Sept. 15, 2022

Hello [FIRST NAME]:

Joe’s Garage, the fully built-out shop on the show floor, is gearing up for an exciting AAPEX 2022 with more bays, more space and more action. With so much going on in the shop, join our guided Media Tour that will take you to several bays where company representatives will be ready to greet you, demo their products and answer your questions. 

The Media Tour will be offered twice during AAPEX on Tuesday, Nov. 1 from 3 p.m. -  4 p.m. and on Wednesday, Nov. 2, from 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Sign up today to reserve your spot. 

Here's more AAPEX news to keep you ahead of the curve:

Gold 100 Award Winner

AAPEX is among the winners of Trade Show Executive’s Gold 100 awards that recognize U.S. trade shows in 2021 that set the gold standard during a tumultuous year. The event is co-owned by the Auto Care Association and the Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA) and is organized by trade show management specialist W.T. Glasgow Inc.

You’re Invited 

Let us welcome you to AAPEX at this year’s Media Reception, Sunday, Oct. 30, from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m., in the AAPEX Media Center, Casanova Room 601, The Venetian. Light refreshments will be served. To attend, RSVP to AAPEX Media. 

Exhibitor Press Releases and Press Kits

AAPEX exhibiting companies can now upload press releases and press kits to the website. As media, plan to check out this new section in the next few weeks as exhibitors begin sharing their product news and special events for AAPEX. 

Keynote Session Tickets 

Tickets are required for the keynote discussion on Nov. 1 with James “The Ragin’ Cajun” Carville and iconic political strategist Karl Rove. With AAPEX taking place the week before the 2022 midterm elections, the keynote discussion, “Differing Opinions Discuss the 2022 Midterms and Beyond,” will provide timely insights into what to expect on the road ahead. The program, sponsored by Clarios, includes breakfast and runs from 6:30 a.m. - 8:45 a.m., in The Venetian Expo, Palazzo Ballroom. Reserve your ticket today. 

Blogs Cover Emerging Technologies, eCommerce Trends

The most recent AAPEX blogs provide insights and key data from industry leaders on emerging vehicle technologies, millennials in the workforce and trends in eCommerce adoption. For more AAPEX blogs, visit: aapexshow.com/aapex-blog/.

• Emerging Vehicle Technologies Show No Sign of Slowing by Mike Tanner, Director, Vehicle Communications, Auto Care Association
• What’s Age Got to Do with It? by Ben Brucato, Vice President of Engagement, Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association
• Consumer Demand Driving e-Commerce Adoption – Shaping the Future of the Aftermarket by Bill Della Giustina, Senior Vice President, Automotive Aftermarket Investment Banking, Jefferies LLC

Free Webinar: Underhood: Stop/Start System Diagnostics

The AAPEX Repair Shop HQ Online Training Series will conclude with the free webinar, “Underhood: Stop/Start System Diagnostics,” at 2 p.m. EDT on Sept. 19. To register, visit: AAPEX.com/webinar.

Media Registration and Housing

If you still need to secure your credentials, register now. Media registration is complimentary to qualified media. To book your hotel room, use onPeak, the only official hotel provider for AAPEX 2022, for discounted rates at a selection of Las Vegas hotels. 

To stay connected with AAPEX 2022, make sure to follow #AAPEX22 on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube.

See you soon!

Best regards, 

Monica Buchholz

AAPEX Media 

(978) 470-8887