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Chengdu International Trade Fair for Automotive Parts and Aftermarket Services (CAPAS) press releases

2025
3 Jun 2025

CAPAS 2025 concludes with a record-breaking participation, injecting momentum into Southwest China’s automotive industry

The Chengdu International Trade Fair for Automotive Parts and Aftermarket Services (CAPAS Chengdu) concluded on 24 May 2025 at the Chengdu Century City New International Exhibition and Convention Center. The 11th edition set new records in terms of scale and exhibitor participation. It showcased the latest advancements in new energy and connectivity across the entire supply chain, highlighting the progress of transformation in Southwest China’s automotive industry. A line-up of 23 events centred on technological innovation, industry-education integration, supply chain cooperation, and automotive culture. As a key platform connecting the regional and global market, CAPAS will continue to inject strong momentum into the green transformation and development of the automotive industry.
21 May 2025

CAPAS 2025 opens tomorrow highlighting innovations in Southwest China’s automotive industry

The 11th Chengdu International Trade Fair for Automotive Parts and Aftermarket Services (CAPAS Chengdu) opens from 22 to 24 May 2025 at the Chengdu Century City New International Exhibition and Convention Center. With a record 52,000 sqm of exhibition space, the show will house 773 exhibitors showcasing innovations across the supply chain, focusing on new energy and connectivity. Additionally, 23 concurrent events will cover talent development, supply chain, international collaboration, and the region’s automotive culture. With visitors from over 40 overseas countries and regions expected, 26 local provinces and 50 buyer groups, CAPAS supports business exchange, trade investment and the incorporation of industry and education in the automotive sector, aligning with growth in the Chengdu-Chongqing Dual-city Economic Rim.
7 Apr 2025

CAPAS 2025 supports automotive industry in Southwest China to stay ahead of emerging trends

The 11th Chengdu International Trade Fair for Automotive Parts and Aftermarket Services (CAPAS) will take place from 22 to 24 May 2025 at the Chengdu Century City New International Exhibition and Convention Center. Spanning across 50,000 sqm of exhibition space, the fair is set to host over 720 exhibitors to highlight key advancements in Southwest China’s automotive industry, focusing on new energy and connectivity. With a line-up of unique activities and more than 20 fringe events centred around technological innovation and AI, CAPAS aims to foster the transformation and sustainable growth of the regional automotive market by providing a platform for business exchange, trade investment and the incorporation of industry and education.
22 May 2024

As 10th edition wraps, CAPAS 2024 hailed for advancing automotive innovation

The Chengdu International Trade Fair for Automotive Parts and Aftermarket Services (CAPAS) concluded on 18 May 2024 at the Chengdu Century City New International Exhibition and Convention Center. Serving as a platform for business exchange, trade investment, and collaboration between industry and education in Southwest China, the event’s 10th edition set new records in terms of exhibitor numbers and visitor count, representing an increase of 11 and 22 percent from the last edition respectively. Key trends highlighted at the exhibition included green development, new energy and connected mobility, talent nurturing and international cooperation.
14 May 2024

CAPAS 2024 opens this week to facilitate the automotive industry in Southwest China

The Chengdu International Trade Fair for Automotive Parts and Aftermarket Services (CAPAS) will celebrate its 10th edition from 16 to 18 May 2024. With an exhibition space spanning 50,000 sqm to house 690 domestic and international exhibitors, the fair features the latest achievements and trends in new energy vehicles, connected mobility, and aftersales services. Emphasising a growing contribution to the integration of industry and education, a series of fringe events are set to drive talent development in support of the sustainable growth of the region’s automotive industry. So far, visitors that have already pre-registered include players from 32 overseas countries and regions, as well as those from 27 domestic provinces and municipalities and 46 buyer groups.
2 Apr 2024

CAPAS celebrates 10 editions of advancing the automotive industry in Southwest China

The 10th edition of the Chengdu International Trade Fair for Automotive Parts and Aftermarket Services (CAPAS) will take place from 16 to 18 May 2024 at the Chengdu Century City New International Exhibition & Convention Center. Rooted in the Southwest China automotive industry, CAPAS has witnessed the rapid growth of the automotive industry in the region over the past decade. With over 650 exhibitors across 50,000 sqm of expected exhibition space, this edition will further integrate the regional resources from the government, industry players and media, to provide a platform for business exchange, trade investment and incorporation of industry and education.

