Automechanika Dubai 2026

Automechanika Dubai is Messe Frankfurt's automotive aftermarket trade show for the Middle East and Africa, part of a global Automechanika portfolio of 16 events. It gathers manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, wholesalers, workshop professionals and fleet operators to source products and technology across the entire vehicle value chain. After 22 editions at the Dubai World Trade Centre, the 2026 show moves to the larger Dubai Exhibition Centre at Expo City Dubai.

Product sections

The exhibition is organised into 11 dedicated product sections covering the full aftermarket.

• Parts & Components
• Electrics & Electronics
• Connectivity & Autonomous Driving
• Accessories & Customising
• Tyres & Wheels
• Car Wash, Care & Detailing
• Oils, Lubricants & Fuels
• Diagnostics & Repair
• Body & Paint
• Digital Solutions & Services
• Batteries & Technology

Conferences, workshops and features

Around the show floor runs a programme of free knowledge sessions, technical training and competitions.

• Aftermarket Central knowledge hub
• Innovation4Mobility zone for new mobility
• Fleet FWD on telematics, AI and fleet
• LABX Conference on additives and base oils
• Modern Workshop technical training
• AfriConnections buyer-seller networking for Africa
• Training & Development
• Automechanika Dubai Awards
• Grand Tour and PitStop challenges

Who should visit

The show is open to trade professionals only; under-18s are not admitted.

• Manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, importers and retailers
• Government authorities, customs, police and utility fleets
• Garages, workshops, service centres, tuners and dealerships
• Logistics, insurance and fleet service providers

New venue

The Dubai Exhibition Centre offers column-free halls, direct Dubai Metro access via Expo 2020 Station and over 10,000 parking spaces. The organiser expects 1,500+ exhibitors and 30,000+ trade buyers in 2026.