National pavilions from Germany, Italy, South Korea and Taiwan will also be a feature of this year’s exhibition. In line with the profile of the global Automechanika brand, products on display at Automechanika Shanghai will include vehicle components, accessories and equipment for automotive repair and maintenance. The full spectrum of the OE and aftermarket will be represented, from budget to high-end offerings.

Alongside the exhibition is a comprehensive programme of special events, including the Automechanika Academy on Dec. 5 – a series of eight lectures by leading auto industry professionals and academics from Chinese universities. All sessions will be conducted in both English and Chinese, and are open free-of-charge to all fair attendees.

The manufacture and sale of pirated parts remains an issue in China. As part of the organiser’s "Messe Frankfurt Against Copying" global campaign, a special display stand will be set up at Automechanika Shanghai 2007, where visitors can find information about Messe Frankfurt’s initiative and exhibitors can seek legal advice from an IPR professional.

Automechanika Shanghai is organised by Messe Frankfurt in partnership with the China National Automotive Industry International Corporation. The exhibition runs between Dec. 5 and 7, and entry is free to trade professionals. (Tyres & Accessories/Staffordshire, U.K.)