Complete Auto Recycling Show (CARS) 2026
CARS returns on 16-17 September 2026 at NEC Birmingham, bringing together the UK’s auto recycling and metals recycling sectors for two days of business, innovation and networking.
Part of the Environmental Services & Solutions Expo (ESS Expo), CARS is the go-to meeting place for vehicle dismantlers, authorised treatment facilities, scrap metal merchants, ferrous and non-ferrous processors, salvage operators, brokers, transporters and more.
In 2025 the event welcomed over 2,300 professionals, generated 1,640 leads and featured 26+ expert speakers – cementing its position as the number-one business exchange for the industry.
Whether you’re looking to source new technology, meet suppliers, or grow your client base, CARS offers unrivalled access to the complete auto and metals recycling supply chain under one roof.
Date: 16-17 September 2026 Location: NEC, Birmingham Opening Times: Wednesday 09:30-16:30 | Thursday 09:30-16:00
