Events Calendar
SMMT organises exhibitions, conferences, seminars, networking events and webinars as well as overseas trade delegations. This section highlights all upcoming SMMT events.
January
Automotive Industry Priorities 2026
Webinar | 22 January
SMMT’s Chief Executive, Mike Hawes, will discuss industry’s priorities for 2026 and outline the SMMT business plan and priorities in responding to some of the key issues we expect in the forthcoming year.
Regional Networking
Wrightbus, Co. Antrim | 30 January
Regional Networking provides a platform for discussion on the opportunities and challenges for the automotive industry.
Regional Roadshow
Wrightbus, Co. Antrim | 30 January
Regional Roadshow is aimed at providing insight into the benefits that SMMT members enjoy and how we can support your business.
February
Regional Networking
DS Smith, Leicestershire | 12 February
Regional Networking provides a platform for discussion on the opportunities and challenges for the automotive industry.
Introduction to SMMT
SMMT Offices, London | 24 February
This event is for members and associates who want a refresher, and will share practical tips to help you get the most from your organisation’s membership.
March 2026
Electrified 2026
London, 12 March 2026
As the UK’s preeminent summit on electrification of road transport, SMMT Electrified brings together over 400 senior representatives from industry, government, key partner sectors such as infrastructure, energy, fleets, insurance and logistics, and diverse stakeholders to discuss how we can jointly make the transition to zero emission mobility a resounding and unequivocal success.
April 2026
LGBTQ+ and Allies event
Birmingham, 30 April 2026
Following two previous successful LGBTQ+ and allies’ workshops in 2023 and 2024, SMMT will be hosting another workshop, in partnership and hosted by Shoosmiths.
May 2026
Regional Networking
RARUK Automation, Bedfordshire | 12 May
Regional Networking provides a platform for discussion on the opportunities and challenges for the automotive industry.
July 2026
Introduction to SMMT
SMMT Offices, London | 8 July
This event is for members and associates who want a refresher, and will share practical tips to help you get the most from your organisation’s membership.
October 2026
Introduction to SMMT
SMMT Offices, London | 6 October
This event is for members and associates who want a refresher, and will share practical tips to help you get the most from your organisation’s membership.
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