26 May 2023

Automotive players empowered by the green development of the industry at CAPAS 2023

The Chengdu International Trade Fair for Automotive Parts and Aftermarket Services (CAPAS) concluded on 20 May 2023 at the Chengdu Century City New International Exhibition and Convention Center. With new energy vehicles (NEVs), connected mobility, electrification and green repair as key focuses, the three-day show saw an array of innovative product showcases. In addition, a collection of insightful fringe events drew attention to the dynamic development of Southwest China’s automotive industry.
16 May 2023

CAPAS 2023 opens this week, fuelling a strong boost for automotive development in Southwest China

The ninth Chengdu International Trade Fair for Automotive Parts and After-market Services (CAPAS) will take place from 18 to 20 May 2023 at the Chengdu Century City New International Exhibition & Convention Center. With 620 exhibiting companies converging across 48,000 sqm of exhibition space, the show will offer insight into business opportunities and new prospects for automotive development in Southwest China.

5 May 2023

CAPAS Arbour Day 2023 cues putting green ideas into practice

The organisers of Chengdu International Trade Fair for Automotive Parts and Aftermarket Services (CAPAS) hosted a site visit at the show’s afforestation project to celebrate Arbour Day. On 5 May 2023, a Sichuan and Chongqing media delegation, group of exhibitors and representatives from related authorities travelled to Meishan, Sichuan to see that the trees planted in 2017 are flourishing. The Arbour Day event, combined with pre-show media briefing, acknowledged the green ideas in the automotive industry contributing to the environmental sustainability of Southwest China.
13 Mar 2023

CAPAS 2023 helps to carve out a new phase for the Southwest China’s automotive industry

The Chengdu International Trade Fair for Automotive Parts and Aftermarket Services (CAPAS) will take place from 18 to 20 May 2023 at the Chengdu Century City New International Exhibition & Convention Center. The show will continue to actively promote trade opportunities and the advancement of the automotive industry in Southwest China by hosting an expected 550 exhibitors across 40,000 sqm of space. In this regard, showcases and value-added events offer an all-round platform for industrial development and stimulating the consumer market.

24 Aug 2022

Players eye up opportunities in Southwest China’s automotive industry emphasised at CAPAS 2022

The Chengdu International Trade Fair for Automotive Parts and Aftermarket Services (CAPAS) concluded on 20 August 2022 at the Chengdu Century City New International Exhibition and Convention Center. The three-day show saw an array of innovative product showcases and customised services. A collection of fringe events not only helped fairgoers achieve results that were more valuable but also spotlighted unique characteristics of the growing Southwest China auto industry.

17 Aug 2022

CAPAS 2022 opens tomorrow with targeted services to lift the Southwest China market

The 8th Chengdu International Trade Fair for Automotive Parts and Aftermarket Services (CAPAS) will open tomorrow (18 August 2022). The three-day event hosts 407 exhibitors across 35,000 sqm of the Chengdu Century City New International Exhibition & Convention Center. Prominent exhibitors include Faret, Huiyuan, Geely, Kain Auto, Rzoil, Sichuan New Energy Vehicle Innovation Center, WM Motor, Yingling, JAC Group, Yousheng and Zoomlion. This year, CAPAS will assemble industry resources across services that support business exchange, network expansion and regional investment. Targeted events also offer the latest market information to nurture opportunities in the automotive industry.
21 Jul 2022

CAPAS 2022 returns in four weeks with a wide range of resources to explore

Rooted in the heart of Southwest China, the Chengdu International Trade Fair for Automotive Parts and Aftermarket Services (CAPAS) has an extensive network within the regional and national automotive industry. Owing to the last seven successful editions, the fair is now an established platform in the surrounding provinces for business promotion, information sharing and education. For the 2022 show, a series of events will energise the industry before and during the physical exhibition from 18 to 20 August at the Chengdu Century City New International Exhibition & Convention Center.
22 Apr 2022

Messe Frankfurt reschedules CAPAS 2022 and Auto Maintenance & Repair Expo 2022

In view of the evolving pandemic situation in China, the Government has escalated a number of COVID-19 prevention and control measures. To align with these efforts, Messe Frankfurt is rescheduling two of its Mobility & Logistics fairs in the country. CAPAS Chengdu will move to 18 – 20 August 2022, instead of the original timeslot (19 – 21 May 2022). In addition, the Auto Maintenance and Repair Expo (AMR) will be held in Tianjin from 23 – 26 March 2023 (in place of 27 – 30 May 2022).

