The New EV Experience at AAPEX 2023: Products, Training and Insights

The Joint EV Trends and Outlook Forecast released at AAPEX 2022 reports that battery electric vehicles (BEVs) accounted for 6% of new vehicle registrations in 2022 and are forecast to reach 56% of vehicles sold in 2035 and 81% in 2045. This would translate to 19% of the U.S. car parc being BEVs or plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) in 2035 and 42% in 2040. The latest updates to the forecast will be presented by the Auto Care Association and MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers during AAPEX 2023 in Las Vegas.

The increased adoption of BEVs is transforming the automotive aftermarket with no signs of letting up and will have implications for parts manufacturers, service providers and warehouse distributors.

“Add in that in 2018, there were 15 BEV models available. In 2022, there were 43 models, and the projections are that there will be 150 in 2026 and 169 models in 2029,” notes Michael Chung, senior director, Market Intelligence, Auto Care Association. “So certainly, we have a lot of inertia and a lot of momentum as we go forward.”

“With this large increase in the number of models, consumers have a greater chance of finding the vehicle that matches exactly what their preferences are, it’s as plain and simple as that,” added Philip Atkins, director, Strategic Research & Planning, MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers. “We know what the future looks like. It’s going to be electric vehicles, and they will have advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) in them. So we know it’s coming, and we have time to prepare for it.” 

The New EV Experience at AAPEX

The new Electric Vehicle (EV) Experience at this year’s event will prepare attendees for the coming wave of EVs as they continue to grow in adoption and use in this country. The experience will highlight companies on the show floor showcasing the latest EV advancements and products. As of Oct. 30, the following exhibitors are participating in the EV Experience: 

• AISIN World Corp. of America, Booth A4657
• Autel, Booth A1432, Bay 8, J8215
• Delphi, Booth A5027
• Garage Gurus, Bay 6, J8516
• JohnDow Industries, Inc., J7629            
• AVI partnering with Launch Tech, Booth A2250
• Midtronics, Booth A4846
• Prestone, Booth A2638
• Robert Bosch LLC, Booth A4409, Bay 3
• Schaeffler, Booth A2232
• Standard Motor Products – A4226
• Topdon USA – A240
• ZF – A5057

The Joint EV Trends and Outlook Forecast Annual Update, New for 2023: Insights on the Impact to the Service Market, with Strategy&, part of The PwC Network, will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 31, at 1:30 p.m. on new EV Experience Stage, located within Joe’s Garage, Booth J7409, Level 1 of The Venetian Expo. This year’s annual update will be led by Michael Chung and Philip Atkins and will include a panel discussion on how companies across the aftermarket are adapting and planning for increased EV adoption. 

The EV Experience will also include free training and insights by industry-leading experts in EV technology to ensure industry professionals have the specialized expertise they need to serve this rapidly expanding market and thrive in the future. The following sessions will take place on the new EV Experience Stage:

• Amp Up your EV Skills
• HV Battery Diagnostics of EV Vehicles
• Electric Vehicles: Charging and Converting Energy
• PHEV and BEV Plug-In-Power Tips
• EV Isolation Fault Testing
• The Aftermarket Impact of EVs
• EV 12V Power System: The Purpose and How to Diagnose
• Prestone EV Thermal Management Fluids
• Schaeffler Technology and Products
• Aisin Launches Reman Hybrid Battery Program
• Shop-ready Solutions: Prepare to service the vehicles of today and tomorrow
• Electrify your Journey with ZF Aftermarket
• Drive Battery Thermal Management: Maintenance and Repair
• EV Future: Is the Automotive Service Provider Ready? 
• It’s more than a shock: How Servicing EVs Changes the Game When it Comes to Shop Safety

See you at AAPEX in Las Vegas!