AAPEX 2025: Global Automotive Aftermarket Gathers in Las Vegas

Las Vegas, NV – The Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) 2025 will return to The Venetian Expo and Caesars Forum from Nov. 4-6, 2025. The trade only event unites the more than US$2.3 trillion global automotive aftermarket and is co owned by the Auto Care Association and MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers.

AAPEX features more than 2,500 exhibiting manufacturers and suppliers from over 40 countries, showcases products across 1,400+ categories and attracts approximately 47,000 targeted buyers from around 130 countries. Beyond the massive show floor, the exposition includes 100+ technical and business management training sessions, Joe's Garage – a 10 bay working auto shop – and dedicated stages for emerging technologies such as electric vehicles (EVs), advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and sustainability. Attendees come to conduct business, preview new products and technologies and gain essential technical and management skills; AAPEX's scale and focus on innovation make it the premiere gathering for anyone involved in the automotive aftermarket.

AAPEX 2024 demonstrated the strength of the show. The event welcomed more than 2,600 exhibiting companies occupying 5,508 booths and 37 pavilions; exhibitors represented 46 countries and the show expanded into Caesars Forum to accommodate the growing number of displays. Organizers offered more than 130 technical and business management sessions on topics ranging from EV and ADAS technologies to AI and autonomous vehicles. AAPEX 2024 drew 45,151 registered targeted buyers representing 128 countries, and more than 135,000 industry professionals were in Las Vegas during Automotive Aftermarket Industry Week. Post show statistics reported nearly 2,700 exhibitors and more than 5,500 booths. International participation was strong: 23 % of attendees were international, with notable delegations from Australia, Brazil and nearly 25 other international delegations. Roughly 40 % of attendees were service and repair professionals, underscoring the event's appeal to both buyers and technicians.

Looking ahead to 2025, organizers expect even larger participation. According to the AAPEX 2025 registration announcement, the show anticipates hosting more than 2,700 global exhibitors across 5,500 booths and welcoming over 45,000 attendees from at least 128 countries. The 2025 theme — “Ready for Every Shift” — acknowledges the rapid evolution of vehicle technology and will be reflected in a keynote breakfast headlined by hockey legend Wayne Gretzky. With these enhancements and sustained industry momentum, AAPEX 2025 is poised to exceed last year's figures and deliver an unparalleled experience for buyers, suppliers, service professionals and students.

AAPEX continues to be the essential platform where the global aftermarket connects. The 2024 show's growth and the ambitious plans for 2025 underscore the event's role in driving innovation, education and business in a US$2.3 trillion industry. Whether you are a supplier, distributor, shop owner, technician or educator, AAPEX 2025 offers a one stop opportunity to see the latest products, learn from industry leaders and build the relationships that will shape the future of automotive service and repair. Registration is open and the organizers encourage attendees to secure passes and accommodations early to be part of the automotive aftermarket's largest reunion