Participants praise largest Automechanika Shanghai yet as ‘the place to be’ for automotive innovation and global collaboration

Automechanika Shanghai 2025 concludes successfully on 29 November, leaving a lasting impression marked by record-breaking participation from visitors and exhibitors. Across four days, the fair celebrated the innovative advancement of the automotive supply chain, offering a sustainable outlook of how the industry is coming together for the development and upgrade of various vehicle types; a particularly important standpoint given these markets represented at the show have different needs. Participants praised the wide array of product showcases, opportunities presented for networking at fringe programme events, and high level of training at the specialised areas.

Key Figures from Automechanika Shanghai 2025

Onsite visitors: 253,691 from 190 countries and regions – a 14% increase (28% from overseas)
Exhibitors: 7,465 from 44 countries and regions – a 10% increase
Scale: 383,000 sqm of exhibition space – a 9% increase
Fringe programme: 94 events

Ms Fiona Chiew, General Manager of Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd, said:

“This edition of Automechanika Shanghai achieved record-breaking visitor participation with a 14 percent year-on-year growth. It underscores the show’s continued relevance and influence. More importantly, the event further demonstrated its role in the industry, not only through its comprehensive content covering R&D, manufacturing, distribution, and aftermarket, but also by serving as an indispensable platform for global collaboration, knowledge exchange, innovation, open dialogue, skills development, and nurturing the next generation of talent.”

Ms Li Zhang, Chairperson of China National Machinery Industry International Co Ltd, added:

“Attendees had the opportunity to explore innovative solutions within the industry and exchange ideas, paving the way for collaboration across the supply chain and between nations. With further advancements anticipated in new energy, intelligent connected vehicles, low-carbon vehicles, and the low-altitude economy, we will continue to showcase these trends by updating our highlights and expanding the variety of activities at the show.”

Exhibitors Served the Entire Automotive Supply Chain

Participation in the fair came from across the globe, contributing to a record number of exhibitors and visitors over a groundbreaking scale. Among the 7,465 exhibitors, global representation came from 44 countries and regions.

Participants appreciated the opportunities to showcase innovations, access new markets, and collaborate across the entire automotive supply chain—from R&D and manufacturing to distribution and after-sales services.

The New Energy & Connectivity sector highlighted innovations in digital technologies, AI, and intelligent applications, including semiconductor chips and powertrain controllers.

Other major product sectors presented technologies and products through highly interactive displays:

Parts & Components: Growth in chassis technologies and commercial vehicle products.
Electrics & Electronics: Increased participation from companies specialising in sensors and electronic systems driven by demand for advanced driver-assistance systems.
Diagnostics & Repair / Body & Paint: Professional maintenance tools, eco-friendly equipment, and intelligent diagnostic solutions for new energy vehicles.
Accessories & Customising: Focus on automotive lifestyle trends and personalised car customisation.
Tyres & Wheels: Emphasis on high-strength, lightweight materials and specialised tyres for new energy vehicles.

Key overseas exhibitors included 3M, ABT, Aisin, Astemo, Aumovio, Bilstein, BorgWarner, Bosch, Continental, DRiV, ENOC, FCS, FFT, Garrett, Gates, Goodyear, Hella Bhap, Henkel, Honeywell, Huntsman, Idemitsu, MAHLE, Motorservice, MP Concepts, Nidec, PHINIA, Reflek, SDS, SEG, Sensata, Siemens Xcelerator, SKF, Stellantis, TMD Friction, Toyota Boshoku (China), Yakima, Yura and ZF.

Leading domestic exhibitors included Autel, AUTOBACS, Black Sesame Technologies, BOP, Bright, Chery, Dali, DDAC, Dongfeng Wheel, EAE, FAWER, GAC Aion, Horizon, Jingwei Hirain, Launch, Li Auto, Lopal, New SORL, Rayton, Sanhua Automotive, SHedrive, Tuopu, VIE, Weifu, WINDA BOTO, Wuling Industry, Yinlun, Yuchai Parts and Zhongding Group Perfusion.

Fringe Events Expand Education and Global Dialogue

The show featured 94 fringe programme events with more than 450 distinguished speakers, bringing together government bodies, associations, industry leaders, research institutes and experts.

Key highlights included:

International Automotive Industry Conference 2025 – CEO Summit
Innovation4Mobility Forums focusing on emerging mobility trends
International Summit on Connected Vehicles Development
Technical Seminar Series on new energy vehicles, ADAS, powertrain innovation and intelligent chassis

The Supply-Demand Matching Series also connected carmakers with component suppliers, strengthening technological collaboration throughout the value chain.

Global Visitor Participation

The exhibition welcomed a record-breaking 253,691 visitors from 190 countries and regions, along with 261 buyer groups representing more than 50 countries and regions.

Top overseas visitor sources: India, Malaysia, Türkiye, South Korea, Thailand, Indonesia, Brazil, UAE, Kazakhstan and Germany.

The show attracted buyers across the entire supply chain, including leading carmakers such as BYD, Ford, Geely, General Motors, Hyundai, Superpanther and XCMG.

Global Media Attention

The 2025 edition received extensive coverage from international trade and mass media across Argentina, Australia, Austria, China, Finland, Germany, Indonesia, Malaysia, South Korea, the UAE, the UK and the US.

Major Chinese media outlets including Xinhua News Agency, Beijing Radio and Television Station, Shanghai Traffic Radio, Zhejiang Media Group and Jiangsu Broadcasting Corporation also highlighted the exhibition.