The Annual Destination for Warehouse Distributors
Meet the Suppliers Driving Your Catalog
AAPEX is the No. 1 sourcing event in the North American aftermarket — but procurement professionals aren’t the only members of your team who need to be here. AAPEX is the place to see the latest products in person and talk with experts that understand every area of your business. From buying to IT to warehouse operations, AAPEX is a total business solution.
An Industry Built for Growth
The global automotive aftermarket is a $2.3 trillion industry, and its growth isn’t slowing down.
- The average age of U.S. vehicles climbed to 12.8 years in 2025 — just as new cars are reaching record-high prices — creating a major opportunity for sellers of aftermarket parts.
- Today’s EVs are creating a new category of aftermarket demand as they roll out of warranty.
- In-store inventory has grown 36% since 2019. With more makes and models, OEM variations, and specialized parts in the system, shops and their customers expect on-demand availability of more SKUs than ever.
As the business of distribution gets more complex, your organization needs to stay tuned into market forces impacting your sales. AAPEX’s General Sessions deliver the market outlook and trend data that point your 2027 strategy in the right direction.
A Day at AAPEX, Built for Distributors
What does a day at AAPEX look like for a distributor? From the first session to the last conversation, here’s how a single day in Las Vegas can move your business forward.
Day 1
Gain Strategic Framing for Every Meeting You’ll Have on the Floor — 6:30–8:45 AM
Start Day 1 with insights from legendary coach Mike Krzyzewski (Coach K) and industry leaders at the Keynote Breakfast. Leave inspired and informed about what’s driving the aftermarket. This is a ticketed event.
Discover Your Next Supply Chain Fix — 9:00 AM
The show floor has dedicated sections for international sourcing, remanufacturing, and AI. Compare 1,400+ categories side by side and start diversifying your product mix on the spot.
Spot Tomorrow’s Bestsellers — Mid-Morning
Discover the Product Showcases, where the year’s most innovative products get the spotlight. It’s a shortcut to the sourcing decisions everyone else will be making next quarter.
Connect Over Lunch — 11:00 AM–1:00 PM
Grab your free Buyers Lunch (by showing your red badge) in the AAPEX Forum and compare notes with your team and industry peers as you refuel for the afternoon.
Get the Intel That Shapes Your 2027 Orders — 2:00–3:00 PM
Take a seat for the AAPEX General Sessions on Aftermarket Outlook and Trends — market intelligence that keeps your inventory and sourcing decisions ahead of demand, not chasing it.
Find Products You Didn’t Know You Needed — 3:00–5:00 PM
The Exhibitor Booth Crawl takes you booth to booth for demos, giveaways, and celebrity appearances — an efficient way to add names to your supplier list that weren’t on it this morning.
Network With People Who’ve Solved Your Same Problems — 4:00–6:00 PM
Beers & Gears is the aftermarket’s favorite happy hour and open to all who want to connect on common challenges. Grab a cold drink, great conversation — and maybe even a new tattoo. It’s just one of the networking opportunities you’ll find at AAPEX.
Close the Day (and the Deal) Over Dinner — Evening
Catch up with your team and swap stories from the day at one of Vegas’ top restaurants — all at an exclusive AAPEX rate through Vegas Unlocked.
