First Time at AAPEX
Welcome to Where the Industry Gets REAL
Every November in Las Vegas, the entire automotive aftermarket comes together at AAPEX to tackle what’s next. Tariffs, shifting supply chains, a widening skills gap — no matter where you sit in the industry, this is where it all gets worked out.
The first step? Secure your spot (if you haven’t already).
ALREADY REGISTERED?
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Here’s What You Can Expect at AAPEX
Get prepared so you can walk into AAPEX like a regular.
See What’s New on the Show Floor
Browse 2,500+ exhibitors across 1,400+ product categories spanning Underhood, Undercar, EV and Alternative Fuel, Diagnostics and Shop Management, Tools and Equipment, Remanufacturing, and more, from suppliers around the world.
Start Conversations Worth Having
AAPEX is packed with opportunities to connect with the peers, suppliers, and experts driving the industry forward. Grab a drink at the Opening Reception or Beers and Gears, or sit down for a meal during the Buyers lunch – all free, and open to all attendees!
Keynote Breakfast tickets available for purchase.
Upgrade Your Industry Knowledge
Registration includes access to general sessions, live exhibitor demos, mini debates, and show floor stage programming throughout the week — no extra fees, no separate sign-up required.
Training Built for the Shop
AAPEX offers paid training sessions designed for service and repair pros, from classroom courses covering business strategy, shop management, and diagnostics to live instruction in Joe’s Garage, where you can work through repair scenarios across real working bays.
Make the Most of Your Time Onsite
Three days goes fast. Before you arrive, take some time to map out the exhibitors you want to visit, the sessions you want to catch, and the events you don’t want to miss. The full show schedule lets you search and filter by event type, training level, occupation, demos, and day so you can build a plan that works for you.
Your Sample Itinerary
- Arrive in Las Vegas and get settled in
- 6 – 7:30 PM: Kick off the week at the AAPEX Opening Reception — your first shot to put faces to names before the show even starts
- 6:30–8:45 AM: AAPEX Keynote Breakfast — Venetian Expo, Level 5, Palazzo Ballroom. Advance ticket required.
- 9:00–9:45 AM: Explore the Remanufacturing Section and Joe’s Garage — Venetian Expo, Level 2, Venetian Ballroom.
- 9:45–10:30 AM: Check out sessions on Stage 1 and 2 Like: 30 Seconds at a Time: How Small Steps Win in High-Pressure Environments — AAPEX Stage 1, Venetian Expo, Level 2, Venetian Ballroom.
- 10:30–10:45 AM: Cross the short pedestrian bridge to the AAPEX Forum.
- 10:45–11:30 AM: Joint Powertrain Trends and Outlook Forecast: 2026 Update — Forum Stage, AAPEX Forum.
- 11:30 AM–1:00 PM: Free Buyers Lunch — AAPEX Forum. The full lunch runs from 11:00 AM–1:00 PM.
- 1:00–1:30 PM: Jimmie Johnson Session — General Session Stage, AAPEX Forum.
- 1:30–2:30 PM: Take a break in the Lounge
- 3:00–5:00 PM: AAPEX Booth Crawl — Participating booths throughout the Venetian Expo and AAPEX Forum show floors.
- 3:00–4:00 PM: Endeavor & AAPEX Awards — AAPEX Stage 1, Venetian Expo, Level 2, Venetian Ballroom.
- 4:00–6:00 PM: Beers and Gears Reception — Venetian Expo, Level 2, Venetian Ballroom.
- 9:00–10:15 AM: Explore exhibitors and live demonstrations — Venetian Expo, Level 2
- 10:15–10:30 AM: Cross the pedestrian bridge to the AAPEX Forum.
- 10:45–11:00 AM: Check out Undercar and Accessories and Lighting Sections at the AAPEX Forum
- 11:00–12:00 PM: Catch the General Session providing the 2027 Forecast
- 12:00–1:00 PM: Free Buyers Lunch — AAPEX Forum. The full lunch runs from 11:00 AM–1:00 PM.
- 1:00–1:30 PM: Mark Wahlberg Session — General Session Stage, AAPEX Forum.
- 2:00–2:45 PM: Experian Trends Session — General Session Stage, AAPEX Forum.
- 2:45–3:00 PM: Cross the pedestrian bridge to the Venetian Expo.
- 3:00–3:30 PM: Sustainability Session — AAPEX Stage 2, Venetian Expo, Level 2, Venetian Ballroom.
- 3:00–5:00 PM: AAPEX Booth Crawl — Participating booths throughout both show floors.
- 3:30–5:00 PM: Reman Reception — Remanufacturing Section, Venetian Expo, Level 2, Venetian Ballroom.
- 9:00–9:30 AM: Explore the Product Showcases — Venetian Expo, Level 2.
- 9:30–11:00 AM: Participate in the Built to Sell: Strategic Exit Planning for Automotive Business Owners training session — The Venetian, Galileo 1001-1002
- 11:00-12:00 PM: Revisit priority exhibitors — Venetian Expo, Level 2.
- 12:00–1:00 PM: Free Buyers Lunch — AAPEX Forum. The full lunch runs from 11:00 AM–1:00 PM.
- 2:00–3:00 PM: Industry Town Hall — General Session Stage, AAPEX Forum.
- 3:00–5:00 PM: AAPEX Booth Crawl — Participating booths throughout both show floors.
- 5:00 PM: AAPEX closes. Take the Las Vegas Monorail back toward your hotel.
Plus, Your AAPEX Registration Includes:
Witness the Student Compeititon
The country’s top automotive technology students go head-to-head for prizes and a chance at national recognition.
Experience the AAPEX Forum
The Undercar and Accessories & Lighting product categories join AAPEX Forum — plus celebrity appearances, live giveaways, and a chance to walk away with an F-150. Details to come.
Explore the Daily Booth Crawl
From 3 to 5 p.m. each day, participating exhibitors offer giveaways, happy hours, and more.
What’s Waiting for You
Get a feel for the energy, the people, and the moments that make AAPEX worth the trip.
Vegas Doesn’t Have to Break the Bank
Booking your hotel early through AAPEX is one of the easiest ways to get more out of your investment before you even arrive. Here’s what you’ll get:
- Exclusive discounted rates at hotels steps from the event, starting at just $110/night. While rooms last.
- Dining deals and discounts at partner properties
- Free shuttle service from most hotels to the event, plus the monorail provides easy transportation between many Vegas hotels and the AAPEX Forum.
Mobile App
Download the AAPEX App
The app lets you plan your schedule, get real-time updates, search exhibitors, and navigate the floor from your phone. It’s your on-site command center for the week.