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EXCITING NEWS! THE UK GARAGE AND BODYSHOP EVENT 2024 IS JUST AROUND THE CORNER, AND WE’RE THRILLED TO HAVE YOU JOIN US!

Get ready for two days filled with expert training, live demos, and the latest tech tailor-made for your business. With 15 training hubs, demonstration zones, lounges and parties, these days will be the highlight of your year. Mark your calendar for the 5th and 6th June to put your. Garage and Bodyshop business in the driving seat. Register today.

WHAT’S ON BODYSHOP TRAINING HUB

In association with Bodyshop Magazine, these sessions will provide the latest updates, advice and technical innovations for the UK’s Collision Repair sector. Covering ADAS, body repair, EV repair, paint, refinishing, BS10125 and more.

COLLISION REPAIR LIVE TRAIL

Live demonstrations from leading suppliers to the UK repair sector will ensure bodyshop visitors get first-hand experience of the latest products and techniques to help them perform their tasks more effectively and efficiently. On display will be a range of demos covering paint & sprayguns, refinishing, polishing, plastic repair, dent pulling, welding, and more!

BODYSHOP LOUNGE

Hosted by Bodyshop Magazine, the Bodyshop Lounge will be a meeting and networking hub for collision repair visitors, and a place where the ‘who’s who’ of the sector will be sure to congregate.

NEW VEHICLE DETAILING LIVE

In Association with the UK Detailing Academy (UKDA), Vehicle Detailing

Live is the focal point and networking hub for the UK’s burgeoning professional Detailing community. The hub presents an opportunity to get hands-on with a range of demos covering Leather Repair, Scratch & Chip Repair, Valeting, PPF and more.

NEW: BODY REPAIR LIVE

An opportunity for visitors to access expert collision repair demonstrations, showcasing the latest tools and developments for body repair and refinishing within our fully operational spraybooth and demo zone courtesy of Masterflo UK.

BODYSHOP BUZZ SOCIAL

BODYSHOPBUZZ is a FREE networking party that will take place during happy hour at the NEC on the first evening of the event. Drinks reception, in association with The Refinishing Crew Facebook group, will run from 4:00pm-6:00pm in the Bodyshop Lounge.

UK GARAGE & BODYSHOP EVENT STUDENT PROGRAMME

The UK Garage & Bodyshop Event partners with Autotech Group to engage the next generation of Automotive professionals. The need to attract and retain talent within the sector has never been stronger, and this programme provides students with an opportunity to experience firsthand the array of exciting opportunities on offer within an increasingly complex sector.

REFUEL & RECHARGE LOUNGE

The largest seating space on the show floor, coupled with catering options and a bar for visitors to take a well-earned break in a relaxed and informal setting. Take five to take stock of your discoveries, plan your next moves or to catch up with peers.

BODYSHOP TALENT HUB

Visitors to the Bodyshop Talent Hub stand, which is jointly hosted by NBRA, Thatcham Research, and Autoraise, can expect a wealth of opportunities and information tailored to those interested in the automotive industry. Attendees can gain valuable insights into the automotive repair industry, explore career opportunities, and receive guidance on how to kickstart their journey in this dynamic field.

200 exhibitors, 3 training hubs, 180 exhibitors, 15 training hubs, demonstration zones, lounges and parties

The UK’s dedicated event delivering tools, training and technology for garages, bodyshops and detailers

Dedicated Bodyhop Hub and Live Demonstrations for the Collision Repair & Bodyshop Sector will cater for the UK’s bodyshop owners, spray paint and body repair specialists.

Bodyshop & Collion Repair

Bodyshop Hub

Body Repair Live

Workshop Training Hub

Sponsored by

exhibitors, 5,000 visitors, 2 days, hubs, 2 Live feature areas

Vehicle Detailing Live

In association with UK Detailing Academy, Vehicle Detailing live will be a focal point for UK detailing community hosting a programme of demonstrations and networking opportunities.

Garages

Dedicated Training Hubs and features that attract the UK Service & Repair sector, including independent and franchise garages, fast fitters & MOT centers.

