Automechanika 2025
Visit us at Automechanika and Motorvate
Driving the future of automotive professionals
Join the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) at Automechanika 2025 – the UK’s premier event for the automotive aftermarket – where we’ll be showcasing how we’re driving the future of automotive professionals with professional recognition and development, by supporting the sector with skills and standards, and nurturing the next generation of talent.
You can find the IMI at 3 stands across the exhibition.
Stand A50
Discover the IMI's manifesto and our commitment to the automotive sector: attract and recruit, retain and progress, skills for the future. Find out more about IMI membership, qualifications, IMI TechSafe, Insights by IMI and our policy work.
You can also join us for bite-sized, training sessions with our CPD partner, Delphi Technologies.
There's More to Motor stand (inside Motorvate)
Discover the IMI's There's More to Motor campaign and meet Real Voices as we invite the next generation to discover exciting career pathways across the automotive industry.
IMI Skills Competition Showcase (inside Motorvate)
Have a go at IMI Skills Competition-style tasks in this interactive session, with previous IMI Skills Competition winners. Gain insights into what it's like to take part in the competition, with daily prizes for the winners across the four competition streams: light vehicle technology, heavy vehicle technology, automotive refinishing and automotive body repair.
Join us for a panel session...
Futureproofing Your Workshop – Embracing New Technologies & Business Strategies
Workshop Hub: 3:30 – 13:55, Tuesday 3rd
The automotive repair and service industry is undergoing rapid change, with advancements in electric vehicles, ADAS, digitalisation, and evolving customer expectations. This session will provide garage owners and technicians with insights into key industry trends, the technology shaping the future, and practical steps to stay ahead in a competitive market.
Tackling the Talent Crisis – Securing the Future of the Automotive Aftermarket
Aftermarket Hub: 13:15 – 13:40, Wednesday 4th
The skills shortage in the automotive aftermarket is one of the biggest challenges facing the sector. This panel will explore the key drivers behind the talent crisis, from an aging workforce to changing skill demands driven by electrification and digitalisation. Our experts will discuss innovative strategies to attract, train, and retain the next generation of automotive professionals, ensuring businesses can thrive in an evolving industry.
Repair Revolution – Cultivating Skilled Talent for Tomorrow's Automotive Industry
Body Repair Live: 13:00 – 13:45, Thursday 5th
The collision repair sector faces unique challenges in attracting and retaining skilled professionals. This panel will examine the ongoing talent shortage and discuss how businesses can support apprenticeships, provide clear progression routes, and invest in the future workforce. Industry experts will share actionable strategies to develop talent pipelines and ensure long-term sustainability in the repair industry.