Beijing, 27 March 2025. The Auto Maintenance and Repair Expo (AMR) is ready to open its door next week to the global automotive industry players. The show will return to Beijing from 31 March to 2 April 2025 at the newly opened Capital International Exhibition & Convention Center (CIECC), covering an exhibition space of 80,000 sqm. It is set to host 1,186 exhibitors showcasing cutting-edge products, technologies and solutions, alongside 39 fringe events addressing key topics like intelligent technology, talent development and global collaboration. AMR aims to create a channel for trade, information exchange and talent nurturing, propelling the industry towards a smart, innovative and sustainable future.
AMR is an established trade fair in the automotive aftermarket, deeply engaging and providing extensive services to the region for over 40 years. This year, the show will support global exchange and offer insights into the international business landscape, converging not only leading brands from domestic major manufacturing hubs, but housing brands from Bangladesh, France, Germany, Italy, Lithuania, Malaysia, Singapore, Switzerland, the US, and more.
A gateway to learn about innovations in the aftermarket
The 2025 edition will continue to align with the emerging trends covering various aspects of the supply chain that include maintenance and repair, parts and components, new energy, connectivity, and road transportation equipment. Exhibitors are set to showcase innovative solutions to address the market’s demand for technology upgrade, cost efficiency and intelligent development.
In terms of car care, diagnostics and repair sectors, the show will present testing equipment, repair tools and coating technologies that progress precision, efficiency, intelligence and environmental protection. For instance, Panther will launch its four-wheel aligner for chassis testing; Rotake will exhibit the intelligent impact wrench; and, SATA will demonstrate its green spraying technologies.
Along these lines, the rise of new energy and intelligent connected technologies are also reshaping the aftermarket landscape. The impact this has had on the market has led to an expansion of showcases on the maintenance, testing, core components, and electronic systems for new energy vehicles. In this regard, Anche will cover diagnostic solutions for new energy vehicles, Shanghai Sogreat brings their thermal management systems, and Balance is set to display the latest battery maintenance and lifting equipment. Additionally, the show will spotlight the advancements in AI, automated manufacturing and autonomous driving technologies. Highlights include Nexion’s AI testing equipment, Yuhuan Jinli’s automated manufacturing technologies of parts, and ADD Industry’s smart vehicle suspension systems.
At the Road Transportation Equipment zone, AMR will offer solutions in vehicle manufacturing, inspection, cargo safety management and driver training, in response to the development of new energy commercial vehicles and the growing need for cost efficiency and safety in the logistics sector. Exhibitors including the likes of Beiqi Foton, Dongfeng Liuzhou, Qingling and Sinotruk will present electric box trucks, power battery testing technologies, bundling equipment for special cargo, and training simulators, empowering the green, safe and intelligent progress of the transportation sector.
Other notable exhibiting brands include Beiqingzhongyu, Bright, CAERI, Daika, Dali, Dezhong, Duolun, Eagle-Fly, Eastern Pioneer, eBay, EBI, Excellens, Fengriling, Frey, Gaochang, Guanglian, GYS, Hanway, Hydun, Jinli, Jinlong, Kaidi, Lingchen, Longzhong, Luoshi, MAHA, Nexus, Platinum Nano, Qiyang, Ruili, Sanlian, SDT, Sunshine, Taitian, Tongguang, Topsun, TRC, Wufu, Yukistar, Yuxi and more.
In addition, the show will host 55 domestic and international buyer groups utilising resources at AMR to find quality products and solutions within the global supply chain. This includes domestic delegations from Henan, Inner Mongolia, Jiangsu, Shandong, Shanghai, Tianjin and Zhejiang. Meanwhile, overseas dealers and distributors will come from Africa, Central Asia, Europe, the Middle East, South America, and Southeast Asia.
Three special zones to spotlight industry trends
This edition of AMR 2025 will feature three specialised zones to present the latest trends in the aftermarket, integrating product displays with high-quality events. The well-received Green Repair & New Energy zone will return to feature innovative applications in new energy vehicle maintenance and green repair technologies. Shandong German New Energy Vehicle will share insights, new business models, and case studies on repairing key components like batteries, motors, and charging systems. Anche will provide training on safety solutions for new energy vehicles, focusing on critical technologies for batteries, circuits, and ADAS.
