2025 will be a key year for the international automotive industry, with a packed agenda of trade shows and events that will attract thousands of professionals, manufacturers, and enthusiasts in the sector. From the latest innovations in electric vehicles and sustainable mobility to advances in aftermarket and automotive customization, these trade shows will represent a meeting point to present technologies, establish collaborations and explore the future of the automotive industry. Below, we highlight the most important events, ranging from the Geneva International Motor Show to the SEMA Show in Las Vegas.

Geneva International Motor Show (GIMS)

• Date: February 24 - March 2, 2025
• Location: Le Grand-Saconnex, Switzerland
• Description: International exhibition highlighting the latest developments in automobiles, technologies and industry trends.

Motortec Madrid

• Date: 23 – April 26, 2025
• Location: Madrid, Spain
• Description: Trade fair for auto parts, equipment and services that brings together professionals from the automotive aftermarket in the Iberian Peninsula and Latin America.

Autopromotec

• Date: May 21 – 24, 2025
• Location: Bologna, Italy
• Description: International trade fair for automotive industry equipment and products, specialising in machinery, technology and after-sales solutions.

Automechanika Kuala Lumpur

• Date: May 15 – 17, 2025
• Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
• Description: An event that brings together the automotive aftermarket industry in Southeast Asia, facilitating the connection of international companies and exhibitors.

Automechanika Istanbul

• Date: 12 – June 15, 2025
• Location: istanbul, turkey
• Description: An event that brings together the automotive aftermarket industry at the meeting point of East and West. A great opportunity to learn about the latest trends in the aftermarket market.

INA PAACE Automechanika Mexico

• Date: July 16 – 18, 2025
• Location: Mexico City, Mexico
• Description: A leading trade fair for the automotive industry in Latin America, highlighting innovations in aftermarket equipment and technology.

IAA MOBILITY

• Date: 9 – September 14, 2025
• Location: Munich, Germany
• Description: International automobile exhibition exploring the mobility of the future, including electric vehicles, connectivity and sustainable transport solutions.

Auto Equip

• Date: October 14 - 18, 2025
• Location: Paris France
• Description: Automotive industry trade show, covering aftermarket products and equipment, highlighting innovation and sustainability in automotive services.

SEMA show

• Date: 4 – November 7, 2025
• Location: Las Vegas, United States
• Description: A leading exhibition in automotive customization, presenting the latest trends in modification, accessories and automotive technology.

Automechanika Shanghai

• Date: 2 – 5 December 2025
• Location: Shanghai, China
• Description: The most important event in the automotive industry that sets the automotive trends for 2026, an event you cannot miss to learn about the aftermarket market

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