From discovering new products and seeing tools in action to gaining business insights and building industry connections, AAPEX offers automotive aftermarket professionals a programme designed to make time away from their businesses worthwhile.
The organiser’s suggested itinerary brings together product discovery, education, hands-on demonstrations and networking across the Venetian Expo and AAPEX Forum. Attendees can use a complimentary shuttle or discounted monorail to reach the AAPEX Forum.
The night before Day 1
Meet the industry’s leading players
Monday, 2 November 2026 | 18:00–19:30
The Opening Reception at the AAPEX Forum gives attendees an opportunity to meet peers from across the industry before the show floor opens.
Day 1: products, insights and connections
Discover the year’s newest products
09:00
Explore products across the Venetian Expo and AAPEX Forum, with dedicated sections for remanufacturing, AI and business services, undercar, underhood and more.
Spot this year’s standout products
Mid-morning
The Product Showcases offer a curated setting in which to explore some of the year’s most innovative products beyond the main exhibition floor.
Build your leadership and business knowledge
10:30–11:30
The session Are You Ready to Step Up Into Leadership? forms part of the free on-floor education programme. Other sessions cover topics ranging from business leadership to shop ownership, with options for people in different industry roles.
Turn lunch into new connections
11:00–13:00
Buyers can show their red badge to enjoy the free Buyers Lunch at the AAPEX Forum. It provides an opportunity to continue conversations and refuel for the afternoon without leaving the floor.
Get the outlook for 2027
14:00–15:00
The AAPEX General Sessions on Aftermarket Outlook and Trends will present forecasts and market intelligence to help attendees understand the year ahead and inform their business planning.
Discover brands you might have missed
15:00–17:00
The Exhibitor Booth Crawl takes attendees from booth to booth for demonstrations, giveaways and celebrity appearances, offering another way to discover brands and products.
See it before you buy it
All day
Joe’s Garage, AAPEX’s simulated automotive workshop on the show floor, offers hands-on product demonstrations. Visitors can see tools in action before making purchasing decisions.
Connect over shared challenges
16:00–18:00
Beers & Gears offers an informal opportunity to meet people facing similar challenges across the aftermarket. Drinks, conversation and even the possibility of a new tattoo are part of the experience, which is one of the free networking opportunities at AAPEX.
Plan your visit
The programme brings together practical demonstrations, product discovery, market intelligence and opportunities to make new connections. Attendees are encouraged to secure their badge and plan their time at the event.
For registration and further information, visit www.aapexshow.com or email
AAPEX is co-owned by MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers and the Auto Care Association.
Source and photographs: AAPEX. Programme times are reproduced from the organiser’s supplied information.