Complete Auto Recycling Show (CARS) Birmingham

The Complete Auto Recycling Show (CARS) is Europe’s leading trade fair for vehicle recycling, dismantling, and metal recovery – a unique industry event dedicated to addressing the challenges and opportunities of sustainable mobility.

Held annually at the renowned National Exhibition Centre (NEC) in Birmingham, the highly specialised event is organised by Roar B2B Limited, a seasoned provider of forward-looking B2B events. CARS is a key part of the Environmental Services & Solutions Expo.

At the core of the exhibition are cutting-edge systems, machinery, and technologies for the automotive and recycling sectors, as well as solutions for metal recovery and the processing of end-of-life vehicles. The programme is complemented by innovations in waste management, resource efficiency, renewable energy, hydrogen technologies, clean fuels, and energy generation from secondary raw materials.

The event focuses on three pressing and future-defining themes: Net Zero, Biodiversity, and the Circular Economy. Companies offer practical insights into how they are reducing emissions, the importance of biodiversity to the industry, and the technologies and business models that enable a functional circular economy.

CARS attracts professionals from the automotive, recycling, environmental technology, energy, mechanical engineering, logistics, and waste management sectors. It also serves as a platform for policymakers, research institutions, start-ups, and investors engaged in shaping the future of mobility and circular economies. Key attendees include executives, technical leads, and sustainability professionals from across Europe.

More than just a meeting point for industry experts, CARS is a showcase for innovation. Live demonstrations, technical workshops, and diverse networking opportunities make it one of the most dynamic platforms for sustainable vehicle recycling. It offers best-practice examples alongside space for new collaborations and visionary ideas.

With its excellent infrastructure, the NEC provides the ideal venue – conveniently located near the international airport and well connected to the UK’s rail and motorway networks. As a traditional industrial hub in the heart of England, Birmingham reinforces the event’s strong connection to Europe’s automotive and recycling industries.

CARS is much more than a trade fair – it is a key event for everyone committed to actively shaping the transformation of mobility.

The Complete Auto Recycling Show (CARS) will take place on 2 days from Wednesday, 17. September to Thursday, 18. September 2025 in Birmingham.