The 21st Shanghai International Automobile Industry Exhibition (hereinafter referred to as the 2025 Shanghai Auto Show) will be held at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai) from April 23 to May 2, 2025, with April 23–24 designated as Media Days. Against the backdrop of significant changes in the global economic landscape and China's development paradigm, the core market for global automotive consumption has shifted to China. The 2025 Shanghai Auto Show will continue its mission of leading the world's top-tier auto exhibitions, showcasing the latest technological advancements and breakthroughs in the global automotive industry.
The event is organized by the Shanghai Council for the Promotion of International Trade and the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers, with co-organizers Shanghai International Exhibition (Group) Co., Ltd. and Shanghai Auto Show Management Co., Ltd. The German co-organizer is Messe München Group. Special support is provided by the China Machinery Industry Federation, with additional support from the China Society of Automotive Engineers.
Schedule:
Media Days: April 23–24 (exclusive to domestic and international media)
Professional Visitor Days: April 25–26
Public Days: April 27–May 2
The 2025 Shanghai Auto Show has invited nearly 1,000 renowned enterprises from 26 countries and regions, covering an exhibition area of over 360,000 square meters—setting a new record in scale and international participation. The event will utilize 13 indoor halls at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai), including:
8 Passenger Vehicle Halls (3H, 4.1H, 5.1H, 5.2H, 6.1H, 6.2H, 7.1H, 8.1H)
4 Automotive Technology & Supply Chain Halls (1.2H, 2.2H, 7.2H, 8.2H)
Media Zone (2.1H)
Additional facilities include lounges, medical stations, and other service areas.
Global Stage for Automakers and Tech Giants
Passenger Vehicles:
With its growing global influence, the Shanghai Auto Show has attracted mainstream domestic and international brands showcasing high-profile global debuts and cutting-edge technologies. Highlights include:
International Brands: Volkswagen (including Volkswagen Anhui, FAW-Volkswagen, Volkswagen Import, SAIC Volkswagen), Mercedes-Benz (including Mercedes-Maybach, Mercedes-AMG, and G-Class), BMW Group (BMW & MINI), Audi (Audi China, FAW-Audi, SAIC Audi), Ford, Lincoln, SAIC General Motors (Buick, Cadillac), Volvo, Toyota, Lexus, Honda (Dongfeng Honda, GAC Honda), Nissan (Dongfeng Nissan, Infiniti), Mazda, smart, and more.
Chinese Brands: Hongqi (including Hongqi Golden Sunflower), Bestune, Dongfeng (Mengshi, Voyah, Dongfeng Fengshen, Dongfeng eπ, Dongfeng Nano, Dongfeng Forthing), SAIC Group (Roewe, MG, Maxus, Wuling, Baojun), Changan Auto, BAIC Group (Beijing Off-Road), GAC Group (Hyper, Trumpchi, Aion), Geely Galaxy, Lynk & Co, Great Wall Motor (Haval, Wey, Ora, Tank, Poer, Soul Motorcycle), BYD, Denza, Chery, Exeed, Jetour, JAC, and others.
NEV Brands: NIO, XPeng, Li Auto, AITO, Leapmotor, Zeekr, Avatr, Deepal, IM Motors, ARCFOX, Xiangjie, Ruilan, Ji Shi, and newcomers like Xiaomi Auto, HarmonyOS Smart Mobility, ONVO, Firefly, Fang Cheng Bao, iCAR, Jetour Cross, GAC Hino, and Geely Holding’s methanol-hydrogen technology.
Luxury & Customization: Porsche, Bentley, Lotus, Yangwang, Lorinser, Mansory, Shangzhe, and Buffett Auto.