Addressing the rising demand for high-skilled talent, the Industry and Education Integration zone aims to foster talent development, skills enhancement, and communication between repair companies and vocational institutions. The National Vocational Skills Competition will call on contestants including repair technicians and vocational students in two challenges: New Energy Vehicle Repairer and Vehicle Paint Finishing. The zone also creates employment pathways for students and technicians with over 20 vocational institutions attending the show.
AMR will launch the new Road Transportation Equipment zone dedicated to road transport safety technologies. It will facilitate collaboration amongst manufacturers, logistics firms, research institutions and repair workshops. The Road Transportation Safe and Efficient Technology Forum will address topics such as cargo loading standards, logistics vehicle selection criteria, and export policies for commercial vehicles, helping businesses to stay competitive in a rapidly evolving market.
A hub for sharing future insights at concurrent events
This year, 39 high-profile forums, conferences and other events were designed to help participants delve into the emerging trends and opportunities in the aftermarket. Various stakeholders from government agencies, industry associations, renowned companies and research institutions will convene to centre around key topics such as technological innovation, industry transformation, and market expansion.
The seventh instalment of the Automotive Aftermarket Conference (30 March) will offer a main conference and the three sub-forums that focus on global cooperation, the mutual development of ICEs and electric vehicles, and collaborative development across the industry chain.
- Overseas Expansion and Cross-Border Operations Forum: companies, e-commerce platforms and experts will discuss strategies for entering international markets and optimising cross-border operations.
- New Profit Ecosystems in Traditional and New Energy Vehicles Forum: examining the development of traditional and new energy vehicle aftersales services, featuring policy explanations, product innovations, and upgrades to operational models.
- Supply Chain Channels in Aftermarket Forum: focusing on the tyre sector by analysing market data, marketing channels, and business models to identify growth opportunities for repair workshops.
The Belt and Road Aftermarket Cross-border Cooperation Seminar (31 March) will feature insights from the former president of the China-Africa Development Fund, economists, and representatives from Uzbekistan, Kenya, and Egypt. Sessions prepare to explore macroeconomic trends and market opportunities in the automotive industry.
As the aftermarket faces a shortage of skilled talent, the Global Pathways for Automotive Service Talent: Training Models and Cooperation Forum (31 March) will gather representatives from leading companies, associations and international certification bodies. They will discuss international cooperation, skills development, digital transformation and international certification systems, promoting the cultivation of a skilled workforce with a global perspective.
Additionally, the Motor Vehicle Inspection and Pollution Prevention Conference 2025 (31 March) will address the impact of new environmental regulations, vehicle emissions control, and the application of intelligent technologies in green repair. The Car Wash, Care and Customising Conference (1 April) will cover market trends in car care, repair, customising, car wrapping, precision repair of powertrain and other areas. Jing-Jin-Ji Commercial Vehicle Repair Forum and Aftermarket Business Cooperation Exchange, the Automotive Aftermarket Maintenance and Diagnostic Technology Forum 2025, and Transmission Repair Training (31 March) will also be held concurrently at AMR.
The 20th Automotive Aftermarket Top 20 Awards Ceremony (31 March) will provide a platform for nearly 100 companies to present innovative repair technologies. The event aims to foster deeper collaboration amongst maintenance equipment, accessories, parts manufacturers, and distributors.
For more information about fringe programme, please visit www.amr-china.cn/events.
The Auto Maintenance and Repair Expo (AMR) is co-organised by China Automotive Maintenance Equipment Industry Association (CAMEIA), China Automotive Maintenance and Repair Association (CAMRA), Messe Frankfurt (Shanghai) Co Ltd and China National Machinery Industry International Co Ltd (Sinomachint). The fair is one of some 40 global events under Messe Frankfurt’s Mobility and Logistics sector.
Please contact Messe Frankfurt (Shanghai) Co Ltd at + 86 400 613 8585, visit www.amr-china.cn or email amr@china.messefrankfurt.com for further enquiries
