, offering a content-rich, three-day programme set to tackle the pressing challenges and opportunities facing the UK automotive supply chain.

Industry challenges & future-focused insights lead action-packed three-day agenda for bodyshops at Automechanika Birmingham 2025

With just under a month to go until Automechanika Birmingham 2025, the event organiser has unveiled its official speaker agenda for 2025, offering a content-rich, three-day programme set to tackle the pressing challenges and opportunities facing the bodyshop sector.

Automechanika Birmingham 2025 speaker agenda addresses the big issues affecting the automotive industry

With just under a month to go until Automechanika Birmingham 2025, the event organiser has unveiled its official speaker agenda for 2025, where discussions on digitalisation, electrification, skills shortages and sustainability lead the action-packed three-day agenda.

Technology, trends and training: Automechanika Birmingham 2025 speaker line-up set to challenge perceptions and change the game

With just over two months to go until Automechanika Birmingham 2025 returns to the NEC Birmingham for its latest event, set to be bigger and better than ever! The trade show has unveiled an exciting line-up of key speakers and features for 2025.

Technology, trends and training: Automechanika Birmingham 2025 speaker line-up set to challenge perceptions and change the game

With just under three months to go until Automechanika Birmingham 2025 returns to the NEC Birmingham for its latest event, set to be bigger and better than ever! The trade show has unveiled its exciting line-up of key speakers and features for 2025.

Get revved up for Automechanika Birmingham 2025 as box office opens

The UK’s leading automotive trade event, Automechanika Birmingham 2025, is back and better than ever! Taking place from 3rd to 5th June 2025 at the NEC Birmingham, this highly anticipated event is the ultimate destination for independent garages, Auto and MOT Centres, fast fitters, mobile repairers, technicians, workshops and automotive professionals. And it’s time to get revved up as the free ticket box office is now open.

Detail for the diary: Automechanika Birmingham 2025 box office is live!

The UK’s leading automotive trade event, Automechanika Birmingham 2025, is back - and 185% bigger than the last! Taking place from 3rd to 5th June 2025 at the NEC Birmingham, this highly anticipated event is the ultimate destination for bodyshop and detailing professionals. And it’s time to get the detail in the diary as the free ticket box office is now open.

Automechanika Birmingham appoints new event director

Messe Frankfurt UK, organisers of Automechanika Birmingham and UK Garage & Bodyshop Event, has announced the appointment of Joanne Knowles as event director.

Empowering and insightful Women Automotive Summit set to return

The countdown to the 2023 Women Automotive Summit, hosted by Women Automotive Network on 20th September, is now well underway, as the automotive industry gears up to celebrate diversity and share key insights from well-known industry leaders.

Stellar shortlist announced for inaugural Women Automotive Awards

The shortlist for the first-ever Women Automotive Awards, hosted by Women Automotive Network, has been announced, with an esteemed list of professionals being recognised for their remarkable achievements and contributions within the automotive sector.

GS Yuasa enjoys successful return to Automechanika Birmingham

GS Yuasa launched and showcased two new additions to its auxiliary battery range at last month’s Automechanika Birmingham.

Automechanika 2023 ‘Best Year Ever’

“Really busy with great quality visitors, a buzzing atmosphere and very well organised,” was the snap verdict of Kalimex, exhibitors at this year’s Automechanika three-day event which was held at the NEC in Birmingham.

Federation of Engine Remanufacturers marks successful debut Automechanika Birmingham show

The Federation of Engine Remanufacturers (FER) enjoyed a successful debut exhibition at leading automotive aftermarket trade show, Automechanika Birmingham

Arnold Clark Autoparts hails success of Automechanika Birmingham exhibition

Leading national motor factor Arnold Clark Autoparts has hailed the success of this year’s Automechanika Birmingham exhibition, which was held at the NEC from June 6th-8th.

BM Catalysts optimistic about ICE powertrain longevity following successful Automechanika Birmingham

BM Catalysts is buoyant about the future of the combustion engine following a successful exhibition at popular aftermarket trade show, Automechanika Birmingham.