16 Mar 2022

CAPAS 2022 plays up Chengdu-Chongqing opportunities as Southwest auto industry hits the speed highway

Sitting at the heart of Southwest China, Chengdu and Chongqing’s integrated resources offer an important regional transportation hub. The strategic alliance of the cities aims to promote economic growth, as well as facilitate trade and development in the surrounding areas. In 2021, an investment of RMB 1.57 trillion (approximately USD 250 billion) also aided 67 projects geared towards establishing infrastructure across the two cities[1]. These activities are accelerating the advancement of the regional automotive industry in a mission to become a world-class auto industry cluster[2].

25 May 2021

CAPAS 2021 closes, spotlighting trends that promote development in Southwest China’s automotive industry

The seventh edition of the Chengdu International Trade Fair for Automotive Parts and Aftermarket Services (CAPAS) closed its doors on 22 May 2021 at the Chengdu Century City New International Exhibition and Convention Center. Across the three-day show, the fair reflected market trends, facilitated business exchange and embraced investment in the region. Further to this, themed zones including the new Chengdu-Chongqing Dual-city Economic Rim zone, as well as a series of fringe events were received well by participating industry players.

19 May 2021

CAPAS 2021 opens tomorrow with a new zone to drive automotive industry development in Southwest China

The Chengdu International Trade Fair for Automotive Parts and Aftermarket Services (CAPAS) opens tomorrow (20 May 2021) at the Chengdu Century City New International Exhibition and Convention Center. The three-day fair sets to host 535 exhibitors across 40,000 sqm of exhibition space, and acts as a gateway for business exchange, network expansion and investment. It spotlights developments in the regional automotive market in line with the Chengdu-Chongqing developmental plan, as well as opportunities in new energy, connected mobility and the aftermarket.

30 Apr 2021

CAPAS 2021 leverages online-to-offline services to promote Dual Circulation in Southwest China’s automotive market

The Chengdu International Trade Fair for Automotive Parts and Aftermarket Services (CAPAS) provides a window into Southwest China’s automotive industry, shedding a light on the growing market opportunities. The show promotes sustainable industry development by responding to the Dual Circulation policy and the Chengdu-Chongqing developmental plan. On top of a variety of onsite fringe events, CAPAS offers even more digital services that help to bridge business exchange amongst international and local industry players.
4 Feb 2021

CAPAS 2021 debuts the Chengdu-Chongqing Dual-city Economic Rim zone for sustainable automotive growth

The Chengdu International Trade Fair for Automotive Parts and Aftermarket Services (CAPAS) returns from 20 to 22 May 2021. The show will debut the Chengdu-Chongqing Dual-city Economic Rim zone to highlight the latest regional development strategy for the automotive value chain. The fair also plans to expand its representation of connected mobility in the new energy vehicle sector in addition to the aftermarket. Industry leaders across the show floor and fringe events will reveal the region’s potential in auto manufacturing, as well as foster sustainable advancement across the auto supply chain.

17 Apr 2020

CAPAS defers to 2021

Following the Chinese Government’s initiatives to prevent and control the COVID-19 outbreak, the organisers of the Chengdu International Trade Fair for Automotive Parts and Aftermarket Services (CAPAS) have announced the defer of the show’s 2020 edition. The fair, originally scheduled from 21 to 23 May 2020, will now be held from 20 to 22 May 2021.
17 Jan 2020

CAPAS 2020 pinpoints new energy sector to drive continuous growth in Southwest China’s automotive market

Serving as a business gateway into Southwest China’s evolving automotive market and supply chain, the Chengdu International Trade Fair for Automotive Parts and Aftermarket Services (CAPAS) has gradually risen, becoming one of the region’s most reputable automotive trading platforms. In 2020, CAPAS will turn its spotlight onto the E-mobility & Infrastructure zone. The zone debuted back in 2016, and since then, it has continued to advance alongside the growing market. This year, the fair will strengthen its product categories, scope of onsite services, as well as the number of fringe events that serve the needs of all industry players.

