Events Calendar

September

Regional Networking

SMP Europe, Nottingham | 9 September 

Regional Networking provides a platform for discussion on the opportunities and challenges for the automotive industry.

Meet the Heavy Body Builder

SMMT Offices, London | 12 September 
SMMT are hosting a new event to provide Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) Manufacturers an opportunity to build partnerships that will generate business opportunities.

SMMT DE&I Workshop

Birmingham | 16 September 
If you’re looking to better understand and manage your Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) metrics – join our upcoming workshop.

October

Introduction to SMMT

SMMT Offices, London | 1 October
Aimed at supporting both new members and associates who have recently joined, as well as existing members who would like a refresher, this seminar will offer practical advice and tips on how to best utilise and maximise your organisation’s membership.

Regional Networking

EJOT UK Limited, Leeds | 7 October 

Regional Networking provides a platform for discussion on the opportunities and challenges for the automotive industry.

Trade mission USA: Southeastern EV supply chain

Alabama, USA | 6-9 October
With OEMs including BMW, General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mazda Toyota, Mercedes-Benz, Nissan, Toyota and Volkswagen, as well as Tier 1 and 2 suppliers, all based in the southeastern region – the EV supply chain trade mission could provide promising opportunities for UK companies. If you are interested, please fill out the EOI form.

Regional Forum

Oxford | 15 October
SMMT Regional Forum South East provides a platform for discussion on the opportunities and challenges for the automotive industry in the region and regularly attracts 200+ senior automotive delegates, from a wide range of companies including vehicle manufacturers, global and local suppliers.

November

Introduction to SMMT Seminar

Leeds | 4 November

Whether you’re a new member, a long-standing associate, or simply curious about the benefits of joining, this seminar is your gateway to getting the most from membership.

Regional Networking

Electra Commercial Vehicles, Leeds | 7 November 

Regional Networking provides a platform for discussion on the opportunities and challenges for the automotive industry.

Trade mission Czech Republic CEE automotive supply chain

Olomouc, Czech Republic | 4-5 November

SMMT is organising the UK automotive supply chain trade mission to Czech Republic to explore the opportunities in the region through a conference, B2B meetings and networking. Fill out the expression of interest form.

Annual Dinner 2025

London, 25 November
The SMMT Annual Dinner is one of the key events in the automotive calendar, due to be attended by approximately 1,000 guests from industry, government, and the media. The 108th SMMT Annual Dinner will be held on Tuesday 25 November 2025.

December

Regional Networking

International Motors, Birmingham | 5 December 

Regional Networking provides a platform for discussion on the opportunities and challenges for the automotive industry.

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.