Automotive community gathers in record numbers at Automechanika Birmingham 2023

Following a four-year absence, a record number of UK automotive professionals came together at Automechanika Birmingham, the most important trade event for the UK automotive industry. The 14,402 visitors record attendance was an increase of 19% on the 2019 show, re-confirming that face-to-face B2B events are a critical way for professionals to learn, do business and network. The total of 6750 garages, workshops and bodyshops, was also unprecedented.

Automechanika 2023 - Autotech Group showcases all FOUR company divisions in industry first

Automechanika Birmingham is providing a platform for Autotech Group to launch its new division – Autotech Connect - bringing all FOUR of its company divisions together for the first time.

National Paint Championships crowns winners at Automechanika Birmingham final

The winners of the National Paint Championships have been crowned at a closely fought final today (June 6th), taking place at automotive trade show, Automechanika Birmingham, held this week at the NEC Birmingham.

Automechanika Birmingham launches VIP motorXfactor Club

Automechanika Birmingham returns to the NEC for the first time in four years from 6 – 8 June, and the event organisers have gone above and beyond to ensure motor factors and distributors have all their needs covered at the three-day event, with the launch of the motorXfactor VIP Club, together with the Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation.

UK Manufacturing at Sheffield based Eldon Tool & Engineering

The Tool Connection, as one of the major distributors of automotive tools in the UK, made a major investment in 2008 by acquiring the business of Eldon Tool & Engineering Limited, based in Sheffield. The company now has the facility to design, test and manufacture specialist tools in the UK, and since then this side of the business has grown with importance.

GS Yuasa set to showcase expanded market-leading auxiliary battery range at Automechanika Birmingham

Global battery manufacturer GS Yuasa are set to showcase their expanded auxiliary battery range at Automechanika Birmingham between 6 – 8 June. Also on display at the hugely popular trade exhibition will be the Japanese based global manufacturer’s range of vehicle batteries, including their market-leading Yuasa YBX automotive types and YCX smart charger range.

Solera to showcase world-leading automotive aftermarket solutions at Automechanika 2023

Audatex and Autodata solutions improve safety, efficiency, accuracy, and cost-effectiveness of vehicle repairs

New Innovations from Supertracker at Automechanika

With Automechanika Birmingham only a week away, Supertracker have revealed details about what to expect at the exciting Supertracker stand!

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ProXL partners with Automechanika Birmingham to offer energy and cost savings to bodyshops

As the sector faces increasing challenges brought about by the cost-of-living crisis, ProXL will be sharing advice to Automechanika Birmingham visitors around how to save energy and costs in the workshop.

LKQ EURO CAR PARTS BRINGS BRITISH SUPERBIKE RACERS TO AUTOMECHANIKA

LKQ Euro Car Parts is set to make some noise at this year’s Automechanika, with a huge stand featuring British Superbike racers.

Unique classic car which recently travelled Europe is being auctioned at Automechanika to fundraise for Ben

A truly unique 1993 Rover 216 Honda cabriolet which made it to Monaco and back in 5 days last year is being auctioned at Automechanika Birmingham on 7th June to fundraise for Ben, the automotive industry charity. A rare classic, there are just 207 of these cars left on the road.

The countdown is on: Automechanika Birmingham provides a taste of what’s to come in Event Preview

With just under three weeks to go until it opens its doors once more, Automechanika Birmingham – hosted from 6th – 8th June at the NEC – has given visitors a flavour of what’s to come at this year’s highly anticipated show, launching its official event preview.

Federation of Engine Remanufacturers to make Automechanika Birmingham debut

The Federation of Engine Remanufacturers (FER) has announced it will be exhibiting its extensive engine reconditioning expertise and training offering for the first time at Automechanika Birmingham at the show’s 2023 edition, held at the NEC from 6 – 8 June.

Laser Tools: Hybrid & EV Product Range

At the forthcoming Automechanika Birmingham at the NEC, The Tool Connection will be focusing on products related to plug-in vehicles – both Hybrid (PHEV) and Electric Vehicle (BEV).

LKQ EURO CAR PARTS REVEALS AUTOMECHANIKA SPEAKER LINE UP

LKQ Euro Car Parts has revealed details of its speaker line up at this year’s Automechanika Birmingham. Throughout the three days, experts from LKQ Euro Car Parts will be sharing their knowledge and giving visitors first-hand experience at number of the event’s interactive hubs.