Bodyshop

Talent Hub

Visitors to our stand (H10) which is jointly hosted by NBRA, Thatcham Research, and Autoraise at the UKGBE event can expect a wealth of opportunities and information tailored to those interested in the automotive industry. Here’s a brief overview of what each company offers but with a joint approach:

1. NBRA (National Body Repair Association):

• NBRA will provide insights into the automotive repair industry.

• Visitors can learn about apprenticeship opportunities within the industry.

• Guidance will be available on starting a career as a painter, panel beater, estimator, and other roles.

• NBRA experts will offer advice on career paths, training programs, and skill development.

2. Thatcham Research:

• Thatcham Research are the Automotive Risk Intelligence company who specialise in vehicle safety and repair standards.

• Visitors can take advantage of Thatcham Research’s expertise around safe, secure, and sustainable mobility.

• Speak to our experts about Thatcham Research’s Industryleading apprentice programme delivery and discover what training in the industry looks like.

• Get expert guidance and advice on modern inclusive careers and training for people aged 16-65+.

3. Autoraise:

• Autoraise is dedicated to promoting careers in the automotive repair industry.

• Visitors can discover apprenticeship opportunities and pathways to enter the industry.

• Autoraise will provide resources and advice on various roles within automotive repair and restoration.

• Experts will be available to discuss career development, training options, and industry trends.

By visiting our stand (H10), attendees can gain valuable insights into the automotive repair industry, explore career opportunities, and receive guidance on how to kickstart their journey in this dynamic field.

Look out for spin the wheel with opportunities to win some BIG

PRIZES!

Brake change challenge:

Attendees will also have the opportunity to win great prizes with us, either through the UK Garage & Bodyshop ‘Spin to Win’ wheel where they can get tonnes of great merchandise, or they can be put through their paces on our ‘Brake Change Challenge’ at the stand where, if they can set the fastest time for changing the brakes on our specially built rig, they will win two VIP racing tickets!

Items for the Spin the Wheel from Bilstein:

• febi or Blue Print digital thermal flask –these are thermally insulated and designed to retain temperature for up to 8 hours, users can see the indication on the digital display on the top displaying temperature of liquid inside with traffic light system indicator to inform user at a glance if the liquid is of drinking temperature if hot.

• febi or blue print golf umbrella –these are designed with ease of use in mind, one touch open and full carbon fibre handle all supplied in a slide over cover with carry strap.

• febi or blue print cap – high quality caps, perfect for those sunny days this summer!

BODYSHOP HUB PROGRAMME

WEDNESDAY 5 JUNE - DAY 1

10:00 - 10:25

10:30 - 10:55

11:00 - 11:25

BS10125 CPD Solution by the IMI

Sustainable Profitability

Adrian Ball, Marketing Director North Europe, PPG

11:30 - 11:55

The Devil is in the Detail

Mike Lewis, Automotive Aftermarket Sales Manager, INDASA Abrasives UK

12:00 - 12:45

Modern Vehicles; Effective Remote Diagnostic Solutions for Collision Repair?

Mr Neil Hilton, Technical Sales Director, Core Diagnostics

Panel Discussion: Addressing the Talent Gap

12:45 - 13:15

LUNCH BREAK

13:45 - 14:10

14:15 - 14:40

14:45 - 15:30

Collision Parts: the power to procure profitably.

Ian Beasley, Collision National Accounts, LKQ

13:15 - 13:40

Professional development made simple

Dean Lander, Head of Repair Sector Services, Thatcham, UK

16:00 - 17:00

Energising Efficiency: Unlocking energy

savings with Octoral

Paul Buckingham, Market Manager, UK & Ireland

Panel: Mind the Skills Gap

10:00 - 10:25

BODYSHOP HUB PROGRAMME

THURSDAY 6 JUNE - DAY 2

Professional development made simple

Dean Lander, Head of Repair Sector Services, Repair Sector Services, Thatcham, UK

10:30 - 10:55

11:00 - 11:25

Energising Efficiency: Unlocking energy savings with Octoral

Paul Buckingham, Market Manager, UK & Ireland

11:30 - 11:55

12:00 - 12:30

Modern Vehicles; Effective Remote Diagnostic Solutions for Collision Repair?

