Ningbo, August 12, 2026 – Today, the global automotive parts industry once again turned its eyes to Ningbo, China, as the CAPAFAIR 2026 Ningbo International Auto Parts Expo grandly opened at the Ningbo International Convention and Exhibition Center.

The expo grandly opened, with visitors from around the world pouring into the exhibition halls to explore.

At the Ningbo International Convention and Exhibition Center, the expo covers an area of 51,650 square meters, filling Halls 1–8 to capacity, with 2,066 participating companies – a record high in the event's history! 👏👏👏

The exhibition site was packed with crowds, with Chinese and international faces gathering together.

High foot traffic, high-precision matchmaking, and high-efficiency business connections – ensuring that every exhibitor and buyer finds their visit truly worthwhile.

As an export-oriented trade fair for automotive parts and the aftermarket, CAPAFAIR 2026 leverages Ningbo's strategic advantages as a "port connecting the world," its solid manufacturing base, and its mature foreign trade ecosystem. The expo effectively bridges domestic and international markets through a dual-circulation business model, attracting a large number of automotive parts buyers from across the globe.

Despite the impact of Typhoon, which has left high-speed rail and flight services in some regions yet to resume, the expo has maintained its popularity on par with the previous edition. According to statistics, the number of professional visitors on the first day reached 18,289, roughly the same as the opening day of the last edition, with a higher proportion of trade professionals. Among them, 661 overseas buyers attended on Day 1, a significant increase in their share, and international visitors were visible throughout the venue.

△The exhibition halls are filled with energy, with a lively buzz of negotiations and conversation, creating a vibrant and dynamic atmosphere.

Domestic buyers showed great enthusiasm, with trade professionals from Zhejiang, Jiangsu, Fujian, Guangdong, Shanghai, Shandong, Anhui, and other provinces – including import/export companies, cross-border e-commerce platforms, and aftermarket distributors/wholesalers/dealers – arriving in droves. They actively engaged with exhibitors to explore industry trends and seek cooperation opportunities.

Overseas buyers also responded enthusiastically. A total of 661 purchasers from over 100 countries and regions, including India, the UAE, Egypt, Yemen, Indonesia, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, the Philippines, Nepal, Afghanistan, Malaysia, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Russia, Qatar, the United States, Uzbekistan, Thailand, Turkey, Australia, and more, toured the eight halls to engage in technical and commercial exchanges, further enhancing the expo's international reach.

Jackie Anderson and Charles Anderson from Australia shared their thoughts: "The exhibition is enormous, with so many participating companies. That gives us more options to compare on-site and find the right partners. Offline exhibitions offer advantages that online sourcing simply cannot match – we can see the products first-hand, understand the craftsmanship, and communicate face-to-face with suppliers."

Meanwhile, Rehman Habib from the UAE told us: "This is my first time attending the Ningbo Auto Parts Expo, and it's a very large-scale event. China's auto parts market is highly mature, which makes it very convenient and beneficial for international buyers like us."

The eight fully booked halls bring together 2,066 quality exhibitors from across China, each presenting their flagship technologies and unique expertise with great sincerity. Walking through the eight halls, visitors are met with a palpable sense of innovation; you can't help but marvel at how vibrant and upward-moving the auto parts industry truly is!

Prominent industry players – including Han's Laser, Phoenix Filter, eBay, Focus Technology, Xinyuan Chemical, Defu Steering, Digital Grand, Xintongshi, Shengliyang, Mingzhou, Tiancheng Seals, Tongchema, Yinlong, Ruifeng, Huaxin, Ousida, Aojiade, Zhongling, Hengdi, Xingjie, Jinyang, Ruidi, Hongwei, Tianchao, Zhenghong, Boye, Zhengpai Kedi, Ruisai, and many others – have gathered at this event, creating a brilliant constellation of industry leaders.

More than 100,000 exhibits span the entire automotive parts value chain, covering components and assemblies, electrical and electronic systems, automotive accessories and tuning, new energy and lightweighting, maintenance and service equipment, and processing technologies and machinery – a comprehensive and impressive showcase.

”A representative from a Shandong-based auto parts manufacturer commented: "This is my third time attending the Ningbo International Auto Parts Expo. There are noticeably more buyers than in previous years. This morning alone, we've exchanged contact information with quite a few potential clients, and things are looking good so far."

As a major event for the auto parts sector, CAPAFAIR serves as a vital platform for trend exchange and resource sharing. A rich lineup of concurrent activities, focused on exploring strategies for overseas market expansion, drew large audiences and became a core highlight of the expo!

The "Efficiently Building a Safe Cross-Border Supply Chain for Auto Parts Companies" forum addressed key topics including supply chain security, overseas compliance, and export certification, helping companies build safe, compliant, and sustainable cross-border supply chains. The "Automotive and Auto Parts Brand Globalization 2.0 – Global Automotive Supply Chain Restructuring and the Internationalization Path of Parts Companies" forum provided a strategic discussion and resource matching platform for parts manufacturers, enabling them to seize opportunities amid global supply chain realignment.

Tomorrow (August 13), two more major forums will take place, continuing to unlock new industry trends and opportunities, helping auto parts companies break through development bottlenecks and capture global market dividends at full speed.

CAPAFAIR 2026's powerful platform effect brings together the entire auto parts industry chain, helping companies secure supply, reduce costs, strengthen supply chains, and fill critical gaps – injecting strong momentum into the industry's high-quality development. With so much to see, this article can only cover so much – we invite you to explore more in person!

The expo has only two days left! Ningbo International Convention and Exhibition Center (Halls 1–8, full venue) – we look forward to welcoming you!