AAPEX 2026 will bring automotive aftermarket professionals to Las Vegas Nov. 3–5, with education sessions covering ADAS, diagnostics, vehicle networks, EVs, AI and shop management.
The event will be held at The Venetian Expo and AAPEX Forum, with the exhibit hall open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. Registration opens Nov. 2, ahead of the show’s opening reception that evening.
Among the sessions of particular interest to collision repair professionals is ADAS – Science and Technology & Your Role in Service, scheduled for Nov. 4. The session will cover ADAS operation, diagnosis, repair and calibration challenges, as well as identifying vehicles equipped with the systems and understanding when recalibration may be required.
Also on Nov. 4, Practical Network Diagnostics will focus on diagnosing modern vehicle communication networks using commonly available tools. The session will cover network operation, scan-tool communication, service information and diagnostic strategies.
AAPEX will also feature ADAS Made Easy for Counter Professionals, covering the fundamentals of ADAS and how the technology affects everyday service operations.
On the technical side, the Nov. 5 agenda includes Challenges in Diagnosing Data Network Issues, a three-hour session focused on modern vehicle network operation, communication resources, network codes and protocols. AI Tools Every Shop Should Know in 2026 will also take place that day, looking at AI tools and their potential applications in automotive aftermarket businesses.
The event’s hands-on programming will also have collision-relevant content. Joe’s Garage will feature demonstrations from TEXA, Hunter Engineering and Autel covering diagnostic equipment, ADAS equipment, positioning and calibration, wheel alignment and advanced diagnostics.
AAPEX’s broader Service & Repair programming will include dedicated areas for Paint & Body, Diagnostics/Telematics/Shop Management Systems and Electric Vehicle/Alternative Fuel, alongside technical training and exhibitor demonstrations.
AAPEX organizers note that education sessions and events are still being added to the schedule. The complete agenda, including additional sessions and event details, is available through the AAPEX 2026 events calendar.
AAPEX 2026
When: Nov. 3–5, 2026
Where: The Venetian Expo and AAPEX Forum, Las Vegas
Expo hours: 9 a.m.–5 p.m. daily