Mr Neil Hilton, Technical Sales Director, Core Diagnostics

Collision Parts: the power to procure profitably.

Ian Beasley, Collision National Accounts, LKQ

Enabling the Detailing Profession in the UK

Rich March, Director of Training, Education Partner UK Detailing Academy

13:00 - 13:25

BS10125 CPD Solution by the IMI

13:00 - 13:55

The Devil is in the Detail

Mike Lewis, Automotive Aftermarket Sales Manager, INDASA Abrasives UK

12:30 - 13:00

LUNCH BREAK

14:30 - 14:55

Sustainable Profitability

Adrian Ball, Marketing Director North Europe, PPG

WHEELARM - B70

WheelArm is the latest innovation from On Board Defence Ltd. a wheel stowing system designed to fit to 2 post vehicle ramp lift arms, improving safety and efficiency in a garage, workshop or bodyshop. Protecting against injury by eliminating lowering and lifting of vehicle wheels when removed, securely stowing them on the vehicle ramp, thus reducing trip hazards and saving time during wheel handling.

PRIMROSE RADARJ10

Book and Manage all ADAS related operations within your organisation with our new app.

INDASA ABRASIVES - K20

NDASA Mixing System

NEW product launch - professional mixing system, designed to transform paint application in the bodyshop.

SOLO SPRAYERS LTD - J46

We will have the new 360 Degree Spraying Range which enables the sprayers to be used upside down. We will also be showcasing the new Battery Range of Sprayers - no more pumping to gain pressure.

HANDS ON DEMOS AND TRAINING

3D GROUP: AUTOMOTIVE LOCKSMITH SUPPLIES & OSCA DIAGNOSTICS - G20

Throughout the show 3D Group will be demonstrating

• Key Cutting

• Lock Picking

• Key Programming

• How Cloud Vehicle Diagnostics can help your workshop

ALLIANCE AUTOMOTIVE GROUP - H40

Throughout the event we will be showcasing our extensive NAPA product range alongside our Garage Networks, AutoCare and United Garage Services, providing attendees with a unique opportunity for live demonstrations and technical seminars.

CAR BENCH - H50

Car Bench Contact Evolution latest Measuring software enables the operator to quickly measure a vehicle to properly diagnose and identify damages without lifting the vehicle or putting it on a Jig Bench. This process ensures a Correct First Inspection reducing additional estimates. The process will take maximum 7 minutes.

ABSOLUTE ALIGNMENT - G28

Absolute Alignment will be showcasing its latest Bluetooth Lite wheel aligner which is designed specfically for workshops where space is at a premium. This flexible device can be moved between two-post, four-post and scissor lifts or can be used with inground inspection pits, making it suitable for many workshops that have traditionally been unable to profit from wheel alignment.

GALLAGHER MOTOR TRADE INSURANCE & RISK MANAGEMENT - H32

The Gallagher team will be running no obligation, complimentary cyber health checks on the day. Find out in the strictest of confidence where your vulnerabilities are. Come along to the Gallagher stand to chat to our team of specialists and find out more.”

LKQ - H20

LKQ will have a variety of product & training demonstrations on their stand including:

• Show and tell on Paintless Dent Removal (PDR) process

• Touch and feel on interior repair (plastic & fabric)

• Virtual Reality – our new welding interactive challenge with the chance of winning £250 worth of vouchers!

• Collision – digital interactive screen for technical drawings showing our breadth of range and availability….. plus touch and feel parts!

• LKQ Academy – demos on Bodyshop’s new skills assessment.

HANDS ON DEMOS AND TRAINING

PPG INDUSTRIES UK LTD - L18

PPG will be demonstrating its market leading digital innovation tools PPG LINQ and MoonWalk on stand L18 throughout the event. Colour matching has never been easier, quicker and more accurate than with PPG LINQ. Repairers will get hands on with PPG DigiMatch and PPG VisualizID, the new state of the art hardware that enables repairers to reduce their need for physical sprayout cards thanks to PPG VisuaulizID’s true representation virtual sprayout cards.

