Did you miss the recent Automechanika KL 2024 show
Malaysia’s new vehicle sales grew by eight percent to 260,236 units in the first four months of 2024 compared to the corresponding period of last year.
To keep pace with the market development, the latest edition of Automechanika Kuala Lumpur, took place from 1 to 3 August and it showcased a variety of cutting-edge automotive solutions, products and services across near 10,000 sqm from Hall 1 – 5 of the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre.
The fair featured a full spectrum of fringe events reflecting smart mobility, new energy vehicles, manufacturing, logistics & fleets, aftermarket and sustainability & lifestyle trends under Malaysia’s automotive transition.
Revolving around emerging trends in the electric vehicle market, the debuting Automotive Mobility Solutions Zone featured the latest provisions for urban development, city planning and smart mobility.
There were electric vehicles, battery systems, charging technologies, digitalisation, Internet of Things (IoT) and more. Leading brands and companies exhibiting in the zone included Hella, Henkel, Launch, Scoot-A-Long and Vanli.
Also, the Automotive Mobility Solutions Conference explored smart mobility solutions, electrification and digitalisation, automotive logistics, warehousing and supply chains, fleet management and automotive manufacturing, transformation and automation, as well as sustainability and ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance). The strong line-up of speakers were from Bosch Rexroth, Forwardlog, Henkel, MARii, MDEC, SHRDC, Swift, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Volkswagen, Volvo Trucks and ZEVA.
There was also a range of Automotive Repair, Maintenance & Care / Body & Paint / Accessories & Customising that showcased a wide range of products, technologies and solutions in the aftermarket, including diagnostic and repair, equipment and tools, car wash, car care, detailing, oils, lubricants, body and paint, and replacement parts. Highlighted exhibitors include Alientech, Autel, FlexiShield, Launch, OBD, Reflek, Thinkcar and TOPDON.
Interestingly, did you know that this trade fair is organised by Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd with endorsement from the Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE).
There were 300 local and overseas exhibitors from 17 countries and regions, including Australia, Cambodia, China, Egypt, Hong Kong, India, Italy, Korea, Malaysia, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Spain, Taiwan, Thailand, UK and USA across over 9,710 sqm in Hall 1 to 5.