The Auto Maintenance and Repair Expo (AMR) 2025 edition wrapped up successfully on 2 April 2025 at the Capital International Exhibition & Convention Center (CIECC) in Beijing. Set against the backdrop of a rapidly evolving market driven by intelligence, electrification, and sustainable development, AMR made a strong return to the capital, drawing industry professionals from around the world. Over three dynamic days, the event recorded growth in exhibitor numbers, visitor turnout, and international participation compared to its previous edition—further cementing its status as a key platform in the automotive aftermarket. With a broad exhibition space and a rich lineup of fringe activities, the expo spotlighted cutting-edge technologies and emerging industry trends, encouraging meaningful dialogue and earning high praise from both exhibitors and attendees.
Key figures from Auto Maintenance and Repair Expo 2025
- Visitor profile: 48,661 visits (7 percent increase) from 57 countries and regions (24 percent increase)
Top ten overseas countries and regions include Malaysia, South Korea, Thailand, Japan, Poland, Belarus, India, Kazakhstan, Myanmar and the US
- Exhibitors: 1,186 from around the globe (12 percent increase)
- Scale: 80,000 sqm of exhibition space
- 39 fringe programme events
With over 40 years engaging in the automotive aftermarket, AMR has firmly established itself as a platform for business trading, information exchange and talent development. This year, the show covered key areas of traditional maintenance and repair, parts and components, new energy vehicles, green equipment, and smart transportation, as well as highlighted innovations in the full supply chain of the automotive aftermarket.
In the maintenance and repair sector, the show featured companies in diagnostics and repair, tyres and wheels, body and paint, car wash, and more, showcasing breakthroughs in smart technology, and efficient and precise services. Mr Sven Zhan, Sales General Manager of Shenzhen MAXLINK Technology Co Ltd, remarked: “As the exclusive distributor of SATA products in China, we decided to launch the latest spray-painting solutions at AMR because of the show’s reputation in the market. For instance, as a result of higher environmental standards in China, SATA focuses on innovation and eco-friendly advancement, intelligent spray-painting technology, and working collaboratively with partners to achieve shared success. Therefore, we have reached our goals by being able to strengthen our connections with both longstanding partners and new clients while gaining deeper insights into trends like green and intelligent spray painting.”
The rapid rise of new energy vehicles is also influencing core components, battery systems, testing and diagnostic equipment, in addition to intelligent and automated technologies that enhance safety and efficiency, which participants noticed across the exhibition. Mr Qingkun Fan, Product Manager of Shanghai Balance Automotive Equipment Co Ltd, noted: “The growth of new energy vehicles has opened new opportunities for us. At this year’s AMR, we presented equipment integrated with automation and intelligent technology, such as tyre changers, balancers, voice-controlled inflators, car wash systems, and battery pack repair solutions. These products attracted strong interest from buyers at the show, of which align with our target markets, including China, Europe, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia. Furthermore, the show offered a platform for us to connect with global customers, as well as provided valuable insights into demands and emerging trends, guiding our future research and development. As a long-term exhibitor, we will continue to expand collaborations and showcase innovations leveraging AMR.”
The New Energy Vehicle Electronics Technology Forum 2025 also had multiple speakers delve into maintenance technologies specifically for new energy vehicles, featuring topics such as the integrated cabin and driving domain technology, case studies on maintenance techniques, and the up-keep of charging systems. Experts from academic institutions and representatives from leading companies will share insights on innovation, practical experiences and advanced solutions.
Anche Technologies, one of China’s leading provider of solutions in the motor vehicle inspection industry, is also a regular exhibitor, had a huge presence at AMR with a booth showcasing their various NEV tools. They also participated in the forums and provided training on safety solutions for new energy vehicles, focusing on critical technologies for batteries, circuits, and ADAS.
Other new energy aspects covered at Auto Maintenance and Repair Expo 2025:
Green Repair & New Energy Zone:
This zone will highlight green maintenance equipment, technologies, and solutions, with a specific emphasis on new energy vehicle maintenance, intelligent spray-painting robots, and digital upgrades.
