Buyers GuideNace AutomechanikaHOUSTON, TX 77024Company OverviewContact10575 KATY FREEWAY, STE 330HOUSTON, TX 77024USAbout Nace AutomechanikaLatest from Nace AutomechanikaEventsAutomechanika Kuala Lampur: AI takes centre stageNace AutomechanikaEV adoption, AI integration and technician training emerged as major themes across during Automechanika Kuala Lumpur, which ran from May 14-16...May 26, 2026Industry ConferencesAutomechanika IstanbulNace AutomechanikaAutomechanika Istanbul will return May 21 to 24 at the Tüyap Fair and Congress Center in Istanbul, bringing together manufacturers, suppliers, repair...May 21, 2026May 24, 2026Industry ConferencesAutomechanika Kuala Lumpur 2026Nace AutomechanikaAutomechanika Kuala Lumpur will return May 14 to 16, 2026 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, expanding to six halls as Malaysia positions itself as...May 14, 2026May 16, 2026Industry ConferencesEastern Promises: Automechanika Shanghai opensNace AutomechanikaToronto, Ontario -- China's largest annual automotive aftermarket conference is underway. On November 26, Automechanika Shanghai opened...November 26, 2025HomeGRATITUDE, GROWTH, AND GOALS FOR 2025With EVs, ADAS, and OEM standards shaping our path, the journey ahead begins with proper training and a commitment to safety By DARRYL SIMMONS With 2024 coming to a close, it’s a time to reflect on the milestones we’ve reached and the challenges we’ve faced in Canada’s collision repair industry. It’s been a year of […]December 11, 2024Collision RepairBreaking Boundaries: Automechanika Shanghai 2024’s 20th anniversary edition sets new recordShanghai, China — Automechanika Shanghai 2024 opened its doors today with a record-breaking 6,763 exhibitors, an increase of 20 percent compared to last year’s event, including 17 overseas country and region pavilions for its 20th anniversary. This year’s fringe program is the show’s largest to date, with over 81 events paving the way for networking, […]December 2, 2024HomeDEUTSCHLAND DRIVES CHANGEAUTOMECHANIKA FRANKFURT SHOWCASES THE FUTURE OF THE AFTERMARKET From September 10 through 14, thousands of automotive aftermarket professionals were in Frankfurt, Germany, for the iconic Automechanika Frankfurt trade show. This year’s event highlighted significant trends in electric mobility, sustainability, and digitalization. Exhibitors presented a vast array of products, including advancements in electric vehicles; ADAS and […]October 16, 2024HomeCONNECTING WITH INDUSTRY CHAMPIONSConnecting with the collision repair industry is a privilege By DARRYL SIMMONS One of the most rewarding aspects of being the publisher of Collision Repair magazine is the opportunity to attend industry events and meet the extraordinary people who make this vital industry as exciting and influential as it is. There’s something special about the […]October 6, 2024Collision RepairLINQ Lands Laurels: PPG wins innovation award for LINQ Digital Ecosystem at Automechanika Frankfurt 2024Frankfurt, Germany — PPG has announced that it has received the Innovation Award for the company’s PPG LINQ digital ecosystem at this year’s Automechanika trade fair in Frankfurt, Germany. This innovation award specifically recognizes outstanding technological developments with significant market relevance in the automotive supplier industry, automotive workshop and services sector or original equipment manufacturers. […]September 12, 2024RecyclingFrom Scrap Tires to Clearcoat: BASF Coatings announces new ChemCycling products at Automechanika FrankfurtFrankfurt, Germany — Day two of Automechanika Germany brought even further product innovations to the global collision repair industry with the launch of BASF’s next generation of clearcoats, manufactured from recycled tires to emphasize the brand’s commitment to sustainability. The new product lines, which are projected to be available in Canada in early 2025, employ […]September 11, 2024Collision RepairNews from Automechanika: Axalta launches Axalta Nimbus customer experience platform with a Canadian connectionAjax, Ontario — Axalta today announced the launch of Axalta Nimbus, a new global customer experience platform for Axalta refinish customers. Patricia Morschel, vice president of marketing and commercial operations for Axalta global refinish, demonstrated the new technology live at Automechanika Frankfurt on Tuesday morning. Set to go live early 2025 in North America, Axalta […]September 10, 2024Collision RepairIncoming Innovations: SATA announces new spray gun, the SATA jet XToronto, Ontario — SATA GmbH, Kornwestheim-based specialists for wet coating technologies recently introduced a new lineup of products at Automechanika in Germany. The new product that attracted the most interest was the jet X premium spray gun. The spray gun boasts a new look: what stands out is the simple, elegant exterior in matte black with […]September 10, 2024Collision RepairFixing for a Fiesta: IBIS Latin America 2023 set for July 13, running alongside Automechanika MexicoMexico City, Mexico — IBIS Latin America is making its triumphant return to Mexico City this year, again running in conjunction with INA PAACE Automechanika Mexico, according to a Wednesday afternoon update from organizers. “We are delighted to be returning to Mexico City for our 2023 event,” said IBIS Worldwide CEO Jason Moseley. “After the […]May 17, 2023Industry ConferencesWillkommen to the Big Leagues: Automechanika Frankfurt returns with 78,000 attendeesFrankfurt, Germany — The biannual Automechanika Frankfurt auto show wrapped up its five-day stay in Germany’s financial capital on Friday, closing out nearly a full week of presentations and demonstrations on the latest tips and techniques the international auto industry has to offer. Drawing in some of the biggest brands the industry has to offer, […]September 20, 2022Collision RepairWorld Tour: Automechanika unveils event lineup featuring 11 trade shows this yearToronto, Ontario — For all the globe-trotting auto enthusiasts out there, the full lineup of Automechanika’s 2022 events has been unveiled and offers a venue for industry members in nearly every corner of the earth. The global trade fair brand has an ambitious 11 events scheduled for this year, including four in June alone; coming […]May 19, 2022 Request More Info Fill out the form below to request more information about Nace Automechanika
