IMI Events
Join us at one of our fantastic events
We host events for members centred on professional development and networking in the automotive sector, including the IMI Annual Dinner, webinars, and regional networking, offering insights on industry trends, regulations, and best practices.
Regional Member Event
We're pleased to invite IMI members to a summer BBQ at the IMI’s Head Office in Hertfordshire.
Come along and hear directly from senior IMI leaders, including IMI CEO Nick Connor FIMI and Rose Butterworth FIMI, who will share insights into the IMI’s strategic priorities and direction. We will also be joined by IMI Vice President John Neill CBE, FIMI who will deliver a focused session on the impact of AI in the Automotive sector, alongside an update on Automated Vehicles legislation from IMI Government Affairs Lead, Hayley Pells AAE FIMI.
The event will conclude with a relaxed networking barbecue lunch in the stunning Fanshaw Gardens, an ideal opportunity to connect with fellow members and the IMI team.
A full agenda will be released closer to the time.
Upcoming Events
ADAS: How Sensors Sense the World
Date: Thursday 21st May 2026
Time: 12:00 - 13:00
Location: AAE & CAE Webinar
UK Garage & Bodyshop
Date: Wednesday 03rd - Thursday 04th June 2026
Time: 09:30 - 16:30
Location: NEC Birmingham
Tyre Technology – Why tyres are not just black and round
Date: Thursday 04th June 2026
Time: 12:00 - 13:00
Location: Webinar
Driving Sales Excellence: The BOSS Strategy
Date: Wednesday 10th June 2026
Time: 18:45 - 19:45
Location: Webinar
Health, Wellbeing and Support for the Automotive Community
Date: Monday 15th June 2026
Time: 12:00 - 13:00
Location: Webinar
Take a look at our previous events from this year...
IMI Annual Dinner and Awards
We celebrated automotive excellence with some of the best and brightest working in the sector. Take a look at all of our shortlists and winners.
Commercial Vehicle Show
The IMI is proud to support the commercial vehicle industry - from apprenticeships and qualifications to professional recognition and lifelong career development.
Automechanika and Motorvate
Introducing 'Motorvate' - an exciting, not-for-profit showcase set to run alongside Automechanika Birmingham, showcasing automotive as an exciting, tech-driven industry.