For anyone looking tostart or already running a used car dealership, these events also help you discover tools for digitalisation, financing, reconditioning, electric mobility and sales management.
Attending automotive trade fairs and events is one of the best ways to:
- network
- find suppliers
- identify market trends
- learn about new technologies
- compare prices
- expand your professional network
- discover buying and selling opportunities for a used car dealership
- gain ideas to improve business profitability
Germany is a European leader in the automotive industry and one of the strongest markets for used vehicles, so attending its trade fairs means gaining access to manufacturers, distributors, technology companies and professionals from across Europe.
It is also an ideal environment for spotting trends that later reach other European markets.
IAA MOBILITY – Munich
The IAA MOBILITY is one of the world’s most important mobility and automotive events.
It brings together manufacturers, technology companies, start-ups, suppliers and professionals from the automotive sector.
For a used car dealership, it is particularly useful for learning about trends in electrification, digitalisation, sustainable mobility and developments in the European market.
- When: 7–12 September 2027
- Where: Munich (ICM – International Congress Centre Munich and M,O,C.)
- Duration: 6 days
- Opening hours: usually from morning until late afternoon, depending on the exhibition area and activities
Automechanika Frankfurt – Frankfurt
Automechanika is one of the world’s leading trade fairs for the automotive aftermarket, maintenance, repair, spare parts and services.
It is of great interest to used car dealers as it enables them to find suppliers of parts, tools, management software, detailing, diagnostics and vehicle reconditioning.
- When it takes place: 8–12 September 2026
- Duration: 5 days
- Where: Messe Frankfurt, Frankfurt
- Usual opening hours: full day (morning and afternoon) for trade visitors
NUFAM – Karlsruhe
NUFAM focuses on commercial and industrial vehicles.
Although it is primarily geared towards commercial transport, it is also highly relevant for dealers working with vans, light commercial vehicles or second-hand company fleets.
- When it takes place: September 2027
- Duration: 4 days
- Where it takes place: Messe Karlsruhe, Karlsruhe
- Opening hours: open during trade fair business hours
The fair serves to identify business opportunities in the used commercial vehicle market, a segment in increasing demand in Europe.
WM Werkstattmesse Dortmund – Dortmund
This event specialises in workshop equipment, spare parts, tyres, paint and tools for the automotive sector.
For a used car dealership, it can be highly profitable, as it enables the improvement of internal processes for vehicle repair and preparation prior to sale.
- When is it: September 2026
- Duration: 3 days
- Where is it: Dortmund Exhibition Centre, Dortmund
- Opening hours: trade days during business hours
It is also a good place to strike deals with distributors and suppliers specialising in maintenance and reconditioning.
Automotive Masterminds – Berlin
Automotive Masterminds is a professional forum focused on strategy, digitalisation, innovation and the future of the automotive sector.
Although it is not a traditional vehicle exhibition, it is very interesting for dealership owners who want to modernise their business and understand the direction in which the European market is evolving.
- When: May 2026
- Duration: 2 days
- Venue: Estrel Berlin Hotel & Convention Center, Berlin
- Typical schedule: conferences and networking throughout the day
The event addresses topics such as commercial digitalisation, supply chains, electric mobility and new consumer trends – aspects that are becoming increasingly important for the used car market.
