The sixth edition of ACMA Automechanika New Delhi 2026 opened on 5 February at Yashobhoomi, Dwarka, positioning India firmly at the centre of the global automotive aftermarket landscape. Organised by the Automotive Component Manufacturers Association of India (ACMA) in collaboration with Messe Frankfurt, the three-day exhibition has drawn more than 870 exhibitors and a strong international presence, reaffirming its status as the region’s most influential trade platform for the aftermarket sector.
Spread across an expansive 51,000 sqm exhibition area, the show reflects the growing scale, ambition and global integration of India’s auto component industry. With India targeting USD 100 billion in auto component exports, the event highlights advanced technologies aligned with electrification, alternative fuels, clean mobility solutions and next-generation vehicle systems. The exhibition floor presents a comprehensive view of the evolving aftermarket ecosystem from components and diagnostics to workshop equipment, digital servicing tools and semiconductor power technologies.
The inaugural ceremony was graced by Shri Jitin Prasada, Hon’ble Union Minister of State for Ministry of Commerce & Industry and Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology. Emphasising India’s expanding global role, he noted that recent trade agreements with major economies are unlocking unprecedented opportunities for Indian manufacturers. Highlighting government support through incentives such as the Electronic Components Manufacturing Scheme, he reiterated the vision of “Make in India, Make for the World,” particularly in the rapidly expanding EV and electronics segments.
Industry leaders echoed similar optimism. Mr Vikrampati Singhania, President, ACMA, described the exhibition as India’s largest and most dedicated aftermarket auto components platform, reflecting both resilience and global ambition. Mr Raj Manek of Messe Frankfurt Asia Holdings added that the scale of participation underscores India’s growing competitiveness in global supply chains and its emergence as a hub for automotive components.
The event has attracted a diverse visitor base, including wholesalers, distributors, workshop professionals, fleet operators, OEM representatives and technology providers. Beyond product showcases, the expo offers curated knowledge sessions addressing pressing industry themes such as regulatory compliance, anti-counterfeiting measures, quality standards, advanced semiconductor power components and the transformation of vehicle servicing models.
Leading Indian companies including Advantec Wheels, Banco Products (India), Elofic Industries, JK Fenner India, NRB Bearings, Schaeffler India, SKF India and ZF India are showcasing cutting-edge innovations. The international participation from Europe and Asia further reinforces the show’s global character, bringing advanced technologies and best practices to Indian stakeholders while promoting India as a reliable sourcing destination.
Supported by prominent global industry bodies, the exhibition stands as a strategic convergence point for collaboration, innovation and trade partnerships. As ACMA Automechanika New Delhi 2026 progresses over the next two days, it is set to facilitate leadership dialogues and business networking that could shape the next phase of growth for India’s automotive aftermarket.
With scale, innovation and policy alignment converging under one roof, the event signals India’s determined stride toward becoming a dominant force in the global automotive supply ecosystem.
