The AUSTRALIAN AUTO AFTERMARKET EXPO is a free trade only event.  Entry is restricted to bonafide members of the automotive industry and over the age of 16.  Business ID may be required upon entry eg. Business card, letterhead or company documentation containing your company ABN. You may also be asked for personal identification such as a drivers licence to substantiate your identification. 

Those not involved in the automotive industry will not be admitted. Selling or promotion of products/services to exhibitors is not permitted. No photography or sketching permitted. Students will not be registered.

Yes all trade visitors must register for the Expo.  You may register online or you can register by completing the registration form attached to the Trade Invitations.  If you have not received a Trade Invitation and would like to be sent one, please call +613 8672 1200. Trade Invitations for the next event will be available from January 2013.  Alternatively you can register for the Expo when you arrive, however to avoid queues we recommend you pre-register.

Click here for online visitor registration.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION Visitor Access Cards from previous Expos do not permit access to the 2013 event. You will need to re-register to receive a new Visitor Access Card valid for 2013.

If you register online you will receive an email confirmation that gives you a summary of your registered details as well as your unique registration identification number. Your Visitor Access Card will be mailed directly to you before the Expo.

If you fax your registration, your registration will be processed and your Visitor Access Card mailed directly to you before the Expo.

All Visitor Access Cards will commence being mailed from March 2013. If you do not receive your Visitor Access Card before the Expo, you can collect it from the registration desk located near the entrance to the Expo.

Note that the Organiser reserves the right to cancel invalid registrations to ensure that entry is limited to bona fide trade visitors.

Yes, if you need to check what details have been registered please telephone the Organiser, Australian Exhibitions & Conferences on tel +613 8672 1200.  Alternatively, your registration details can be altered when you arrive at the Expo at the registration desk located near the entrance. You won't need to complete another registration form, simply present your Visitor Access Card and business identification at the counter.

Registered visitors may obtain a replacement Visitor Access Card at the registration counter without filling out another registration form. You will already be on our database. Just bring business identification with you.

Tertiary or TAFE students in a relevant course may attend the Expo on Saturday 13 April 2013 if they have the appropriate student identification card.

Any groups larger than 6 students must apply in writing to the Organiser for approval. Email auto@aec.net.au

Students should not register to attend, but simply present their student identification at the registration desk at the entrance to the Expo.

Trade Expo entry is restricted to Trade Only. Children under 16 may attend free of charge if accompanied by an adult at all times. There are no child minding facilities available at the venue.

Yes there will be a range of events/features designed to inform and entertain you whilst visiting the Expo.  Features for the 2013 Expo will be launched in 2012.  Click here to view the features for 2011

There are a number of travel options to get you to and from the venue. Read full details

Most International visitors to Australia will require a Visa to enter the country. For Government details on Visas visit Australian Government Immigration site at www.immi.gov.au  Remember if you need to make a Visa Application make sure you do so well in advance as there is usually a processing period involved.

There will be over 400 exhibitors from Australia and overseas showcasing the latest automotive parts, accessories, tools and equipment. A large number of international companies from Thailand, Taiwan, Malaysia and China will be present.

Click here to see our full list of Exhibitors

Yes. Contact Australian Exhibitions & Conferences on +613 8672 1200 or email auto@aec.net.au to discuss options.

Your Access Card for the Australian Auto Aftermarket Expo also gives you access to:

Collision Repair Expo
11 - 13 April 2013, Sydney Convention & Exhibition Centre
www.collisionrepair.com.au