The first half of 2025 is full of training events for the automotive locksmith. The year began in March with the 2025 Locksmith Pro Expo in Dallas, sponsored by distributors Key Innovations and UHS Hardware. Listed below are several more events planned for this spring. And save the date for the ALOA Security Expo, Aug. 3-9 in Orlando, which will include a full lineup of automotive and other locksmithing classes. Check with your local distributor and the manufacturers of your equipment for additional opportunities.
April 5: American Key Supply 3rd Annual Trade Show and Locksmith Swap Meet
This event, which is not exclusively for automotive but definitely will include auto products, is scheduled for April 5 in Las Vegas. More info: https://akslink.com/2568
May 14-18: IAAL 2025 Auto Lock Show
From the International Association of Automotive Locksmiths: Rev up your engines and zoom over to Cedar Rapids, Iowa, on May 14-18, 2025, for the ultimate car locksmith and security shindig! Get ready to revamp your skills with a lineup of automotive locksmith classes from rookie to pro level. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, this event is your pit stop for growth. Rub shoulders with industry gurus, mingle with fellow locksmiths, and stay on the fast track in the world of car locksmithing.
Three full days of education will be offered, as well as a Friday evening kickoff party and the Saturday Expo with lunch on the Expo Floor.
The location is the Doubletree by Hilton Hotel and Conference Center in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
Registration is open and classes fill quickly. Register at https://www.aloamembers.org/index.php
June 2-6: Southern Lock Education Expo
Save the date for Southern Lock and Supply’s annual education expo, planned for June 2-6 at the Hyatt Place, St. Petersburg, Florida. Show info will be posted online at https://www.southernlock.com/tradeshow/exhibitors.
American Key Supply Locksmith Academy
American Key Supply’s Locksmith Academy has set 2025 dates for some of its popular classes at its Las Vegas headquarters.
Classes and dates include:
Hands-On Lishi Training, May 1, June 5, Sept. 25, Oct. 9 and Oct. 23.
Auto Locksmithing for Beginners, Feb. 28-March 1 and Sept. 27-28
Auto Locksmith Training Blitz, April 3-5 and Sept. 26-27
IM608/AutoProPAD/J2534, May 2-3
Jaguar/Land Rover Locksmithing, May 16-17
Automotive Locksmith Company Ownership Growth & Success, June 6-7
Mercedes & BMW Locksmithing, Aug. 22-23
Motorcycle Locksmithing, Oct. 10-11
VW/Audi Locksmithing, Oct. 24-25
Advanced Troubleshooting & J2534 Module Programming for Automotive Locksmiths, TBD
More info: americankeysupply.com/education