MEET THE TEAM BEHIND THE NEW AUTOMOTIVE CONCEPT AT AUTOMECHANIKA

Visitors to Automechanika Birmingham can be among the first to meet the team behind the industry’s newest garage concept, 1TEC Auto Hub, at stand 0135.

Automechanika Birmingham unveils the largest ever body and paint programme for 2023

Automechanika Birmingham has highlighted its brand-new training hubs and popular show features, as well as exciting product launches for the bodyshop sector and new for 2023, the National Paint Championships, as the UK’s largest automotive trade exhibition makes a return in June.

Take on the BIG Comma Workshop Challenge at Automechanika Birmingham

Comma, the world-class manufacturer and supplier of automotive lubricants and chemicals, is encouraging workshops to take on the BIG Comma Workshop Challenge at Automechanika Birmingham, taking place at the NEC Birmingham on 6-8 June.

TUNAP to highlight how garages can boost profits at Automechanika Birmingham 2023

Automechanika Birmingham has revealed its gold partner, chemical manufacturer, TUNAP, will be offering garages top tips on how to boost profits at the return of the UK’s largest automotive trade exhibition this June.

Automechanika Birmingham focuses on next generation with dedicated Autotech Academy student programme

Automechanika Birmingham is officially welcoming the next generation of aftermarket professionals with open arms to its summer show, as the event organisers announce a dedicated student programme in partnership with Autotech Academy.

Bosch Automotive Aftermarket to exhibit ADAS Calibration and Secure Diagnostics at Automechanika Birmingham

Denham – Bosch’s Automotive Aftermarket division will be present at the Automechanika Birmingham event from June 6th to 8th. Bosch Automotive Aftermarket will be in Hall 19 on stand Q102 at Birmingham’s NEC.

Better Together: Co-Located Trade Shows for the manufacturing and engineering sector

Messe Frankfurt UK, Nineteen Group, Rapid News Group and The Mark Allen Group have joined forces to collocate their UK manufacturing and engineering events this June creating a phenomenal offering for the community from all vertical sectors.

Carlac Announce Their Attendance At Automechanika Birmingham

Leading UK distributor Carlac is delighted to announce its joint venture with its partners to exhibit at the upcoming Automechanika Birmingham from the 6th to the 8th of June.

Women Automotive Network – Drinks Reception announced at Automechanika Birmingham

Automechanika Birmingham has teamed up with the Women Automotive Network, who will be hosting the Women Automotive Network – Drinks Reception at this year’s show, as the event organiser continues on its mission to support diversity within the sector.

Automechanika Birmingham focuses on next generation with dedicated Autotech Academy student programme

Automechanika Birmingham is officially welcoming the next generation of aftermarket professionals with open arms to its summer show, as the event organisers announce a dedicated student programme in partnership with Autotech Academy.

Automechanika Birmingham and IMI announce EV Training Academy feature to help businesses prepare for the future

Automechanika Birmingham has announced a newly launched training feature at the show, the EV Training Academy, designed to offer visitors the latest tips, tricks and opportunities in the electric vehicle (EV) sector.

Automechanika Birmingham launches motorXfactor club

Automechanika Birmingham, in conjunction with IAAF, has launched the motorXfactor club, a brand new programme at the event offering distributors a number of VIP benefits.

Finalists announced for National Paint Championships, hosted by Automechanika Birmingham

The finalists of the National Paint Championships, hosted by Automechanika Birmingham, have been shortlisted, with the winner of the Championships to be crowned in a live ceremony at the show on 7th June 2023.

UK Detailing Academy to bring industry insight in dedicated programme at Automechanika Birmingham

The UK Detailing Academy has been announced as the education partner and curator of the Automechanika Birmingham 2023’s Detailing Live programme, hosting practical demonstrations and kicking off insightful discussions about the sector’s challenges and opportunities.

Racing driver Nic Hamilton to speak at Automechanika launch event

Bodyshop is delighted to announce that British racing car driver Nicolas Hamilton will be the guest speaker at the Bodyshop Magazine Summer Launch Party in association with Automechanika Birmingham 2023.

