Automechanika Brand

Messe Frankfurt Middle East is preparing for the biggest ever edition of Automechanika Dubai. Over 1,800 exhibitors from more than 60 countries and 20 national pavilions are expected from 2 to 4 October 2023. The topics of sustainability and the role of electric vehicles are in focus and are especially featured in the two new event formats Innovation4Mobility and the Lubricants Technology Conference.

Automechanika Johannesburg, South Africa's leading trade fair in the automotive aftermarket, took place from 5 to 7 September 2023. Premiere: For the first time, the show was presented together with Futuroad Expo, which enlarged the range of topics at Automechanika Johannesburg by trucks, buses and commercial vehicle body.

International players will present new solutions in alternative drives and innovative technologies for the automotive aftermarket at the next Automechanika Shanghai (29.11.-02.12.2023). A highlight is the Innovation4Mobility area with presentations, start-ups and networking opportunities.

For the fifth edition, the fair organised the outdoor festival Autofest@HCMC for the first time. The programme included a car service day, a drift and stunt show and a car audio competition by EMMA Vietnam. These offers were aimed at consumers and are intended to increase interest in automotive products and services.

As an established industry meeting place for the automotive aftermarket in Latin America, the show celebrated its 25th anniversary from 12 to 14 July 2023. This year, for the first time, the trade fair expanded to include the topic of Delivery Competence.  For this purpose, one area focused on parts, tools, equipment and services specifically developed for last-mile vehicles.