WHEN: 

Tuesday, September 8, 2026 – Saturday, September 12, 2026

WHERE: 

Messe Frankfurt 
Ludwig-Erhard-Anlage 1,
60327 Frankfurt am Main
Germany

CONTACT:

IDA Germany Chapter
Marvin Mieth, CD-SV
Lars Pickhardt, CD-SV

TRADESHOW REGISTRATION:

Show information, tickets, schedules are available here.

EVENT DESCRIPTION:

Get connected with the future of the automotive service industry at the leading trade fair Automechanika Frankfurt. As an international meeting place for the industry, dealership trade and maintenance and repair segment, it provides a major platform for business and technological knowledge transfer.

IDA at SEMA Sponsorships

Be an integral part of the IDA's showing at SEMA in November 2026! We will once again host our annual Meet & Greet, a fun, low-key gathering of hundreds of the most highly engaged detailing professionals in the industry. There is a wide variety of opportunities available so everybody can take advantage and demonstrate your support for the IDA, while getting your company in front of event attendees from around the world.

All SEMA sponsorship opportunities are time sensitive and offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Download the registration form as a PDF.

IDA at SEMA Meet & Greet Event Sponsorship
$1,837.50 ea. / Three (3) sponsorships available
Sponsors will receive recognition at the IDA Meet & Greet Event and a mention on all IDA SEMA-related communications. Your logo will also appear on related webpages, social media outlets, and in emails promoting the event.

IDA at SEMA Meet & Greet Bar Signage Sponsorship Exclusive!
SOLD OUT
Sponsor will receive banner/signage behind the bar at the IDA Meet & Greet Event.

IDA at SEMA Meet & Greet T-shirt Sponsorship New!
$787.50 ea. / Two (2) sponsorships available
Sponsors will have their logo placed on a T-shirt given to attendees of the IDA Meet & Greet Event.

IDA at SEMA Meet & Greet Table Sponsorship
$472.50 ea. / Four (4) sponsorships available
Sponsors will receive a swag table at the IDA Meet & Greet Event to provide giveaway items.

IDA at SEMA Meet & Greet Cocktail Napkins Sponsorship
$262.50 ea. / One (1) sponsorship available
Sponsors will have their logo placed on cocktail napkins at the IDA Meet & Greet Event.

Thank you to the IDA at SEMA sponsors!

IDA Meet & Greet Event Sponsors

IDA Meet & Greet Bar Signage Sponsor

IDA Meet & Greet T-shirt Sponsor

IDA Meet & Greet Cocktail Napkin Sponsor

Thank you to our Title Sponsor:

Event Overview*:

• Education Day – Two IDA Tracks: Thursday, January 29, 2026, 10:00 am – 4:45 pm**
• IDA Awards Gala and Annual Business Meeting: Friday, January 30, 2026, 5:30 – 7:30 pm
• IDA Exhibit Booth #2102: Friday, January 30 – Saturday, January 31, 2026
• IDA Certification Event: Friday, January 30 – Saturday, January 31, 2026
• IDA at MTE Sponsorships: Support the IDA and promote your business!
• IDA Supplier Member Scavenger Hunt and Prize Giveaway: Visit supplier member booths and complete other activities for your chance to win prizes

Let us know what you're up to at MTE! Use our official hashtags, #IDAatMTE and #IDAdetailers, and tag us on Facebook (@internationaldetailingassociation) and Instagram (@idadetailers) in your posts.

Present a Session for Education Day

Are you interested in sharing your expertise with the detailing community and plan on attending Mobile Tech Expo (MTE) in Orlando, Florida, February 10–13, 2027? Present an educational session on IDA's behalf for MTE Education Day on Thursday, February 11, 2027!

If interested, please submit a Speaker Proposal Form here (member login required). All submissions will be reviewed by the IDA Events & Education Committee. Members will be notified of whether or not they have been selected to present by mid-October.

Submissions must include:

• Title of your presentation (can be a working title)
• Speaker bio (3-6 sentences) and headshot/professional photo
• Abstract/presentation summary (150 words minimum)
• Three (3) learning objectives
• Presentation language and target audience
• Your previous speaking experience

Submission Deadline: Friday, September 4, 2026, 12 pm Central

For inquiries, reach out to us at info@the-ida.com.

Don't miss this chance to educate and engage with fellow industry professionals at MTE 2027!

Submit your proposal 👉

IDA at MTE Sponsorships

All MTE sponsorship opportunities are time-sensitive and will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Please take a moment to consider the opportunities below, knowing that they are an invaluable investment in your company and our organization! Sign up directly through the links below.

Download the registration form as a PDF.

Thank you for your support of the IDA!

• IDA "Kitchen Sink" Sponsorship ($8,400) EXCLUSIVE! - SOLD OUT
• IDA at MTE Title Sponsorship ($3,307.50 ea.) - Three (3) sponsorships available
• IDA Awards Gala & Annual Business Meeting Reception Sponsorship ($2,205.00 ea.) - Three (3) sponsorships available
• IDA Awards Gala Reserved Table Sponsorship ($262.50 ea.) - Choose preferred location during checkout
  
• IDA at MTE Education Day Session Sponsorship ($551.25 ea.) - Nine (9) sponsorships available
  

Please contact the IDA Central Office at info@the-ida.com if you have any questions or would like more information.