Exhibitor Information

Why should I exhibit at AAPEX?

When is AAPEX?

Where is AAPEX held?

What are the fees to exhibit?

What is included in a booth (minimum 10x10)?

When are the deadlines for booth space registration?

Who is allowed to exhibit at AAPEX?

How do I obtain a Visa?

How do I get an exhibit space contract?

How do I register for booth personnel badges? 

Why should I exhibit at AAPEX?

AAPEX represents the $395 billion global motor vehicle aftermarket. More than 128,000 professionals from around the globe participate in Automotive Aftermarket Industry Week.

AAPEX is where you can reach all of the key decision makers in your target market all in one place. Automotive parts wholesale distributors, retailers, service chains, jobbers and service professionals who attend AAPEX represent billions of dollars in buying power.

When is AAPEX?

AAPEX will be held from Tuesday, 30 October through Thursday, 1 November, as part of Automotive Aftermarket Industry Week in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Where is AAPEX held?

AAPEX is held in the Sands Expo and Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada USA.

CLICK HERE for more information on visiting Las Vegas.

What are the fees to exhibit?

The cost for exhibiting at AAPEX is $20.95 per sq. foot for members and $35.95 per square foot for non-members. In order to receive the membership rate, membership applications must be submitted before October 1, 2012. (For information on becoming a member, please visit the AAIA and AASA websites.)

Minimum booth size is 10 ft. x 10 ft.

What is included in a booth (minimum 10x10)?

• 8 ft. back drapes (except islands)
• 3 ft. side drapes (except islands)
• Company identification sign
• Listing in the printed AAPEX Event Guide
• Listing on the AAPEX Web site that is searchable by name, product categories and country
• Listing in the electronic “You Are Here” boards located throughout the show

When are the deadlines for booth space registration?

Applications to be included in the booth selection over the internet must be received on or before 17 February, 2012. (50% non-refundable deposit is required.)

Applications submitted after June 1, 2012 must be submitted with full payment.

Payment is non-refundable after June 1, 2012.

Who is allowed to exhibit at AAPEX?

A manufacturer who offers a product or products for sale to the trade without regard to whether or not said company is an assembler, packager, exclusive importer, etc., so long as such product or products are exclusively proprietary. For the purposes of these requirements, while an importer may technically be called a distributor, the exclusivity shall qualify him as an exhibitor-manufacturer by reason of such exclusivity.

For additional information on eligibility on exhibiting at AAPEX, please refer to the 2012 Exhibitor Regulations, item 5, ELIGIBILITY.

CLICK HERE for Exhibitor Regulations.

How do I obtain a Visa?
Visas are required for all international travelers entering the United States. 

CLICK HERE for information on obtaining a U.S. travel visa.

CLICK HERE to download the 2012 AAPEX Application and Contract for Exhibit Space.

How do I get an exhibit space contract?
Complete an AAPEX Application and Contract for Exhibit Space and submit to William T. Glasgow (Show Management). Once your application has been approved you will receive confirmation from William T. Glasgow (Show Management). To check on the status of your booth application, you may call 708-226-1300 or email info@aapexshow.com.

For information on exhibitor eligibility, space assignment and set-up, teardown and much more please refer to the Exhibitor Regulations link below. For information on design specifications, and ensuring that your booth is in compliance with Show regulations please refer to the Exhibit and Display Rules and Regulations link below.

Exhibitor registration will open in June.