Tuesday 30 June 2026, 08:30 – 16:15 BST (GMT +1)
IET, London

The Summit has become a fixture in the UK automotive calendar and one of the most high-profile corporate events for the sector, providing an opportunity for the automotive industry to come together to discuss the issues and opportunities impacting their businesses and the industry as a whole.

The programme will address some of the key issues for automotive including: progress on the Industrial Strategy and the measures to support the sector’s growth; the international context amidst increased competition and rising protectionism; the supply chain and the wider need for greater resilience; and innovation in products and processes. Sessions will examine each of these topics through a combination of keynote speeches, panel discussions and interviews, all focused on how the sector can succeed in this fast-changing world.

Speakers will include senior executives from vehicle manufacturers, policymakers, and a host of content experts from the automotive and aligned industries.

The event will again bring together over 300 senior key players from throughout the industry, attracting senior-level representatives from automotive, government and key stakeholders, as well as members of the media.

Tickets are available for purchase. SMMT Members are eligible for one complimentary ticket per member organisation (subject to availability).  Book early to secure your ticket at a discounted rate. Early Bird ticket prices available until 15 May 2026. For any information about the event, exhibition, and partnership opportunities, please email [email protected]

SMMT Summit 2026 Keynote speaker

Lord (Daniel) Finkelstein OBE

Associate Editor The Times

Event Partners 2026

Always interesting to mix the automotive industry with government, finance & legal and tackle the issues of investment and sustainability

CEVA Logistics

a great event. Essential for maintaining an up to date knowledge of the international automotive landscape

IMI

A truly excellent and informative event, bringing key players and politicians to discuss the benefits and success of the automotive sector to the UK economy 

Arval BNP

Great industry insights, coupled with the right balance of networking time for new contacts and building relationships  

Austrade

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