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Automechanika Frankfurt opens with 4,400 exhibitors, forward-looking themes and new formats
From 8 to 12 September 2026, the leading international trade fair Automechanika Frankfurt is becoming the global meeting place for the automotive industry. Around 4,400 exhibitors from over 80 countries are presenting innovations for the entire automotive aftermarket and demonstrate how AI, electromobility, digitalisation and autonomous driving are transforming the industry. New formats will foster […]
The “Perfect Match”: HELLA and Hella Gutmann Solutions Equip Workshops for Complex Vehicle Systems
International automotive supplier FORVIA HELLA is presenting the “Perfect Match” together with Hella Gutmann Solutions at Automechanika 2026 in Frankfurt (8–12 September, Hall 9, Stand A 80): the combination of OE expertise and parts expertise contributed by the FORVIA HELLA aftermarket, with AI-supported diagnostics, into an integrated offering for independent workshops from Hella Gutmann Solutions. […]
Bringing Brembo’s innovation back to Frankfurt
Greenance Plus Kit, Brembo’s Euro 7-ready braking solutions leads the company’s latest aftermarket innovations, alongside new applications across discs, pads and campers, as well as brake laid. Bergamo (Italy), 8 September 2026 — As a global leader in mobility innovation, Brembo arrives at Automechanika Frankfurt 2026 with a range of aftermarket innovations designed to expand […]
Automechanika Innovation Awards 2026: Here are this year’s winners
Frankfurt am Main, 8 September 2026. The winners of the Automechanika Innovation Awards were honoured this evening at a gala awards ceremony on the first day of the Automechanika Frankfurt trade fair. The jury recognised innovations in ten categories, including Sustainable Drive Solutions, Smart Workshop & Service Solutions, Advanced Parts & Vehicle Technologies and Circular Economy […]
Bosch’s Connected technology and strong partnerships make workshops even more successful
Mobility is in a state of transformation, with new vehicle technologies, software-based systems, and artificial intelligence ushering in a new era for independent repair shops. Bosch is supporting shops at the forefront of this transition in expanding their range of services, working more efficiently, and tapping into additional business growth opportunities. Bosch is characterizing its […]
FIVA, Opel Classic and the history of the automotive repair trade at Automechanika Frankfurt 2026
Automechanika Frankfurt will put classic vehicles and their growing significance for the automotive aftermarket centre stage in Hall 11.1. The programme includes the FIVA talk on business opportunities in the international historic-vehicle and youngtimer market, the “Classic Car Exhibition” featuring vehicles from Opel Classic, and an exhibition on the history of the automotive repair trade […]
Taiwan opens Flagship Showcase at Automechanika Frankfurt 2026
Taiwan opened its Flagship Showcase at Automechanika Frankfurt today, introducing a program that connects international buyers with automotive components, workshop equipment and manufacturing services from Taiwanese suppliers. The opening introduced the Taiwan Flagship Showcase brand to the automotive sector. The platform is scheduled to appear at major trade shows in Europe, the United States and […]
MAHLE introduces new generation of ArcticPRO® A/C service units
MAHLE today unveiled the new generation of its ArcticPRO® A/C service units at Automechanika Frankfurt 2026. The new product family includes four model variants: ArcticPRO® Tech, Advanced, Expert, and Ultimate, offering the right solution for every workshop size and service volume. A modern, functional design featuring larger touchscreens and an optimized user interface simplifies maintenance […]
Schaeffler launches major aftermarket brand transformation
Schaeffler is bringing its leading aftermarket brands together under one strong brand identity. Starting in Q2 2027, the product brands FAG, INA and LuK will gradually transition to a unified Schaeffler brand presence, giving customers worldwide easier access to the complete portfolio of products, services and digital solutions offered by Schaeffler Vehicle Lifetime Solutions. In […]
Teconnex inaugurates SaveGuard manufacturing facility in Pune
A significant milestone for Teconnex and the Hexadex Group as the new SaveGuard manufacturing facility was inaugurated in Pune. Beyond expanding into advanced thermal and acoustic solutions, the facility reflects a larger ambition; to build India as a key manufacturing and engineering hub. With Vision 30 targeting ₹500 crore by 2030, the focus is clear: […]
Klea® Edge™ 444A An alternative air conditioning refrigerant for the automotive aftermarket
Automotive air-conditioning is undergoing a major shift across Europe as legacy refrigerant R-134a is being phased down under the European Union’s revised F-Gas Regulation and the global Kigali Amendment, due to its high Global Warming Potential (GWP). The industry has already shifted from R-134a to R-1234yf in newer vehicles, as manufacturers have redesigned systems to […]
Xtra Precision Screws Engineering Strength, One Fastener at a Time
Every machine that moves, every structure that stands and every vehicle that runs relies on something small but essential: the fastener. In Rohtak, Haryana, Xtra Precision Screws Private Limited (XPS) has built its business around mastering this critical component through precision engineering, manufacturing capability and quality-focused processes. What began as a fastener manufacturing company has […]
Liqui Moly Building Momentum in India’s Evolving Aftermarket
Liqui Moly’s business in India has matured significantly over the past two years, with the company strengthening its focus on customer development, expanding its partner network and supporting workshops with innovative solutions to address their day-to-day challenges. According to Mr. Gunda Balasubrahmanyam, Export – Indian Sub Continent, Liqui Moly, the company has built a growing […]
Growth Opportunities in India’s Commercial Vehicle Aftermarket Components Ecosystem
By Turab Ali Khan, Principal Consultant, Mobility Growth Advisory, Frost & Sullivan India’s commercial vehicle (CV) fleet operates under demanding duty cycles. Trucks and buses cover long, overloaded, pothole-ridden routes in extreme heat and dust, and fleet operators run their vehicles hard because uptime is directly tied to revenue. This is precisely why the aftermarket, […]