Automechanika Birmingham highlights show features and new training hubs for 2023

With just under three months to go until Automechanika Birmingham 2023, the trade event has highlighted its brand-new training hubs and popular show features for visitors, as the UK’s largest automotive trade exhibition makes a return in June.

LKQ Euro Car Parts to sponsor first Automechanika Birmingham Garage Awards hosted by IAAF

LKQ Euro Car Parts is to headline sponsor the first Automechanika Birmingham Garage Awards, hosted by the Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF).

Automechanika Birmingham launches ‘Women in Automotive’ documentary to celebrate International Women’s Day 2023

Automechanika Birmingham has launched a brand-new documentary highlighting females in the automotive aftermarket, featuring discussions about what it’s like to be a woman in the industry, to coincide with International Women’s Day 2023.

Unprecedented demand for Automechanika Birmingham 2023 as registration ramps up

Automechanika Birmingham, the UK’s largest automotive trade exhibition, has reported unprecedented visitor demand, as registration figures sit 112 percent higher amongst garage professionals than the same period before the event was last held in 2019.

PPG launches PPG LINQ digital ecosystem for the refinish industry in EMEA

ROLLE, Switzerland, March , 2023 - PPG (NYSE:PPG) today announced the launch of its PPG LINQ™ end-to-end digital ecosystem for the refinish market in Europe, Middle East and Africa. Using a cloud-based platform, the PPG LINQ system interconnects digital hardware, software and services to transform bodyshop processes. Automotive aftermarket stakeholders can catch a glimpse of the latest refinishing innovations from PPG on show at the industry leading Automechanika Birmingham exhibition, taking place from June 6th-8th at the National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham (UK).

MANN & HUMMEL educates on the most common EV filtration misconception

Automechanika Birmingham, the UK’s largest automotive trade exhibition, has revealed its gold partner, MANN & HUMMEL, will be talking all things electric vehicle (EV) at the return of the UK automotive industry’s flagship event this summer.

Automechanika Birmingham to launch ‘matchmaking’ app to better connect visitors and exhibitors

Aptly for the 14th February, Automechanika Birmingham is celebrating the power of matchmaking, and, in a first for the event, has announced it will be offering visitors the chance to connect with exhibitors more easily than ever before at this year’s show, via the use of an innovative networking app.

Automechanika Birmingham shines a spotlight on ‘skills’ for the next generation this National Apprenticeship Week

In celebration of National Apprenticeship Week 2023, Automechanika Birmingham is officially welcoming the next generation of aftermarket professionals with open arms to its summer show on 6th – 8th June, as the event organisers look to take a proactive approach in helping to bridge the ongoing skills gap and train the future specialists of the industry.

Registration opens for Automechanika Birmingham 2023

Automechanika Birmingham, the UK’s largest automotive trade exhibition, has announced that visitor registration is now open, offering aftermarket professionals free tickets to the event and the opportunity to source the latest tools, technology and innovations, and network with the UK market to share challenges and solutions.

SMMT’s Meet the Buyer returns to Automechanika Birmingham with new Automotive Supply Chain Forum

The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders’ (SMMT) Meet the Buyer event will return to Automechanika Birmingham 2023 in June, as part of an all-new Automotive Supply Chain Forum from Messe Frankfurt.

Automechanika Birmingham to offer top tips at dedicated exhibitor day event

Messe Frankfurt UK, organisers of Automechanika Birmingham, has announced the return of its exhibitor day, offering exhibitors the chance to learn more about maximising the opportunities around the show and enhance the visitor experience.

Bodyshop programme bigger and better than ever at Automechanika Birmingham 2023

Automechanika Birmingham has revealed its biggest ever bodyshop programme for 2023, with three new stand-out features now announced.

Painters assemble: The National Paint Champion to be crowned at Automechanika Birmingham

Automechanika Birmingham has revealed that it will host the National Paint Championships, with the winner being announced in a live ceremony at the show on 7th June 2023.

Automechanika Birmingham Helps To Bring Joy To The Vulnerable This Festive Period

Automechanika Birmingham Has Shared Its Specialist Event Expertise And Knowledge By Supporting The Biggest Ever Free Christmas Party, One Day At Christmas, Arranged By Events Industry Publisher, Mash Media, For Those Who Are Alone Or Vulnerable Over The Festive Period.

