Up Yours
-2026-
A full day of specialist training across diagnostics and business. Two tracks, one goal — helping you get better at what you do.
Saturday 16th May 2026
Bridgwater, Somerset
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10 Expert Sessions
Two events running simultaneously — diagnostic and business — with 10 total sessions across the day.
Industry-Leading Speakers
Each speaker has been chosen for what they know best. Focused, specialist knowledge you can trust and apply.
Full Day + Evening
Lunch, refreshments all day, plus dinner and live music at The Canalside — all included.
Community & Networking
Spend the day with people who get it. Whether it’s comparing diagnostic approaches or talking shop over lunch — this is your crowd.
ABOUT THE EVENT
The Best Garages Invest In Themselves
Training and development is at the heart of what we do at Tech Topics. Up Yours 2026 brings together the automotive industry’s sharpest minds for a full day of no-nonsense, practical training you can put to work on Monday morning.
Whether you’re a diagnostic technician wanting to sharpen your diagnostic skills, or a garage owner looking to run a tighter business — this event is built for you.
Two dedicated tracks
Hands-on practical content
No-bull training style
Networking with 120+ professionals
CHOOSE YOUR EVENT
Two Events, One Unforgettable Day
Select the event that matches your role
Up Your Diagnostics
For technicians & diagnostic specialists
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£340
per person · +VAT
Six expert sessions from leading automotive trainers. Follow up-to-date technological advancements, live experiments and myth-busting knowledge drops by the best in the business.
6 expert diagnostic sessions
Evening social with dinner & live band
Lunch & refreshments
Q&A in each session
Session recordings & materials
Up Your Business
For garage owners, managers & front of house
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£340
per person · +VAT
Four focused sessions on the business side of running a modern garage. From pricing strategies to team retention — practical tools you can deploy immediately.
4 expert business sessions
Evening social with dinner & live band
Lunch & refreshments
Q&A in each session
Session recordings & materials
YOUR SPEAKERS
Meet The Experts
Select the event that matches your role
DIAGNOSTIC SPEAKERS
BUSINESS SPEAKERS
SCHEDULE
Full Day Schedule
Here’s how the day unfolds
TRACK RECORD
What Happened Last Time?
Dinner & Dancing
The Canalside, Bridgwater · From 6pm
After a full day of learning, head over to The Canalside for dinner, drinks and dancing. We’ll clear the tables for the live band — Snappa.
This is where the best conversations happen. No slides, no agendas — just good people, good food, and great music.
YOUR TICKET INCLUDES
Everything You Need For The Day
Lunch & Refreshments
Tea, coffee, soft drinks, Jaffa Cakes and lunch provided .
Networking
Connect with likeminded professionals in the industry and ask the experts your questions.
Evening Social
Dinner, drinks, socialising and live band at The Canalside from 6pm.
Free parking
On-site parking available at Technical Topics and The Canalside.
Resources
Login to TTHQ Remote after the event to get session recordings and experts materials.
Expert Q&A
Every session has time built in for questions. Leave fully understanding what you’ve learnt.
GOT QUESTIONS?
Frequently Asked Questions
Where Can I Park?
Technical Topics: There will be parking available on-site in our neighbours carparks. We’d advise walking or carpooling if possible.
The Canalside: There are two carparks, one closer to the doors and one as soon as you enter. There should be plenty of space. During the evening, gates to the carpark close at midnight. Cars can be left overnight and retrieved after 8am on Sunday.
Can I bring a plus one to the dinner?
Absolutely! Partners are welcome and encouraged. You can buy additional dinner tickets here:Â
Can I bring my team?
Will the events be live streamed?
Although we’ve live streamed in the past, we will no longer be streaming the events. Recordings will be available to those who purchased tickets after the event.
Can I attend both events?
No, the events are held at different locations and it’s one ticket per person.
Where is the best place to stay?
The best place to stay is the Premier Inn at Junction 24. It’s within walking distance of Technical Topics and The Canalside. We’d advise booking ASAP if you want to stay here.
Is lunch provided?
Yes, lunch and refreshments will be provided.
Those at Up Your Business will come to Technical Topics for lunch and then return to The Canalside.
Do I need to bring anything?
No, you don’t need to bring a thing. We’ll provide notebooks and stationary for the note-takers among you. You won’t need anything else.
VENUES
Getting There
Technical Topics, Bridgwater
Technical Topics
Unit F, Thistle Park, Crossways Road · Bridgwater, TA6 6LS
3 mins from M5 Junction 24. Free parking on-site.
Bridgwater station — 10 minute taxi ride.
We’ll send a recommended hotels list when you book.
The Canalside
The Canalside
Marsh Ln, Bridgwater TA6 6LQ
4 mins from M5 Junction 24. Free parking on-site.
Bridgwater station — 10 minute taxi ride.
We’ll send a recommended hotels list when you book.
Ready To Up Yours?
Training and development is at the heart of what we do at Tech Topics. Up Yours 2026 brings together the automotive industry’s sharpest minds for a full day of no-nonsense, practical training you can put to work on Monday morning.
Whether you’re a diagnostic technician wanting to sharpen your diagnostic skills, or a garage owner looking to run a tighter business — this event is built for you.