Connect with 5,000+ garage, bodyshop and detailing professionals in just two days.
The UK aftermarket is experiencing its most significant transformation in decades, driven by the rise of hybrid and EV technology and the rapid adoption of ADAS-enabled systems. To keep pace, garages, workshops, bodyshops and detailers are investing heavily in new tools, equipment, and most importantly continuous skills development.
The UK Garage & Bodyshop Event is the only dedicated platform designed to meet these evolving needs. Over two action-packed days, you’ll engage directly with thousands of decision-makers and technicians from across the UK. More than a trade exhibition, the event blends live demonstrations, hands-on training, and expert-led seminars, creating a highly interactive environment where suppliers can showcase products, share knowledge, and build meaningful relationships with a motivated and influential audience.
What are selling and why you need to exhibit
Parts & Components
The UK Garage & Bodyshop Event is the go-to event for suppliers of car parts and components, with a focus on live demos and product training. Connect with 5,000+ garage owners, technicians, and workshop leaders actively researching solutions and ready to engage with your brand.
Diagnostics & Repair
The UK Garage & Bodyshop Event helps you sell more tools, diagnostics, and repair solutions by connecting face-to-face with the UK’s most active garage owners and technicians. Engage 5,000+ ready-to-buy professionals, showcase live demos, and position your brand as the aftermarket’s go-to choice.
Electrics & Electronics Oils, Lubricants & Fuels Accessories, Wheels & Customising Digital Solutions & Service
The UK Garage & Bodyshop Event is set to welcome over 5,000 automotive end users including garage and bodyshop owners and technicians as well as detailing specialists. As the UK’s largest event dedicated to end users, it stands as the premier destination for cutting-edge automotive innovation, hands-on training, and unrivalled networking opportunities.
Body & Paint
If you supply tools, equipment, paint, refinishing products, or collision repair solutions, the UK Garage & Bodyshop Event is your chance to put them in the hands of 5,000+ end users including; bodyshop owners, technicians, and decision-makers. Demonstrate your innovations through live demos, showcase technical expertise, and build high-value connections in the heart of the UK aftermarket.
Car wash care and Detailing
Reach a growing audience of detailing specialists, bodyshops, and garage professionals passionate about quality finishes and cutting-edge care. With 5,000+ attendees actively seeking new products, techniques, and suppliers, the UK Garage & Bodyshop Event is your stage to showcase live demos, educate on proper application, and win new customers in the detailing market.
71% of visitors are exclusive to Messe Frankfurt UK automotive events—The UK Garage & Bodyshop Event and Automechanika Birmingham.
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81% of visitors have final decision, or influence purchasing decisions
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69% of visitors did business with the exhibitors at the event
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Repeat exhibitors increased their stands by 79% on average
Why exhibit? Hundreds of benefits, but these 3 stand out
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The UK Garage & Bodyshop Event is where suppliers meet the people who matter most, thousands of garage, bodyshop, and detailing professionals actively seeking new products, training, and solutions. With the aftermarket rapidly evolving, this is your chance to put your brand in front of decision-makers, demonstrate your expertise, and generate high-quality leads in just two days.
The Power of Live Events
- Increased Purchasing Decisions at Live Events - Approximately 76% of visitors at B2B exhibitions make new purchasing decisions or reinforce existing ones, highlighting the effectiveness of face-to-face interactions in influencing buyer behaviour.
- Post-Event Brand Recommendations - Two weeks after attending live events, 69% of visitors report having recommended or intending to recommend brands they encountered, demonstrating the lasting impact of such events on brand advocacy.
- Extended Engagement at Live Events - The average visitor spends approximately 5.5 hours at a live event.
- Consequences of Brand Absence at Events - Not participating in live events can negatively affect brand perception and image by up to 5%, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a presence at such events.
Exhibit with us
There are different packages available to our exhibitors, so to find out more and enquire about exhibiting please do get in touch with our team, and we'll be happy to help you.