Latin Tyre & Auto Parts Expo 2025 Wraps Up with Over 600 Exhibitors and 7,000 Visitors in Panama City

Panama City, Panama – The Latin Tyre & Auto Parts Expo 2025 concluded successfully at the Panama Convention Center, reaffirming its position as Latin America’s largest B2B trade show for auto parts, tires, and lubricants. The three-day event attracted over 650 leading exhibitors and more than 6,000 automotive professionals from around the world.

This powerhouse B2B gathering brought together manufacturers, distributors, retailers, and service providers to explore cutting-edge technologies, discover innovative products, and forge strategic business connections that are shaping the future of the Latin American automotive industry.

The Expo opened with a ceremonial ribbon-cutting, led by Gustavo Lima, CEO, and featured special guests including Gloria de León, Panama’s Minister of Tourism, and Salo Shamah, Director General of PROMTUR Panamá. Also in attendance were diplomatic officials, chamber representatives, and government delegates from across the region.

Expert-Led Conferences Take Center Stage

Day Two of the Expo featured a dynamic conference series, delivering exclusive insights into emerging trends, mobility innovation, and the impact of artificial intelligence in the automotive ecosystem.

Featured Speakers Included:

• David Wei, Latin America Sales Director, Sailun Tire

• David Shaw, Founder, Tire Industry Research

• Eduardo Minardi, Founder, Minardi Global

• Jose Moreno, Automotive Tire Service Manager, Tire Industry Association

• David Stevens, Managing Director, Tire Retread & Repair Information Bureau (TRIB)

• Alejandro Yépez, Director, Aftermarket Division LATAM, DENSO Products and Services Americas

• Antoni Diestre, Director Autotecnic LATAM, Benitomo World – GroupAuto Member

• Sandra Alvarez, Director, GroupAuto Central America, Colombia, Ecuador & Venezuela – Benitomo World

• Manuel Castelló Monzonis & Daniel Acosta Castro, LATAM Team, Sash Lubricants / Diproaut

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Powering the Region’s Automotive Business

The Latin Tyre & Auto Parts Expo remains the premier B2B platform for driving growth, innovation, and investment in Latin America’s fast-growing automotive sector. With Panama’s strategic location as a logistical hub, the event continues to offer unparalleled access to key regional markets and distribution channels.

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Mark your calendars!

The 2026 edition of the Latin Tyre & Auto Parts Expo will take place August 12-14, 2026, once again at the Panama Convention Center.

For more information, visit: www.latintyreautopartsexpo.com