Automechanika Birmingham 2023 announces partnership with NTDA

Automechanika Birmingham, the UK’s largest automotive trade exhibition, has announced it will be partnering with the National Tyre Distribution Association (NTDA) for its 2023 event.

Automechanika Birmingham unveils its Platinum Headline Sponsors for 2023

Automechanika Birmingham, the UK’s largest automotive trade exhibition, has revealed its platinum headline sponsors for its 2023 event, as hundreds of quality aftermarket exhibitors sign up to showcase the latest technical innovations, products and services to key industry professionals.

Messe Frankfurt UK nominated for IAAF Outstanding Achievement award

Messe Frankfurt UK has received a nomination in the annual Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) Pride of the Aftermarket awards in the Outstanding Achievement category, for its work on the inaugural UK Garage and Bodyshop Event.

Gear up for fast-paced change: New-look Automotive Supply Chain Forum to focus on innovation and opportunity

Messe Frankfurt UK, organisers of Automechanika Birmingham, has announced a refreshed trade event, the Automotive Supply Chain Forum, in association with the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).

UK Garage and Bodyshop Event kickstarts new year with unrivalled backing from aftermarket

The new UK Garage and Bodyshop Event, presented by Automechanika, has kickstarted 2022 on a high, with a host of renowned automotive companies committing to exhibit at this year’s national launch event.

auto:resource shortlisted for industry award

We are pleased to share that our digital content marketing platform ‘auto:resource presented by Automechanika’ has been shortlisted for an AEO (Association of Event Organisers Ltd) centenary award.

Messe Frankfurt UK launches UK Garage and Bodyshop Event for 2022 in response to market demand

Messe Frankfurt UK, organisers of Automechanika Birmingham and auto:resource welcomes the return of face-to-face events with the launch of The UK Garage and Bodyshop Event, the UK's dedicated event for training, technology and tools for the garage and bodyshop sector.

97% of companies want to continue participating in trade fairs

That was the finding of the second round of Messe Frankfurt’s customer survey. Known as the Customer Care Campaign (CCC), the survey was first conducted in autumn 2020 and then repeated in spring 2021. The goal was for local sales partners to contact Messe Frankfurt’s customers during the coronavirus pandemic, inform them of trade fair cancellations and support their efforts to participate in current and future trade fairs – all while invigorating Messe Frankfurt’s sales network.

Successful six-month start for auto:resource

In its first six months since launching, central online content marketing platform, auto:resource, is proving popular with the automotive aftermarket.

Automechanika Birmingham sets new dates

Automechanika Birmingham has announced that it will be postponing its established UK event to June 2023, maintaining its alternation with Automechanika Frankfurt, which recently moved in its full form to September 2022 due to ongoing international travel restrictions following the coronavirus pandemic.

Automechanika Birmingham appoints new Sales Director

To continue delivering successful events in the automotive aftermarket, Messe Frankfurt, organisers of Automechanika Birmingham, has appointed Grant Elrick as the company’s new Sales Director.

auto:resource platform successfully connects automotive aftermarket

Messe Frankfurt UK, organisers of Automechanika Birmingham, successfully launched the auto:resource digital resources platform at the end of 2020 to connect, inform and train the UK automotive aftermarket.

‘State of the Aftermarket’ explored in new industry report released by auto:resource

auto:resource, launched by Messe Frankfurt UK, organisers of Automechanika Birmingham, has published its first-ever industry report, ‘State of the Aftermarket’, providing businesses with an insight into the opportunities and challenges that face the sector.

New digital platform launched to inform, train and connect UK automotive aftermarket

Messe Frankfurt UK, organisers of Automechanika Birmingham, has launched auto:resource, a new online directory and resources platform to inform, train and connect the UK automotive aftermarket.

Automotive aftermarket to be provided with industry insight in latest webinar

After the success of the first and second free webinars for the automotive aftermarket, Messe Frankfurt UK, organisers of Automechanika Birmingham, has confirmed the date for the next webinar in the Automotive Aftermarket Webinar Series.