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📍 Nov 3 - 5, 2026 · Las Vegas
Connect with Automotive Aftermarket Buyers at AAPEX
AAPEX brings together distributors, retailers, repair shops and industry professionals in Las Vegas to discover automotive parts, tools and emerging technologies. The exhibition floor creates valuable opportunities to introduce products, build business relationships and connect with potential buyers. Attendees can explore the latest developments in vehicle maintenance, repair equipment and aftermarket innovations while meeting manufacturers and suppliers. The event also helps businesses identify sourcing opportunities, evaluate products and build valuable industry connections.
Nov 03 - 052026 · Las Vegas
45,000Attendees
2,500+Manufacturers & Suppliers
1,400+Product Categories
About the event
About the Event
AAPEX (Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo) is a major global trade show representing the automotive aftermarket industry, co-owned by the Auto Care Association and MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers. Scheduled for November 03 - 05, 2026, in Las Vegas, the event showcases an industry valued at $2.65 trillion, bringing together 45,000 attendees and 2,500+ manufacturers and suppliers across 1,400+ product categories and 550,000 square feet of exhibit space. The programme also includes three days of training, education and networking.
Attendees include distributors, retailers, repair shops, manufacturers and automotive decision-makers seeking products, technologies and supplier relationships. Exhibitors can use the event to showcase their offerings, connect with prospective buyers and explore business opportunities across the global automotive aftermarket.
Inside AAPEX
Who Exhibits at AAPEX
Tools & Equipment
Shop tools, diagnostics, lifts, and service equipment makers.
Chemicals, Accessories & Tech
Fluids and chemicals, accessories, tires, and aftermarket technology.
The AAPEX Community
Who You'll Meet
- Warehouse Distributors & Jobbers
- Parts Retailers & Stores
- Repair Shops & Service Pros
- Fleet & Dealer Buyers
- International Buyers
- Purchasing & Category Managers
Product Showcase
Where First Impressions Meet Opportunity
Buyers come to source
Distributors and retailers compare suppliers. Clear branding helps them find your line and know your categories.
One Show, Endless Possibilities
Across 1,400+ product categories, a findable, branded booth helps buyers spot you on the show floor.
Make Quality Easy to See
Clear displays help buyers inspect your products, compare features and recognise their quality.
Relationships drive the aftermarket
Buyers return each year, so consistent branding keeps you in mind when they're sourcing.
Ready for AAPEX
Booth Setups & Displays for AAPEX
Exhibiting at AAPEX means working with different booth layouts, from inline spaces to larger custom islands. Portable displays provide flexible ways to showcase products, create demonstration areas and complement existing booth structures. Easy to transport and reassemble, they offer reusable presentation options for future events. Explore the display styles below.
Inline · 10×10
Clear and professional
For a standard inline booth.
- Fabric backdrop wall
- Branded counter
- 2 retractable banners
- Branded table cover
Inline · 10×20
Room to demonstrate
For more products and meetings.
- Large fabric backdrop
- 2 branded counters
- Hanging sign
- Seated meeting area
Island · Feature
Larger footprint
For bigger booth presentations.
- Modular backdrop structure
- Overhead hanging sign
- Multiple demo pods
- Full booth branding
Recommended displays
Displays for Event Exhibitors
Beyond AAPEX
One Booth, Countless Show Opportunities
With AAPEX returning to Las Vegas annually and other automotive exhibitions taking place throughout the year, reusable displays offer lasting value. Easy-to-transport components can be reassembled at different venues, giving your brand a familiar and professional presence at every event.
Packs into cases
Backdrops, banners, and counters fold into cases you can ship or check no crating for a standard booth.
Sets up quickly
Pop-up and tension-fabric pieces assemble without tools, so you're ready before the floor opens.
Consistent brand, every show
Reuse the same system at other aftermarket events, updating the graphic when your lineup or message changes.
♻️
Reuse, Refresh and Return. Invest in a booth that supports more than one event. Reuse its portable structure across AAPEX editions and other exhibitions, replacing only the graphics when your products or brand messaging evolve.
Done for you
How PrintMyExpo Handles the Production
Careful attention to artwork, graphics and production helps prepare your display for the exhibition, allowing your team to focus on product demonstrations and customer conversations.
Consultation & booth planning
We map your booth size, products, and goals into a display plan that keeps your brand and lineup front and center.
Design & artwork approval
Custom display graphics tailored to your brand colours, messaging and products, with proofs for approval before printing.
Custom printing & production
Fabric backdrops, banners, counters, and signs produced with your branding and messaging.
Delivery to you or the venue
We ship on schedule in cases made for transit, so your booth arrives in Las Vegas ready to assemble.
Reuse next year
Pack it down, store it, and bring the same booth back next year updating graphics as needed.
Checklist
Plan Ahead for AAPEX
Use this checklist to finalise your booth preparations before AAPEX opens on November 2.
- Confirm your booth size & location in Las Vegas
- Review the exhibitor prospectus & deadlines
- Choose a portable, reusable display setup
- Plan your product layout & demo needs
- Finalize branding, message & key categories
- Submit artwork & approve your proof early
- Confirm the shipping timeline to Las Vegas
- Pack components, and store your setup for next year
Event preparation
How to Prepare for AAPEX
8 - 10 weeks out
Confirm your booth size, set goals and budget, and choose a display setup you can reuse.
6 weeks out
Finalize branding and submit artwork to PrintMyExpo for design approval.
3 - 4 weeks out
Approve proofs, complete production, and confirm delivery timing to Las Vegas.
1 - 2 weeks out
Prepare your products and demos, brief your booth staff, and confirm your lead capture.
After the show
Pack your booth into its cases and store it, ready for next year.
Exhibitor Resources
Guides to Help You Plan
Deeper reads on booths, displays and event preparation.
FAQ
AAPEX Exhibitor FAQs
When and where is AAPEX 2026?
AAPEX 2027 takes place November 2 - 4 in Las Vegas. Confirm the venue and booth details in the exhibitor prospectus before finalising artwork.
What displays work best for an AAPEX booth?
Combine branded backdrops, display counters, retractable banners, product shelving and hanging signs. Tabletop displays work well for smaller booths.
Can I reuse the booth next year or at other shows?
Yes. Our fabric and pop-up displays are reusable and easy to pack, store and transport. Bring the same booth to future automotive shows and refresh the graphics whenever needed.
Do you handle artwork and branding?
Yes. Our team creates print-ready artwork and sends proofs for approval, built around your brand and how you present your products.
Can you ship to the venue in Las Vegas or to me directly?
Yes. We ship on schedule to your address or the venue, in cases made for transit and storage between shows.
Let's build it
Prepare Your Booth for AAPEX
Share your booth size and presentation goals to plan a display that highlights your products, reflects your brand and travels with you to future events.
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