The Australian Auto Aftermarket Expo is the nation’s largest showcase for the automotive service and repair sector. The event brings together technicians, workshop owners, manufacturers and suppliers to explore the latest tools, equipment, technology and services.

With more than 13,000 trade visitors attending the previous edition, the Expo delivers a high-energy, business-focused environment. Alongside the exhibition floor, attendees benefit from advanced technical masterclasses, business management training and dedicated zones such as the Diagnostic Discovery Zone and ADAS Training Zone.

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• The Auto Aftermarket Expo attracts over 13,000 trade visitors, delivering access to a concentrated audience of automotive professionals who are actively ready to invest in new tools and technology.
• As Australia’s leading aftermarket event, it positions your brand directly in front of the workshop owners and operational managers who hold the final sign-off on major equipment purchases.
• Dedicated feature areas like the Diagnostic Discovery Zone and ADAS Training Zone drive high-intent traffic from technicians specifically seeking to increase their technical capabilities.
• Comprehensive training programs and industry-led masterclasses keep attendees on the floor for longer, significantly increasing your opportunities for high-quality, face-to-face engagement.
• Created by the industry for the industry, the event fosters genuine peer-to-peer networking, allowing for the serious, solution-focused business conversations that drive long-term partnerships.

Who Attends the Auto Aftermarket Expo?

• Workshop owners and operational managers seek to modernise their facilities, source new repair tools, and implement digital management solutions to improve overall workshop profitability and compliance.
• Highly skilled professionals like automotive technicians and mechanics hunt for advanced diagnostic software, calibration tools, and specific repair equipment that help them solve complex vehicle faults faster.
• Parts distributors and automotive suppliers explore new product lines, identifying market trends, and strengthening relationships with their primary retail and workshop customers.
• Consultants and safety experts focused on business growth strategies, environmental compliance, and the integration of emerging vehicle technologies like hybrid and electric powertrain systems.

• Automotive parts and component manufacturers
• Diagnostic equipment and scan tool providers
• Workshop equipment and tooling suppliers
• ADAS calibration and safety system specialists
• Lubricant, battery and consumables suppliers
• Automotive software and workshop management providers
• Training and industry service organisations

Tips for Exhibitors

• Automotive technicians want to see performance in real-time; hands-on displays where they can test tools are the most effective way to drive booth engagement.
• Don’t just list product features; clearly explain how your tool saves them minutes per job or reduces comeback repairs, as workshop profitability relies on time management.
• If a masterclass is focusing on ADAS or hybrid repairs, ensure your booth staff are ready to speak to those specific pain points when delegates walk by.
• Attendees at this expo are experts in their field; have your most knowledgeable staff ready to answer specific technical questions about software compatibility, torque specs, and sensor accuracy.
• In a high-tech sector, ensure your stand layout is open and accessible, allowing for large groups to view demonstrations without blocking the main aisle.
• If you have multiple shows in a year, pick reliable displays that move with you. From lightboxes to non-illuminated frames, and from foldable and fabric tube types to modular displays for your event needs.

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