Automechanika Frankfurt 2026 Innovation

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 […]

Automechanika Frankfurt 2026 Components

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. […]

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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 […]

Automechanika Frankfurt 2026 Technology

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 […]

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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 […]

Automechanika Frankfurt 2026 Components

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 […]

Automechanika Frankfurt 2026 Components

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 […]

Automechanika Frankfurt 2026 Lubricants

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 […]

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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, […]

Components Distribution & Retail

Maya Trading Corporation: 50 Years of Evolving India’s Premium Aftermarket

Established in 1976 by Mr. Jagmohan Singh, Maya Enterprise began as a pioneering importer of premium parts for Mercedes-Benz and other luxury vehicles, sourcing components directly from Singapore and the UAE. The company entered a transformative era in 2004 when his son and current successor, Mr. Rattandeep Singh, joined the family business. Driven by a […]

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DRiV Accelerates India Vision with MS Dhoni Partnership

First-ever global brand ambassador to strengthen DRiV’s House of Brands and support its ambitious growth plans in India’s rapidly evolving automotive aftermarket. As India’s automotive aftermarket continues to evolve into one of the world’s fastest-growing mobility ecosystems, DRiV is reinforcing its long-term commitment through stronger brand positioning, portfolio expansion and deeper customer engagement. The company’s […]

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Autoteknik Canada to Bring the Automotive Industry Together at New Annual Trade Exhibition

The international B2B exhibition will connect global OE suppliers, aftermarket manufacturers, distributors, repair and collision professionals, technology providers, dealership groups, fleet operators and automotive decision-makers at a dedicated industry event in Canada Canada’s automotive industry will gain a new international business platform in 2027 with the launch of Autoteknik Canada, a B2B exhibition connecting original […]

Buses Components

KRN SPH eyes Rapid Expansion with Service-first Strategy

The growing adoption of air-conditioned buses across India, coupled with the rapid electrification of public transport, is creating fresh opportunities for HVAC solution providers. Looking to capitalise on this momentum is KRN HVAC Products (KRN SPH), a joint venture that combines KRN’s manufacturing strengths with Sphere’s long-standing expertise in bus air-conditioning systems. Making its debut […]

Components Distribution & Retail

Kishore Enterprises: Building on Legacy While Adapting to the Modern Aftermarket

With over six decades of experience in India’s automotive aftermarket, International Trading Corporation (ITC) has evolved alongside the country’s commercial vehicle industry. Founded in 1960 by the late Mr. Shyamlal Raheja – father of Mr. Kishore, the business began as a specialist in Jeep components before expanding into truck parts, bearings, engine components and other […]

Automechanika Frankfurt 2026 Lubricants Service & Maintenance

LIQUI MOLY to present solutions for the workshop of tomorrow at Automechanika Frankfurt

Workshop solutions, product safety and new additives characterize this year’s appearance at the world’s leading trade fair for the automotive aftermarket Today’s workshops are facing the challenge of maintaining increasingly complex vehicle technology efficiently and at the same time operating economically. Solutions are required that simplify and speed up processes, avoid errors and make daily […]