The 6th edition of ACMA Automechanika New Delhi, India’s leading trade fair for auto components and the aftermarket industry, concluded on a high note, attracting an impressive 35,750 visitors and marking one of its most successful editions to date.
Showcasing the next generation of products, technologies, and mobility solutions, the exhibition brought together 870 exhibitors from 20 countries, representing more than 3,000 brands across the expansive show floor. The strong participation underscored the growing momentum of localisation initiatives and reinforced global confidence in India’s rapidly expanding auto component and aftermarket ecosystem.
Across all three days, the exhibition halls remained vibrant with activity, driven by enthusiastic engagement from industry stakeholders nationwide. The event witnessed a notable rise in new exhibitors while also recording significant international participation. Companies from Belgium, Cambodia, China, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Korea, Laos, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Poland, Slovenia, Spain, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, the UAE, and the USA actively explored trade opportunities within India’s fast-growing automotive aftermarket landscape.
Beyond the exhibition floor, curated knowledge sessions added further value, featuring insightful discussions, industry-led dialogues, and extensive networking opportunities. The strong turnout and dynamic exchange of ideas reflected the industry’s resilience and forward-looking outlook, positioning this edition of ACMA Automechanika New Delhi as a significant milestone in the evolution of India’s automotive aftermarket sector.
The event was graced by the Chief Guest, Honourable Shri Jitin Prasada, Minister of State for Commerce and Industry and Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India on 5th February 2026. During his address, he stressed that the Indian auto component industry will be the trusted partner of the European Union as well as the USA and will ensure that components for EVs and automobiles receive the necessary impetus for growth, enabling India to deliver world-class products.
The recently released Economic Survey before Union Budget 2026-27 pointed out that the auto industry exported more than 53 lakh vehicles across passenger, commercial, two-and-three-wheelers in FY 25 and recorded double-digit growth in exports in the first half of 2025-26. This trend underscores India’s strengthening position as a global automotive manufacturing hub. The survey also places a strong emphasis on scaling MSMEs as a cornerstone of India’s manufacturing transformation — a focus that directly benefits the auto ancillary ecosystem, one of the country’s most MSME-intensive industries.
India’s auto component industry is expected to attract USD 2.89- 3.46 billion in FY26 for capacity expansion and EV part localisation, following an estimated investment of USD 1.73-2.31 billion in FY25. MSMEs in the industry provide critical parts ranging from precision forgings to electronics sub-assemblies. Participation and presence from the component and aftermarket industry from tier-2 and tier-3 cities at ACMA Automechanika shows the changing diaspora of the industry.
The show also showcased key leading brands taking new strides in the industry. Hindalco Industries Ltd combining alloy development with deep application engineering to co-create solutions with OEM partners from side-impact-resistant EV battery enclosures, crash boxes, ABS blocks and Front forks for two-wheelers. Brand’s recent investments at Kuppam in Andhra Pradesh and the state-of-the-art facility in Chakan enable advanced welding and machining technologies at scale.
First-time participant from Spain, Horse Technologies is looking towards India as a positive destination for their components. The brand has introduced its hybrid engine for Toyota Fortuner, set to be launched in Diwali 2026. ZF Aftermarket India has introduced a new range of corrosion-resistant Sachs clutch discs and kits for agricultural tractors that deliver durability, comfort and reliability for demanding farming conditions across India and the wider IMEA region.
On the global front, ACMA Automechanika New Delhi featured bold new product launches and technologies. Participants highlighted Asia as one of the fastest-growing regions, driven by rising exports and robust domestic consumption. With vehicle penetration at just 48 cars per 1,000 people in India versus over 800 in EU and Western markets, the long-term growth potential remains significant.
International pavilions also noted accelerating aftermarket demand in India’s tier-2 and tier-3 cities, supported by rising passenger and commercial vehicle sales. Favourable government policies and localisation incentives are encouraging global companies to manufacture in India, positioning the country as a hub to serve domestic demand as well as African and Middle Eastern markets. ACMA Automechanika New Delhi saw companies participating from 20 countries which included: Some of the key perspectives from these participants included: Germany: Exploring India as a manufacturing base for exports to Africa and the Middle East, while actively investing in EV motors, sensors and electronic components.
Taiwan: Strengthening India’s semiconductor ecosystem through investments such as PSMC’s partnership with Tata Electronics. Focus on OEM supplies and sensors for the EV ecosystem. China: Showing strong interest in passenger and commercial vehicle components, backed by India’s expanding highway network and rapid growth in road freight transport. Sri Lanka: Increasing dependence on India for cost-effective two- and three-wheeler parts, engine spares and heavy-duty commercial vehicle components, aided by geographic proximity and faster logistics.
The show encompassed vivid exhibits and displays of auto parts & components, electronics & diagnostics, body & paint, tyres, batteries, lubricants, workshop equipment, solutions for 2-wheelers, passenger, commercial & agricultural vehicles, backed by manufacturing and technology innovations.
In terms of knowledge dissemination, the showfloor featured two strong learning platforms—Conferences and Workshops. The Conference arena in Hall 2 remained a focal point across all three days, delivering sharp insights into emerging technologies, alternative fuels and components, digitisation of the aftermarket value chain and strategies to combat counterfeiting, among other critical topics.
Complementing this, the Workshop zone offered practical, application-led learning, with focused sessions on painting solutions, protective films, advanced cutting technologies, and cost-efficient management practices for workshops and garages.
ACMA Automechanika is part of the Mobility and Logistics portfolio of Messe Frankfurt GmbH and has been recognised as a leading trade fair brand under the segment. Automechanika is organised across 16 countries worldwide representing and connecting the entire automotive aftermarket value chain.