PPG will also be showcasing its One Visit Low Energy Repair Process in a live paint application demonstration. This demo will include:

• Deltron DP7000 Air Dry Primer which can reduce repairer’s energy consumption by up to 65% compared to normal application standards.

• Envirobase High Performance with the brand new One Visit Modifier that converts the process to a wet on wet application.

• Deltron D8177 Rapid Performance Clearcoat which gives repairers the choice of air drying at 20°C or baking at 40°C or 60°C.

SELSON - K44

Selson air jacks are a unique design that uses compressed air to raise and lower motor vehicles quickly and easily. Their safety, reliability and speed make Selson air jacks the ideal choice for underbody servicing, wheel alignment, tyre replacement services and body repair work. We’ll have our Selson Ute on the stand and we’ll be demonstrating the Selson Jacks.

HANDS ON DEMOS AND TRAINING

SHERWIN WILLIAMS - M20

• Octoral Smart Repair System – a smart solution that delivers efficiency to your repair schedule, helping to accelerate sales and reduce key-to-key-times.

• Octoral PF345 Rapid Surfacer – a fast-air-drying primer that removes the need for spray booth baking, helping increase throughput while offering huge saving opportunities.

VIEZU TECHNOLOGIES LTD - J52

On both days VIEZU Technologies will be demonstrating their products on their stand J52

10am - Alientech KESS3 and ECM - Demonstration of how the KESS3 tuning tool works including Bench & Boot connection and the uses of the ECM Software

11am - Autotuner - Demonstration of how the Autotuner tuning tool works including Bench & Boot connection

1pm - EVC WinOLS5 - Demonstration of how to use EVC WinOLS and it’s application in vehicle tuning

2pm - bFlash - Demonstration of how the bFlash tuning tool works including Bench & Boot connection and extended features of the tool

3pm - Magic Motorsport Flex and StageX - Demonstration of how the Magic Motorsport Flex tuning tool works including Bench & Boot connection and the uses of the StageX Software.

TERSOSON - L28

TEROSON will be demonstrating its seam sealing products, showing visitors how to replicate OEM seams on a real car body. Visitors to the stand will also have the opportunity to try and replicate an OEM seam on the vehicle using the TEROSON system. Our experienced staff manning the stand will also be able to demonstrate and give advice on products from the whole TEROSON range.

ALLTHINGSCX - G6

Discover the benefits of the collaboration between AllThingsCX and the National Bodyshop Repairer Association (NBRA) and unlock an exclusive offer tailored for NBRA members.

Exclusive Pricing for NBRA Members

Get exclusive access to our suite of tools to boost your operations and customer experiences. Enjoy advanced telephony features at a fraction of the regular price.

CORE DIAGNOSTICS - F12

Free of charge

Core Remote Interface complete with Rugged Tablet and 4G Mobile WiFi with any ADAS Kit ordered at the show. Value over £1200.

CORE DIAGNOSTICS - F12

£100 discount on a Core Remote Interface plus free of charge 4G Mobile WiFi.

PRIMROSE RADAR - J10

To launch our new APP all subscribers of booking APP during event qualify for free ADAS programing when required with Calibrations.

LKQ - H20

Register to receive 10% off training courses (exc. Memberships).

MOBIL - F50

Sign up for FREE to the Mobil Service Centre Loyalty programme at the Garage & Bodyshop Show and receive 200 sign up points

• An independent UK garage network offering a superior service using only Mobil lubricants

• The Mobil Service Centre programme is designed to give quality independent workshops what they need to gain and retain loyal customers.

• Buy 400L of Mobil Lubricants and receive a FREE welcome pack, which includes signage, floor mats, seat covers, jugs, certificate and more…

DEALS & DISCOUNTS

PARTSXCHANGE - E6

AP AUTO LTD - F18

£100 saving when you order any CTR or Oksys air-conditioning service machine at the show.

£50 saving when you order any Thinkcar diagnostic tool at the show.

Anyone who registers at the time of the event gains free access to the desktop version (normally £25 per month).

