With intelligent technologies and new energy transforming the automotive industry, car owners demand more transparent, high-quality, and efficient maintenance and care. In response, innovations like remote monitoring, preventative diagnostics, electronic inspections, and automated maintenance are refining procedures, making aftermarket services more efficient, standardised, and digitalised. By highlighting these new technologies, the 74th edition of the Auto Maintenance and Repair Expo (AMR), scheduled for 13 to 15 April 2026 at the Capital International Exhibition and Convention Center, Beijing, enables maintenance workshops to widen their scopes and strengthen their capabilities.
AMR is a key trade show for China’s automotive aftermarket, serving as a gateway for trade, information exchange, and talent development, helping workshops identify opportunities and connecting these players with resources to enhance value. This edition will reflect digital and intelligent transformation through smart diagnostics solutions, internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle and new energy vehicle (NEV) maintenance, car care, customising, and more.
Increasing efficiency and lowering costs of NEV repair
With the impact of electrification, standardised NEV maintenance is essential in the aftermarket. For instance, data‑driven technologies such as remote diagnostics and intelligent analysis facilitate a shift from reactive to proactive maintenance, while improving first‑time fix rates. AMR will spotlight these technologies and solutions, addressing the NEV repair challenges arising from growing car ownership, technological advancements, safety concerns for high-voltage systems, and the need for battery inspections.
For example, debuting at the show, Guheng Energy will deliver diagnostics and testing systems for NEVs, focusing on batteries, motors, and electronic control systems. Designed for automated reporting across various vehicle models and integrated with cloud-based technologies for better efficiency, products include battery pack testers, air‑tightness devices, high‑voltage control systems, and inspection devices.
Anche, AUTOOL, Cosber, Huayan, Unite, Uni-Trend and Xtool will unveil NEV maintenance products, including high‑voltage safety testing solutions, battery inspection and disassembly equipment, and analytics tools for electrical driving systems. Together, these equip workshops with comprehensive support for servicing NEVs and ensure more reliable procedures.
Supporting ICE within new business models
Although maintenance practices are evolving to accommodate NEVs, ICE vehicle repair and maintenance remains a crucial revenue generator for workshops. Considering this, exhibitors at AMR continue to showcase innovative equipment, advanced technologies and new service models for workshops catering to ICE vehicles.
Within this sector, Beiqing Zhongyu will present eco‑friendly paint booths for refinishing damaged vehicles; Bright, Dali, and Nexion will feature lifting, alignment, and tyre care solutions; Haide will display ADAS calibration systems with precision sensors; and Vulcan will highlight welding and structural repair equipment for vehicle restorations.
Additionally, Baoshun and CAR Manage will showcase digital solutions, including repair processes for engines and electronics, project management tools, and smart marketing tools to optimise operations and customer conversion. Meanwhile, Zoren will bring core components for fuel, chassis, and electronics that boost repair speed and first-time fix rates.
Increasing importance of car washing, detailing, and customising
More key revenue drivers for repair shops include washing, detailing, and customising, driven by demand for style, comfort, and personalisation. Highlighted exhibitors within this trending sector include Goodyear’s EP series windshield wipers that ensure visibility during rain; Haobang’s high-end seating suite; Reflek’s advanced window films with superior heat reflection and UV blocking; and SENKIA Technology’s engine maintenance products, fuel additives, and air conditioning care solutions.
Creating an integrated industry ecosystem through diverse fringe events
As technological innovation and talent development reshape the aftermarket, collaboration and education are crucial. The Maintenance and Repair Workshop Series addresses this through interactive sessions emphasising NEVs, digital and intelligent repair and maintenance, sheet metal painting, commercial vehicle maintenance, and used car restorations. Notably, DeepNeuro Assess, a digital solutions provider, will showcase the shift from an experience-based to a data-driven approach through AI-powered smart diagnostics systems for data analysis. The systems empower mechanics by enabling real-time collaboration between technicians, AI systems, and experts through remote consultations.
In addition, as restoration emerges as a new specialty in automotive maintenance, workshops require standardised restoration practices. Under the workshop series, demonstrations will focus on recovering exterior and interior components, inspections of structural integrity, power and electrical systems, and quality checks. Sessions such as this aim to enhance efficiency by encouraging service centres to develop consistent processes.
To further support maintenance shops, a range of skills competitions will offer opportunities for upskilling and business expansion. Notably, the National Vocational Skills Competition (Paint Finishing) will feature dent repairing, paint refinishing, and data restoration. Meanwhile, the National Creative Film Application Skills Contest will underscore trends driven by the rising popularity of NEVs among younger consumers, creating new opportunities in decoration, renovation, and customisation.
Also responding to market demand, the China Automotive Aftermarket Conference will gather experts and organisations from the global and domestic aftermarket to explore worldwide developments and in turn, foster international cooperation. Here, consultants from developed markets like Europe and the US will share insights on advanced systems and technologies. The conference will also provide growth opportunities and explore prospects in emerging markets such as Africa, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and more.
The Auto Maintenance and Repair Expo (AMR) is co-organised by China Automotive Maintenance Equipment Industry Association (CAMEIA), China Automotive Maintenance and Repair Association (CAMRA), Messe Frankfurt (Shanghai) Co Ltd and China National Machinery Industry International Co Ltd (Sinomachint). The fair is one of the some 40 global events under Messe Frankfurt’s Mobility and Logistics sector.
Please contact Messe Frankfurt (Shanghai) Co Ltd at +86 400 613 8585, visit www.amr-china.cn or email amr@china.messefrankfurt.com for further enquiries.
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