LAS VEGAS, NEV. – Sept. 27, 2023 – Electric vehicles (EVs) are already transforming the automotive aftermarket and forecasts project 56% of vehicles sold in 2035 will be EVs and 81% in 2045. To prepare attendees for this rapidly expanding market, AAPEX 2023 will introduce the EV Experience to highlight companies on the show floor with the latest EV products and advancements and provide essential training and insights for attendees to thrive in the future. The expert-led education is free and will take place on the new EV Experience Stage, located within Joe’s Garage, Booth J7409, Level 1 of The Venetian Expo.
In addition, the Auto Care Association and MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers – the AAPEX co-owner associations – will deliver the Joint EV Trends and Outlook Forecast – Annual Update, New for 2023 - “Insights on the impact to the service market” with Strategy&, part of The PwC Network, on Tuesday, Oct. 31, 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
The lineup of education sessions in the EV Experience includes:
- Amp Up your EV Skills
- HV Battery Diagnostics of EV Vehicles
- Electric Vehicles; Charging and Converting Energy
- PHEV and BEV Plug-In-Power Tips
- EV Isolation Fault Testing
- The Aftermarket Impact of EVs
- EV 12V Power System: The Purpose and How to Diagnose
- Prestone EV Thermal Management Fluids
- Schaeffler Technology and Products
- Aisin Launches Reman Hybrid Battery Program
- Electrify your Journey with ZF Aftermarket
- Drive Battery Thermal Management: Maintenance and Repair
- EV Future: Is the Automotive Service Provider Ready?
- It's more than a shock! How Servicing EVs Changes the Game When it Comes to Shop Safety
Attendees should visit the following companies that will be showcasing their EV products and advancements on the show floor:
- Aisin World Corp of America – A4657
- Autel – A1432, Bay 8, J8215
- Delphi – A5027
- Garage Gurus – Bay 6, J8516
- JohnDow Industries, Inc. – J7629
- AVI partnering with Launch Tech – A2250
- Midtronics – A4846
- Prestone – A2638
- Schaeffler – A2232
- Standard Motor Products Inc. – A4226
- TOPDON USA – A240
- ZF – A5057
For more information and a full Schedule of Events, visit the EV Experience at AAPEX.
AAPEX will take place Tuesday, Oct. 31 through Thursday, Nov. 2, at The Venetian Expo.
About AAPEX
AAPEX unites the more than $1.8 trillion global automotive aftermarket industry and historically draws approximately 2,500 exhibiting companies from around the globe that display innovative products, services and technologies that keep the world’s 1.5 billion vehicles on the road. AAPEX provides advanced technical and business management training for professionals to maintain excellence and take their businesses to the next level. Industry buyers include automotive service and repair professionals, auto parts retailers, independent warehouse distributors, program groups, service chains, automotive dealers, fleet buyers and engine builders.
AAPEX was recently honored by Trade Show Executive (TSE) as one of the 50 fastest-growing trade shows in 2022. The event also made TSE’s list of the top U.S. trade shows in 2021.
AAPEX is a trade-only event and closed to the general public.
AAPEX is co-owned by the Auto Care Association and MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers. For more information, visit AAPEX 2023 or e-mail: info@aapexshow.com. On social media, follow AAPEX at #AAPEX23