SOLO SPRAYERS LTD - J46

Battery operated Sprayers and Trade Discount available for resellers and Retailers. All end users can get 10% off RRP’s on line with discount code to be confirmed after the event and when we have their details.

WALCOM - L4

Walcom will be offering Free postage and packaging on all orders at the show .

WHEELARM - B70

Wheelarm will be offering 10% discount on all orders at the show.

ALLTHINGSCX - G6

Win a pair of Apple AirPods on either day by correctly guessing how many jelly beans are in our telephone box.

LKQ - H20

The Bodyshop stand will be holding a virtual reality welding interactive challenge over the two days and the winner will take away a £250 lifestyle voucher.

WALCOM - L4

Simply leave a business card in our jar on the welcome desk one lucky winner will be picked at the end of the event 360 True Light Evo Meter Value: £431.94.

NITERRA (UK) LTD - H38

Go head to head on ‘Stop the Clock’ for a chance to enter the draw for a seat on a ride along rally drive on M-Sport’s Passenger Ride Day.

CORE DIAGNOSTICS - F12

Core Remote Challenge... an interactive game to test your speed in selecting the correct remote service function, you will be against the clock and the fastest score of the day will win an Apple watch.

Latest Apple Watch each day of the event.

Valued over £400. Winner will be announce at 4pm each day.

GALLAGHER MOTOR TRADE INSURANCE & RISK MANAGEMENT - H32

Can you play your cards right? Come along to the Gallagher stand to be in with a chance of winning some rugby goodies. All you need to do is guess higher or lower across the board to win!

KINGFISHER MOTOR TRADE - J44

Come and visit us for our retro arcade games competition! Our Kingfisher arcade machine will transport our visitors back in time, with the opportunity to get the highest score possible on three classic arcade games, including the iconic Pac-Man!

We’ve got three prizes in store for the highest scorers:

1st - Porsche 911 RSR Lego Technic set

2nd - Fortnum and Mason Hamper worth over £100

3rd - £100 John Lewis voucher

VIKA DPA DIAMOND PERFORMANCE FOR AUTO - G2

We are running a competition on stand to guess the meaning of the VIKA brand and if a tie you need to guess the exact number of items we stock in the 3 brands. If you leave your business card details with your guesses you will be entered into a prize draw to win £100 of love to shop vouchers.

COMPETITIONS

MANN + HUMMEL - B30

£10,000 Lucky Dip prize pit, Visit the MANN+HUMMEL stand for your chance to with a mystery prize.

Prizes include Kettles, Bluetooth Speakers, Phone Chargers, Water Bottles, Beanie Hats, Mugs and other fantastic merchandise and goodies.

NITERRA (UK) LTD - H38

Go head to head on ‘Stop the Clock’ for a chance to enter the draw for a seat on a ride along rally drive on M-Sport’s Passenger Ride Day.

SHERWIN WILLIAMS - M20

Visit us on stand M20 to be in with a chance to win a Octoral Rapid Surfacer Kit and Sagola custom Sherwin-Williams spray gun 2.5L Rapid Surfacer Hardener).

ENTERTAINMENT

SHERWIN WILLIAMSM20

Octoral enthusiast and Smart Repair influencer, Wayne Beardmore (@ DamagedUndone) will be on the stand , talking about the Octoral Smart Repair System and the Octoral PF345 Rapid Surfacer.

SHERWIN

WILLIAMSM20

Sherwin-Williams restored Bullitt Mustang – newly restored Ford Bullitt Mustang, the car will be owned and driven by CAR SOS & TV Presenter Tim Shaw.

LKQ - H20

LKQ will be bringing a selection of their own experts to their stand throughout the show including:

Ian Beasley will talk about the Bodyshop Hub, Collision, and Connectivity

• Industry leading Tech and Training team;

- Lee Berridge; our Sustainability & Technical veteran

- Lee Smedley; our mastermind on all things technical

- Jason Luter; our Intelligent Repair Maestro (there is nothing this man doesn’t know!)

• Our Collision team will be demystifying the (low) perception of non-OEM supplied parts, showcasing our range, availability, quality and savings (all industry challenges posted in ABP survey & our own customer survey).

• More will be revealed on the day!