New Energy Vehicle Electronics Technology Forum:
A forum will be dedicated to discussing the latest advancements in electronics for new energy vehicles, including batteries, circuits, and ADAS
EV Diagnostics and Monitoring:
The fair will feature cutting-edge diagnostic and monitoring technologies for electric vehicles, ensuring their safety and reliability.
Battery Testing Solutions:
Leading industry authorities will showcase battery testing solutions, further highlighting the focus on new energy vehicle technologies.
Elsewhere, in the parts and components sector, Ms Stacy Zhang, Sales Manager of Zhejiang Fengriling Filters Manufacture Co Ltd, highlighted: “AMR serves as a vital platform for showcasing the technological advantages of our filter products. Its stage boosts our brand’s visibility as an upswing of its extensive global network, which connects us with global buyers to support international trade collaboration. In fact, we have had meaningful discussions with many domestic and overseas buyers who expressed their intentions to purchase our filter products.”
Mr Zee Wang, Regional Manager of Yuhuan Jinli Auto Parts Co Ltd, also commented: “With 33-year of experience in chassis manufacturing and a presence in Europe, North America, and Southeast Asia, we are at AMR to showcase our chassis products and expand our distribution network in Beijing, as well as visibility in surrounding areas. We are satisfied with our overall experience of AMR and the promising prospects of business expansion, as many visitors demonstrated a keen interest in doing business with us. As a widely recognised trade fair in the aftermarket, the exhibition has helped us connect with the right customers and offered new opportunities to embrace automation and intelligent development trends.”
This year, AMR 2025 edition introduced three specialised zones to help companies address market needs in green repair, talent development, and road transportation safety. Through product displays and activities, these zones presented diverse insights into industry trends. The Green Repair & New Energy zone featured a forum and training area with talks and case studies on new energy vehicle repair, as well as hands-on demonstrations in operating maintenance equipment. Mr Songlin Lv, Sales Director of Shenzhen Besita Technology Co Ltd, shared: “As a 15-year veteran in testing tools and equipment, we featured our battery balancers and repair toolkits for new energy vehicles. Exhibiting in this zone aligned perfectly with our focus, allowed us to get in front of target buyers, and deepened customers’ understanding of our equipment’s operational principles through forums and practical demonstrations. AMR provided a valuable channel to engage with existing customers, establish new partnerships and support our business growth.”
In the Industry and Education Integration zone, vocational institutions explained how they are deepening their ties within the industry. The National Vocational Skills Competition exemplified this with workshop technicians showcasing their craftmanship. Ms Zhiqing Miao, Director of the Integration of Industry and Education at the China Automotive Maintenance Equipment Industry Association, mentioned: “This marks our third year of close collaboration with AMR. This zone continued to evolve, successfully hosting competitions on New Energy Vehicle Repairer and Vehicle Paint Finishing. The event attracted broad participation from 4S shops, repair centres, and vocational institutions, promoting craftsmanship and supporting talent cultivation in the industry. We featured about 20 vocational institutions, spotlighting a number of current collaborations with business on training and internships. Moving forward, we aim to join hands with more institutions and companies to empower talent development.”
Additionally, the new Road Transportation Equipment zone addressed the demand for safer and more efficient commercial vehicle solutions, featuring electric box trucks, driving simulators, and bundling equipment. Anhui Sanlian Applied Traffic Technology Co Ltd presented how intelligent technology is improving efficiency and safety in training with its driving simulators. Ms Qingli Qian, Exhibition Specialist, shared: “We debuted our driving simulators at this zone for both passenger and commercial vehicles. Our demonstrations and interactive experiences received a lot of positive feedback from the constant flow of visitors. Our highly accurate and intelligent devices therefore sparked strong interest from aftermarket buyers, greatly expanding our potential customer base. This has also reinforced the synergy between the aftermarket and transportation sectors in terms of the safety technologies.”
