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Themes and Events at Automechanika Istanbul

Automechanika Istanbul has much to offer, from the newest products of exhibitor companies to technical lectures, networking events, seminars and presentations.

Automechanika Academy

Automechanika Academy consists of informative and interactive seminars, workshops, trainings featuring domestic and international expert speakers from the automotive service and related industries, associations and academicians. The programme aims at providing useful and up-to-date information for the R&D, design and production teams of automotive industry manufacturers.

📅 19 – 21 May 2026
📍 Location:
Hall 12 – E195 

Innovation 4 Mobility by BAKIRCI

E-mobility Forum

At Automechanika Istanbul, visitors will have the opportunity to experience the digital future of service management in the special concept area created by Bakırcı Group.

What’s waiting for you in this exclusive innovation area?

  • ADAS & Diagnostics / Contactless Damage Detection
  • Automotive Software & Digital Technologies
  • Chassis & Body Repair
  • Body Damage Detection
  • Paint, Preparation & Surface Solutions
  • Next-Generation Vehicle Inspection
  • Maintenance, Repair & Safety / Battery Testing & Repair
  • Axle Alignment & Tires

📅 19 – 22 May 2026
🕙 Time:
11:00 – 17:00 
📍 Location: Hall 12 – A185

Innovation 4 Mobility Additive Manufacturing Zone by 3D Teknomarket

Discover how additive manufacturing and 3D printing technologies are transforming the automotive world at the Innovation 4 Mobility 3D Teknomarket Additive Manufacturing area.

Going beyond traditional mold based production methods, next generation 3D printing, scanning, and software technologies offer lower costs, shorter production times, and maximum design freedom.

📅 19 – 22 May 2026
🕙 Time: 10:00 – 17:00 
📍 Location: Hall 11 – E190

Automechanika Detailing Arena

Welcome to the Detailing Arena, where precision and craftsmanship take center stage. Throughout the event, competitive wrapping challenges in window film tinting and PPF (Paint Protection Film) wrapping will bring together the industry's most skilled professionals.

Separate competitions will highlight the talents of different groups like women, masters or apprentices.

From PPF wrapping to flawless window film application, every step will be judged live by industry experts. The Detailing Arena offers an up-close look at the future of vehicle protection and customization.

📅 19 – 22 May 2026
📍 Location:
Hall 12 – F170

TOBFED Event Area

TOBFED Event Area will host hands on application workshops every day. 

🕜 13:30 – Window Film Application Workshop
🕟 16:30 – PPF Application Workshop

During the workshops, all applications will be demonstrated live by professional teams on actual vehicles. Visitors who would like to participate will also have the opportunity to experience the applications firsthand.

📅 19 – 22 May 2026
📍 Location:
Hall 12 – C191

Cem Güventürk Live Painting powered by edding & Olex

We are bringing together automotive passion and art at Automechanika Istanbul. Renowned artist Cem Güventürk will transform a car into a giant canvas with his live painting performances throughout the exhibition.

Presented under the concept “Cem Güventürk Live Painting powered by edding & Olex,” this unique experience combines edding’s iconic markers with the vehicle provided by Olex, creating one of the most remarkable art moments of the fair. 

Don’t miss the chance to watch an empty vehicle turn into a stunning work of art step by step at this special area in Hall 10!

📅 19 – 22 May 2026
📍 Location:
Hall 10

Automechanika Campus & Premium Event Arena

Believing that sustainability is only possible through inclusion and shared inspiration, the Premium Event Arena brings together iconic stories and engineering marvels together. From BB Classic’s heritage vehicles to the groundbreaking Dakar Anadol, from custom creations by Ataşehir Garaj to Türkiye Racing Cars’ high-performance machines. Every feature celebrates a unique vision of mobility.

With a commitment to equal opportunity and innovation, this arena is not only about cars, but also about the people and ideas driving the industry forward.

📅 19 – 22 May 2026
📍 Location:
Hall 12A – P200

Career Area powered by eleman.net

All visitors who want to take the first step in their career in the automotive aftermarket industry, and who are looking for an internship or a new job opportunity, can visit our Career Wall powered by eleman.net and explore in detail the job postings placed by our exhibitors.

📅 19 – 22 May 2026
📍 Location:
Hall 12A – P103    

Automechanika Global Booth

With 16 trade fairs in 14 countries around the world, Automechanika is the number 1 trade fair for the automotive aftermarket industry. You are invited at this special area to find out more about other Automechanika trade fairs such as Frankfurt, Dubai, Shanghai, Buenos Aires, Riyadh, Johannesburg, Birmingham and Mexico City.

📅 19 – 22 May 2026
📍 Location:
Main Foyer