Experience the power of the global automotive aftermarket industry’s leading event.
Life as we know it has changed. And yet, our work remains essential to moving the world forward. That’s why AAPEX brings together the training, tools, and technology driving the more than $1 trillion global automotive aftermarket industry. Get hands-on experience with the most highly skilled and respected technicians and trainers, explore a global market of innovation, and meet partners, peers, and suppliers. With experiential learning opportunities, you’ll be prepared to take on today’s demands, but also get a preview of what’s around the curve. Whether you are seeking insight about industry trends, looking for premium aftermarket products for your business and customers, or interested in innovations still in the prototype phase, AAPEX shines a light on today’s best products and tomorrow’s solutions. Join the global automotive aftermarket community for the knowledge and know-how as well as the connections, because we’re stronger together, and together we’ll move ahead.
Find your reasons to be at AAPEX 2020
MOVE AHEAD IN 2020
AAPEX opens the door to a comprehensive marketplace with areas dedicated to improving everyday services, from diagnostics and telematics, to warehouse robotics and logistics. Don’t miss these special areas and additional hands-on training when you explore the event floor.
REPAIR SHOP HQ
From under-the-hood to under-the-vehicle, you can experience the world of service and repair here. This area features six service bays that simulate a real shop and two training theaters for hands-on learning and demonstrations.
Plus, you’ll find a dedicated Tool & Equipment section and as well as a Tire section for this growing line of business. Completing the area and making it even more robust are an Alternative Fuel section, a Diagnostics/Telematics section and the Mobile Heat Transfer/Heating/Air Conditioning section.
AUTOMOTIVE AFTERMARKET CENTRAL
Automotive Aftermarket Central features all of the inventory that retailers, service and repair professionals, and warehouse distributors need to meet customer demands and to keep cars on the road. Our robotics and Warehouse Equipment/Logistics section offers solutions for warehouses and warehouse distribution centers looking to streamline their operations.
INTERNATIONAL PAVILION AT CAESARS FORUM CONFERENCE CENTER
We have a special location for international suppliers so you can find them more easily all in one place. Caesars Forum is just a short walk from Sands Expo, accessible by crossing a short footbridge and hosts 542,700 net square feet of exhibit space.
Technology
In the constantly evolving automotive aftermarket, it’s essential to stay current on the innovations ahead. Get up close to new and emerging technologies in these future-focused areas.
The AAPEX Stage
The AAPEX Stage is your gauge for what’s hot, what you need to know, and what’s coming next. Check out 20-minute TED Talk-style education sessions geared toward the future of the aftermarket industry as well as panel discussions on what’s happening in the marketplace. The AAPEX Stage will also highlight emerging technology and updates on topics such as ADAS, telematics, vehicle-to-vehicle communications, repairing cybersecure vehicles, and more.
AAPEX Technology of Tomorrow
AAPEX Technology of Tomorrow puts the power of discovery in your hands in a dedicated area where you can see products in the prototype phase, slated to hit the market in five years or less. Dive deep into critical topics such as advancements in ADAS, emerging vehicle technologies, predictive maintenance, diagnostics, and more. You’ll hear directly from exhibitors who will bring their most promising technologies from the development pipeline.
Coronavirus Update: AAPEX will take direction from global, federal, and local health officials leading up to November. AAPEX organizers will provide exhibitors and attendees with information as the situation unfolds.