6 Jun 2019

CAPAS 2019 closed, driving the market development of Southwest China through new events and enhanced services

The sixth edition of the Chengdu International Trade Fair for Automotive Parts and Aftermarket Services (CAPAS) concluded to a high note on 25 May 2019 at the Chengdu Century City New International Exhibition & Convention Center in China. Sitting at the centre of the Southwest China automotive industry, the three-day show achieved a number of new records.
22 May 2019

CAPAS 2019 opens with more innovation responding to the Southwest China market

The sixth edition of the Chengdu International Trade Fair for Automotive Parts and Aftermarket Services (CAPAS) opens from 23 to 25 May 2019 at the Chengdu Century City New International Exhibition & Convention Center in China. Sitting at the centre of a promising automotive market in the Southwest, the fair hosts 612 domestic and overseas exhibitors across the 48,000 sqm exhibition space.
10 May 2019

CAPAS 2019 brings upgraded Accessories & Customising zone

The sixth edition of the Chengdu International Trade Fair for Automotive Parts and Aftermarket Services (CAPAS) is set to host around 600 exhibitors from 23 to 25 May 2019. The fair will cover 45,000 sqm of exhibition space at the Chengdu Century City New International Exhibition & Convention Center.
6 May 2019

CAPAS 2019 responds to local demand and addresses challenges in the market

The sixth edition of the Chengdu International Trade Fair for Automotive Parts and Aftermarket Services (CAPAS) is set to open on 23 to 25 May 2019 at the Chengdu Century City New International Exhibition & Convention Center in China. This year, professional buyers can explore a diverse range of products and services, as well as the latest industry trends from 600 exhibitors throughout the 45,000 sqm show floor. The highly anticipated Tyre sector will also debut during the three-day show.

12 Mar 2019

The CAPAS Arbour Day held successfully to support the green initiative of Southwest China

CAPAS Arbour Day was jointly organised by the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade, the Automotive Sub-Council (CCPIT-Auto), Messe Frankfurt (Shanghai) Co Ltd and the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade, Sichuan Council (CCPIT-Sichuan) and was supported by the Sichuan province. Held in Meishan, Sichuan on 12 March 2019, the event welcomed a number of exhibiting companies and automotive industry organisations to participate in the tree planting ceremony.
22 Jan 2019

CAPAS 2019 returns and continues to serve as a centralised platform for Southwest China’s automotive industry

The sixth edition of the Chengdu International Trade Fair for Automotive Parts and Aftermarket Services (CAPAS), will take place from 23 – 25 May 2019 at the Chengdu Century City New International Exhibition & Convention Center. With Sichuan considered as a key hub for automotive procurement, supply and manufacturing in the Southwest region of China, the show will host over 600 exhibitors in over 45,000 sqm of space, all of whom will be showcasing their latest products and services.

29 Jun 2018

CAPAS 2018 closes, supporting the transformation of Southwest China’s automotive industry

The fifth edition of The Chengdu International Trade Fair for Automotive Parts and Aftermarket Services (CAPAS) successfully concluded on 26 May 2018, at the Chengdu Century City New International Convention and Exhibition Center in China. As a leading platform for the automotive industry in Southwest China, this year CAPAS gathered 583 exhibitors (12% increase) from China, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Japan, Korea, Singapore, Spain, Taiwan and the US. Each of these industry leaders gathered together with 18,016 visitors (4% increase) across 45,000sqm of exhibition space.
31 May 2018

CAPAS 2018 records elevated figures to serve Southwest China’s automotive industry evolution

The 5th edition of the Chengdu International Trade Fair for Automotive Parts and Aftermarket Services (CAPAS), which was held from 24 – 26 May 2018 at the Chengdu Century City New International Exhibition & Convention Center, has concluded with a resounding success. As a one-stop trading platform for business, information exchange and investment for the automotive industry in Southwest China, CAPAS received significantly higher participation figures in 2018 across 45,000sqm of exhibition space:
23 May 2018

Fifth edition of CAPAS opens, welcoming flourishing Southwest China’s automotive prospects

The fifth edition of Chengdu International Trade Fair for Automotive Parts and Aftermarket Services (CAPAS) is opening its doors from 24 May 2018. Keeping a strong foothold in the fast-evolving automotive industry in China, CAPAS has established itself as a leading service platform in the southwest region, continuing to provide extensive opportunities to participants. This year is expected to gather around 583 exhibitors, which has increased by 12% compared to 2017, and occupying 45,000 sqm of exhibition space. Over 20,000 international visitors are expected to attend.
30 Apr 2018

CAPAS 2018: Well rounded fringe events shed light on Southwest China’s upgrading automotive industry

The highly anticipated show, the Chengdu International Trade Fair for Automotive Parts and Aftermarket Services (CAPAS), will take place from 24 – 26 May 2018 at the Chengdu Century City New International Exhibition & Convention Center. It is expected to house around 580 exhibitors across 45,000 sqm of exhibition space this year, and will welcome over 20,000 visitors across three days.
8 Mar 2018

CAPAS 2018 optimises product offerings to facilitate Southwest China’s aftermarket transformation

As a leading platform for the automotive industry in Southwest China, the Chengdu International Trade Fair for Automotive Parts and Aftermarket Services (CAPAS) continues to align the region’s automotive industry with the country’s development strategies. The coming edition will be held from 24 – 26 May 2018 at the Chengdu Century City New International Exhibition & Convention Center, China. The fair is expected to house around 580 exhibitors across 45,000 sqm of exhibition space and welcome 20,000 visitors.

