Vehicle recycling and metal recovery concentrate a large share of operational innovation across environmental services. On 16 and 17 September the NEC in Birmingham hosts the CARS Complete Auto Recycling Show 2026 bringing equipment suppliers, dismantlers and metal processors together for two compact days.
Dates and venue for CARS Complete Auto Recycling Show 2026
The show runs on 16 and 17 September 2026 at the National Exhibition Centre NEC in Birmingham. Opening times are 09:30 to 16:30 on day one and 09:30 to 16:00 on day two. The NEC layout supports heavy equipment demonstrations and on-site logistics for machinery displays.
Who attends and the companies you will find at CARS 2026
CARS Complete Auto Recycling Show 2026 attracts vehicle dismantlers, authorised treatment facilities, spare parts traders, scrap metal merchants and ferrous and non-ferrous processors. As part of ESS Expo the event also draws suppliers focused on broader environmental services and waste management solutions.
Programme highlights at the NEC
Expect live dismantling demonstrations, exhibition areas with the latest metals recovery equipment and a seminar agenda addressing operational and technical aspects of vehicle recycling. The schedule features networking experiences including RWM Connect on the opening evening which gathers waste, recycling and energy professionals for focused post-show networking.
Key figures for the edition
Organisers highlight attendance of over 3,500 industry professionals and participation by more than 45 exhibitors. Past editions recorded 2,494 meetings among CARS and MRE participants and more than 40 expert speakers contributed to the seminar programme.
Practical tips to prepare B2B prospecting at CARS Complete Auto Recycling Show 2026
Set clear objectives for each day and for every exhibitor you plan to visit. Prepare concise technical dossiers that address processing capacity, material yields and installation requirements. In live demos have comparative performance data ready to discuss run rates and footprint. Schedule meetings in advance using the exhibitor list and block time for RWM Connect to follow up informally after stand visits.
Bring commercial terms in writing and case studies that demonstrate operational impact. Prioritise conversations that resolve technical doubts quickly so procurement decisions can move forward within short trade show cycles.
Closing note with official link
CARS Complete Auto Recycling Show 2026 concentrates the equipment and commercial conversations that shape vehicle recycling operations in the UK and Europe. Confirm your free ticket and plan your visit via the official website to secure meetings and access the exhibitor information https://www.ess-expo.co.uk/cars-mre
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