The Russian International Auto Parts and After-Sales Service Exhibition (MIMS) is a popular auto parts exhibition in Russia. The following is a detailed introduction to the exhibition:
1. Basic information of the exhibition
Exhibition name: Russia International Auto Parts and After-Sales Service Exhibition (MIMS)
Time: May 12 to May 15, 2025
Location: Moscow International Exhibition Center (Krasnopresnenskaya Naberezhnaya, 14, Moscow, Russia; also known as Expocentre Exhibition Center)
Organizer: ITEMF Expo (it is also said that ITEMF EXPO is jointly organized with Messe Frankfurt and ITE Exhibition Company)
Held period: once a year
Exhibition area: 60,000 square meters
Number of exhibitors: 1585
Number of visitors: 54,749
2. Exhibition background and significance
Founded: 1998
Exhibition status: MIMS is an influential auto parts exhibition in Russia and one of the exhibitions that Chinese auto parts and automotive electronics companies are keen on.
Joint exhibition: Since 2010, Automechanika Moscow (Moscow International Auto Parts, After-sales Service and Equipment Exhibition) and MIMS have joined forces to provide a better platform for manufacturers and buyers.
3. Scope of Exhibits
The MIMS exhibition covers multiple areas of the automotive industry, including but not limited to:
Auto parts: engine, gearbox, chassis, braking system, steering system, body and its parts, mechanical standard parts, lights and lamps, interior decoration, remanufactured parts, upgraded parts, tires, wheels, filters wait.
Diagnostic and Repair Tools: Diagnostic and repair equipment, automotive tools, body repair, paint and corrosion protection, tire repair and retreading, etc.
Warehousing and storage systems: Accessories and tuning equipment such as automotive accessories, technical tuning, visual tuning, infotainment systems, etc.
Batteries and automotive electronics: engine electronics, vehicle lighting, electrical systems, batteries, etc.
Automotive chemicals and car wash fluids: oils, coolants and additives, lubricants and working fluids, car wash equipment, washing stations and cleaning equipment, automotive cosmetics, etc.
Software and IT solutions for the automotive industry: sales and service management, digital marketing, customer data management, etc.
Alternative drive and fuel systems: electric vehicles, autonomous vehicles, alternative fuels, human-machine interface (HMI), connected cars, etc.
Services: automotive industry financial products (car loans, leasing), logistics services, private car selection, etc.
4. Exhibition Features and Highlights
International platform: MIMS attracts professionals such as auto parts manufacturers, suppliers, maintenance equipment manufacturers, and auto after-sales service providers from around the world, providing them with a platform to understand auto market trends, discover new accessories, and exchange after-sales service technologies. platform.
Innovative technology display: Exhibitors attract automobile manufacturers, repair manufacturers and after-sales service providers by displaying innovative technologies and high-quality accessories, establish business contacts, and promote market exchanges and cooperation in the auto parts and after-sales service industry.
Rich professional activities: Visitors can learn about the latest trends in the auto parts industry, maintenance technology development and market demand by visiting exhibitions, participating in technical seminars, professional lectures and observing maintenance technology demonstrations.
Business cooperation opportunities: The MIMS exhibition also provides a platform for visitors to learn about auto parts innovation, maintenance technology progress and business cooperation. Visitors can interact with industry experts and suppliers.
5. Market background and opportunities
Russian automobile market potential: Russia is the largest country in the world and has huge automobile market potential. Due to the relative backwardness of Russia’s automobile industry and the withdrawal of American and Western automobile brands in recent years, a vast market has been left for Chinese automobile companies.
Sino-Russian trade relations are close: Sino-Russian trade volume continues to grow, and China has been Russia’s largest trading partner for many years in a row. This provides a good opportunity for Chinese auto parts companies to enter the Russian market.
The level of localization of Russian cars is low: The level of localization of Russian cars is very low, and about 70% to 80% of passenger car parts rely on imports. Chinese auto parts products have the competitive advantages of low cost and low price, which are very attractive to the Russian market.