Automotive Technology & Supply Chain:
Covering 100,000 square meters, this zone features a significant increase in exhibitors, including:
Global Top Suppliers: Bosch, ZF, Magna, CATL, Denso, Mobis, Aisin, Continental, Forvia, Valeo, Aptiv, Samvardhana Motherson, Hitachi Astemo, BorgWarner, Mahle, Marelli, Gestamp, Schaeffler, Autoliv, Toyota Boshoku, Brose, Joyson Electronics, Antolin, Webasto, Nexteer, Visteon, Garrett, TI Fluid Systems, Ningbo Huaxiang, Johnson Electric, Desay SV, NSK, Mubea, Brembo, Eaton, SKF, Tenneco, Mann+Hummel, Wuling Industry, and others.
Chinese Suppliers: Huawei Intelligent Automotive Solution BU & Huawei Digital Energy, Baosteel, Fast Gear, Huayang Group, CRRC, Lingyun Industrial, Renben Group, Asia-Pacific Mechanical, Inovance, Baolong Technology, Highly Group, AVIC Optoelectronics, Wan’an, CETC, Wanliyang, Bethel, Gold Phoenix, LiKe Technology, and more.
Tech Innovators: Samsung, Horizon Robotics, Black Sesame, Sensetime, iFLYTEK, Pony.ai, Banma, ZOYI Technology, NavInfo, Wintech, Neusoft, ThunderSoft, Minieye, Hirain, Hikvision Auto, Sunsea, ThunderSoft, KOTEI Informatics, Freetech, Motovis, Unity China, SemiDrive, and nearly 100 others specializing in chips, semiconductors, radar, ADAS, autonomous driving, connectivity, and HD mapping.
NEV Leaders: EVE Energy, Sunwoda, CALB, Anyixing, Gelubo, and others.
First-Time Exhibitors: Sony, Intel, Momenta, Dolby Labs, Samvardhana Motherson, Valin ArcelorMittal Automotive Steel & GONVVAMA, 3M, Mobileye, Zhongding Group, Inteva, Fenya Delphi, Chiponeer, Axera, MediaTek, Yuanrong Qixing, ChinaTSP, TomTom, Xingxing Charging, Suwen Electric, AAC, Saint-Gobain, Lenovo Vehicle Computing, Yandex, and nearly 50 other global players.
Concurrent Events: A Hub for Global Collaboration
2025 Global Automotive Leaders Roundtable (April 22, afternoon)
A premier forum addressing globalization and high-quality development trends, featuring top executives from global automakers, supply chains, and tech firms.Media Days (April 23–24)
Over 100 press conferences by exhibitors, integrated into the "World Premiere in Shanghai" series, offering a platform for global debuts.Forums & Technical Exchanges (20+ sessions)
Key topics include automotive technology, semiconductors, overseas expansion, and sustainable supply chains. Highlights:April 24–25: "8th International Automotive Key Technology Forum" (with China SAE)
April 23 (afternoon): "AI’s Role in Automotive Innovation" (with Tencent)
April 25: "2025 New Automotive Tech & Innovation Forum" (with China EV100)
April 25: "2025 Automotive Semiconductor Ecosystem Summit" (with China Automotive News)
Tech-Driven Services for a Seamless Experience
With robust support from Shanghai authorities, the 2025 Shanghai Auto Show prioritizes safety, convenience, and innovation:
Media Registration: Online pre-registration (March 21–April 20) via www.autoshanghai.org or the official WeChat account. Electronic media passes require ID verification.
E-Tickets: Available exclusively via the official mini-program. real-name registrationmust be completed by 18:00 the day before the visit. Children under 1.3m or 6 years old enter free with an adult (safety waiver required).
Visitor Entry: Valid ID (Chinese mainland: ID card; Hong Kong/Macau/Taiwan: travel permit; others: passport) required for admission.
Enhanced Facilities:
Consultation desks, rest zones, medical stations,ambulances, and mobile network support ensure a smooth experience. The show also partners with Bilibili and Xiaohongshu for interactive zones, blending auto culture with lifestyle and tech.
Legacy & Vision
Since its inception in 1985, the Shanghai Auto Show has mirrored China’s automotive evolution. Moving forward, it remains committed to fostering global collaboration, technological progress, and open innovation.
Join Us:
April 23–May 2, 2025, at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai). Embrace innovation and share a win-win future!
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