15 Nov 2017

CAPAS trade show continues to serve the automotive industry in Southwest China

The Chengdu International Trade Fair for Automotive Parts and Aftermarket Services (CAPAS) proactively caters to regional trends whilst continually expanding its busines network. It has become a leading platform for business, information exchange and investment for the automotive industry in Southwest China, and will be held from 24 – 26 May 2018 at the Chengdu Century City New International Exhibition & Convention Center, China. The fifth edition of the fair is expected to house around 580 exhibitors across 45,000 sqm of exhibition space and welcome 20,000 visitors.

4 Jul 2017

CAPAS 2017 drew to a successful close with climbing number of visitors

For the fourth time running, the Chengdu International Trade Fair for Automotive Parts and Aftermarket Services (CAPAS) received an impressive amount of praise and approval following its conclusion. Held from 25 – 27 May 2017, the fair housed a total of 522 international exhibitors and welcomed 17,378 trade visitors (8% increase) in an exhibition space of 45,000 sqm (29% increase) at the Chengdu Century City New International Exhibition & Convention Center in China.
25 May 2017

The fourth edition of CAPAS opens today; continues its role to support the development of southwestern China

The fourth edition of Chengdu International Trade Fair for Automotive Parts and Aftermarket Services (CAPAS) opens today from 25 – 27 May 2017 at the Chengdu Century City New International Exhibition & Convention Center in China. Taking the centre stage of the promising automotive market in southwestern China, this year’s fair gathers 522 overseas and Chinese exhibitors, occupying 45,000 sqm of exhibition space. Over 16,000 international visitors are expected to attend.
12 May 2017

Sichuan automotive industry looks forward to a strong year following a successful 2016

The fourth edition of the Chengdu International Trade Fair for Automotive Parts and Aftermarket Services (CAPAS) will open its door from 25 – 27 May 2017. Jointly organised by China Council for the Promotion of International Trade, Automotive Sub-Council (CCPIT-Auto); Messe Frankfurt (Shanghai) Co Ltd; and China Council for the Promotion of International Trade, Sichuan Council (CCPIT-Sichuan), the show is a leading one-stop platform for business, information exchange and investment in southwestern China. Taking advantage of the fair’s strategic location, an increasing number of companies are joining this year. More than 750 companies are expected to showcase the latest products and services to over 18,000 international buyers and trade visitors in 35,000 sqm of exhibition space under the roof of the Chengdu Century City New International Exhibition & Convention Center in China.
14 Mar 2017

CAPAS to serve “One Belt, One Road” while advocate environmental protection

The fourth edition of the Chengdu International Trade Fair for Automotive Parts and Aftermarket Services (CAPAS) will be held at the Chengdu Century City New International Exhibition & Convention Center from 25 – 27 May 2017. CAPAS is one of the 10 branded shows listed in “The Reform and Development of Exhibition Industry in Sichuan” programme, and is jointly organised by the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade, Automotive Sub-Council (CCPIT-Auto); Messe Frankfurt (Shanghai) Co Ltd; and China Council for the Promotion of International Trade, Sichuan Council (CCPIT-Sichuan). The show remains steadfast in cultivating the fast-growing automobile market in Southwest China and has become the region’s leading one-stop platform for commerce, exchange of ideas and investment.
16 Dec 2016

CAPAS continues its journey in the automotive market of Southwest China

The fourth edition of the Chengdu International Trade Fair for Automotive Parts and Aftermarket Services (CAPAS) is scheduled to take place from 25 – 27 May 2017 at the Chengdu Century City New International Exhibition & Convention Center, China. Jointly organised by the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade, Automotive Sub-Council (CCPIT-Auto), Messe Frankfurt (Shanghai) Co Ltd and the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade, Sichuan Council (CCPIT-Sichuan). The fair is expected to house over 750 international exhibitors and welcome more than 18,000 visitors and buyers from around the globe.