The Shenzhen Auto Parts Exhibition (APCEX) upholds the guiding principles of “service, exchange, and cooperation,” dedicating itself to advancing the development of China’s automotive parts industry. The event encompasses a comprehensive range of product categories, including engines, lubricants, electrical components, and vehicle maintenance equipment, providing an efficient platform for product showcasing, technical exchanges, business negotiations, and brand promotion. Adhering to a strategy
The Exhibition Value of the Shenzhen Auto Parts Expo (APCEX)
- China’s largest auto parts exhibition—boasting the highest number of professional visitors and the strongest industry influence: The National Auto Parts Fair and National Auto Parts Procurement Fair (APCEX, also known as the National Auto Parts Expo) is co-organized by authoritative bodies including the China Federation of Industry and Commerce’s Automotive and Motorcycle Parts & Accessories Chamber of Commerce, the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade’s Automotive Division, and Jiuzhou International. It stands as one of the largest and most influential specialized exhibitions in China’s auto parts sector. Held twice annually—spring in Shenzhen and autumn in other cities—the event serves as a comprehensive platform integrating product showcases, technical exchanges, business negotiations, and brand promotion.
- A one-stop procurement platform covering the entire industry chain: The expo encompasses the full spectrum of industry categories, including engine assemblies and components, chassis systems, body parts, automotive electricals, lubricants and additives, automotive accessories, automotive electronics, vehicle maintenance equipment and tools, new-energy vehicle parts, commercial vehicle components, and modification parts. From core components to everyday automotive supplies, and from traditional auto parts to next-generation NEV components, exhibitors can seamlessly connect with buyers across all stages of the value chain—from product display and brand exposure to commercial negotiations.
- Precise matchmaking with global key buyers and purchasing decision-makers: Anchored in Shenzhen yet reaching out globally, the 2025 edition of the Shenzhen expo will exceed 320,000 square meters in total exhibition space, attracting over 300,000 visitor‑buyers. More than 10,000 overseas professionals are expected to attend, with 35 international buyer delegations from 19 countries participating—71% of whom hold director‑level positions and wield decisive authority over procurement decisions. Concurrently, the expo hosts tailored business‑matching sessions for international buyers, precisely aligning suppliers with specific purchasing needs to forge preliminary cooperation agreements.
- Unique value for Chinese enterprises—strategic catalyst for expanding into South China and pursuing cross‑border growth: Situated at the heart of the Guangdong–Hong Kong–Macao Greater Bay Area, Shenzhen enjoys close proximity to Hong Kong and Guangzhou, serving as the regional hub for the automotive industry cluster in South China. Its strategic advantages in cross‑border trade and logistics further facilitate expansion into Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and other overseas markets. Co‑hosted with five thematic exhibitions—including the Shenzhen International Smart Mobility Expo, the Auto Modification Expo, and the Intelligent Vehicle Expo—the event achieves end-to-end coverage across the entire value chain, from complete vehicles to components, aftermarket services, and automotive culture. Exhibitors can thus engage with automakers, modification specialists, mobility service providers, and other diverse customer segments.
- A cutting-edge forum for technological innovation and industry trends: The expo features dedicated zones such as the New Energy Three‑Electric Systems Pavilion and the Intelligent Connected Technologies Zone, spotlighting emerging areas like NEV components (batteries, motors, electronic control units) and advanced intelligent driving technologies. Concurrently, more than 70 international summits and technical forums address pressing topics including new energy, cross‑border expansion, and automotive modification. Participating companies gain invaluable insights into industry-wide shifts toward electrification, intelligence, and globalization.
- Deep connections with high‑level forums and industry resources: Alongside the expo, events such as the International Buyer Business‑Matching Session, the High‑Quality Development Forum on Overseas Expansion of the Auto Parts Industry, the Supply‑Demand Matching Conference, and the “China Automotive Circular Economy and New Energy Development Forum” bring together leading industry voices. With partnerships spanning 80 countries and regions, the organizing committee ensures efficient coordination of overseas orders. Exhibitors can promptly access critical information on policy updates, market trends, and cross‑border trade dynamics within the auto parts sector.
- Shenzhen’s locational and industrial advantages: As the central engine of the Guangdong–Hong Kong–Macao Greater Bay Area, Shenzhen boasts state-of-the-art convention and exhibition facilities and an exceptionally convenient global transportation network. Leveraging its strategic position as the regional hub for the South China automotive industry cluster and a key cross‑border trade nexus, APCEX provides exhibitors with a powerful platform to connect with both local and international markets.