22 – 24 May 2025 Chengdu, China

Welcome to CAPAS!

The southwest China region, led by the Chengdu-Chongqing economic circle, is pivotal in driving national economic growth, particularly in the automotive industry. The 11th Chengdu International Trade Fair for Automotive Parts and Aftermarket Services (CAPAS) will showcase cutting-edge automotive technologies like car connectivity and vehicle electrification, along with innovations in logistics. Special focus will be on customisation to celebrate local driving culture and meet consumer demands.

As a platform for business exchange, trade investment, and collaboration between industry and education in Southwest China, the event aims to foster talent development, technological exchanges, and employment services. Emphasis will also be on integrating technological innovations and AI in the aftermarket to promote high-quality development in the region.

CAPAS is scheduled to take place at the Chengdu Century City New International Convention and Exhibition Center from May 22 to 24, 2025. Here are the key details:

Exhibition area: 50,000 sqm
Exhibitors: 720 (Expected)
Visitors: 20,853 (2024)
Fringe events: 20+

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Explore the potential of Southwest China's automotive market

Facts & figures

CAPAS has generated tremendous responses and has become one of the leading platforms for the automotive industry in Southwest China

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“We were pleased to find that both the quantity and quality of visitors at our booths exceeded our expectations. In addition to distributors from the Southwest region, we also met many overseas buyers. The comprehensive range of product categories, fringe events and business matching services at CAPAS helped audiences to learn more about our products and find targeted partners.”

Exhibitor, LPR (Zhuhai) Auto Parts Ltd,
Ms Killy Yao, IAM Sales Manager

“With Mexico being China’s top vehicle export destination in Latin America, we’re excited that several Chinese new energy vehicle brands plan to establish local manufacturing operations within our country. This event allows us to not only source our targeted products, but also to explore the diverse range of offerings in the country’s new energy vehicle sector.”

Professional buyer, Direcciones Hidráulicas “Marco”,
Mr Marco Estrada, CEO

“To keep pace with recent trends in automotive intelligence, connectivity and electrification, today’s students must be equipped with knowledge in areas ranging from electric vehicles to data analysis and more. We are grateful to CAPAS for providing a platform that allows us to directly connect with relevant companies, as this is important for tackling the skills gap in the market”

Speaker, Geely University of China,
Ms Lili Xi, Director of the International Cooperation and Exchange Department

“I learnt a lot from the New Energy Vehicle Diagnostics and Repair Skills Training. It was my first exposure to the brand, TBA’s repair technologies for Tesla vehicles, and the career talk by a lecturer at Chengdu Wantong Future Advanced Technical School gave me inspiration for my future career path.”

Visitor, Chengdu Engineering Techniacl Vocational School,
Mr Xuan Zeng, Student

“Seeing one of the vehicles used in a film production was a definite highlight. At the festival, I established partnerships with several suppliers of custom vehicle wraps and colour wrap films. This experience gave me fresh inspiration for growing my business in the future, helped me stay on top of market trends and new product offerings, and share knowledge within our industry community.”

Visitor, Sichuan Nanchong Zhergen Auto Shop,
Mr Ling Duan, Director