Trans Power at AAPEX 2026 - Bringing a Full-Spectrum Bearing Lineup to North America's Biggest Aftermarket Stage

AAPEX is the world's largest professional B2B trade show for the automotive aftermarket - and Trans Power will be there. Here's what we're showcasing, why the North American market matters now more than ever, and how our China + Thailand dual supply chain gives buyers a competitive edge in today's trade environment.

About the exhibition

The World's Largest B2B Trade Show for the Automotive Aftermarket

AAPEX - the Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo - is not just the largest automotive aftermarket trade fair in North America. It is the single most influential B2B platform for the global automotive aftermarket industry, held annually in Las Vegas, Nevada. Jointly hosted by the Auto Care Association (AMAC) and MEMA (Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association), AAPEX connects every tier of the global aftermarket supply chain under one roof: manufacturers, distributors, warehouse dealers, independent repair shops, retailers, and fleet operators.

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The 2026 edition brings together participants from a $2.3 trillion global automotive aftermarket, spanning over 1,400 product categories and 550,000 square feet of exhibition space. For any manufacturer or supplier with serious ambitions in the North American market, AAPEX is not optional - it is the most direct access point to the highest-value purchasing decision-makers in the industry.

2,500+

Global exhibitors from around the world

45,000+

Professional buyers in attendance

1,400+

Product categories represented

120+

Participating countries

What makes AAPEX especially powerful as a sourcing event is the profile of its visitors. Research shows that 86% of AAPEX attendees discover new suppliers through the show - making it a uniquely high-conversion environment for suppliers looking to establish or expand relationships with North American distributors, warehouse dealers (WDs), and large independent repair chains. Three days in Las Vegas can open doors that would take years to unlock through conventional outreach alone.

The exhibition spans the full breadth of the automotive aftermarket:

Wheel Bearings & Hub Assemblies

Drivetrain & Transmission Components

Heavy-Duty Truck & Trailer Parts

Engine & Accessory Drive Systems

Suspension & Steering Components

Agricultural & Industrial Machinery Parts

EV & Sensor-Integrated Components

Automotive Spare Parts & Repair Solutions

Market context

North America: The World's Most Valuable Aftermarket - and the Most Complex to Navigate

The North American automotive aftermarket is undergoing a period of exceptional structural change, and for suppliers with the right capabilities, the timing could not be more advantageous. The global automotive wheel bearing aftermarket alone is projected to reach approximately $14.1 billion in 2025, growing to an estimated $28.6 billion by 2035 at a CAGR of around 7.3%. North America sits at the epicenter of this growth, leading the world in technology upgrades and high-value bearing procurement.

Several demand characteristics make North America uniquely compelling for a supplier like Trans Power. The region's vehicle parc is dominated by pickup trucks and SUVs - vehicle categories that generate outsized demand for center support bearings and wheel hub assemblies due to their powertrain architecture and higher operating weights. The aftermarket maintenance volume for heavy commercial vehicles - semi-trucks, trailers, and vocational fleets - is enormous and structurally stable. Independent repair shops (IAMs) hold a dominant position in the aftermarket channel and represent the core end-customer for the parts we manufacture. And rising EV penetration across the region is creating entirely new demand for integrated sensor hub units capable of interfacing with ABS and traction control systems.

The trade policy environment adds another strategic layer. Following the imposition of Section 232 tariffs on automotive parts imports from China, US buyers have rapidly accelerated their search for supply chain diversification - particularly from Southeast Asian manufacturing bases. The current US-China trade agreement extends some tariff exemptions to November 10, 2026, providing an important window. Thailand, where Trans Power also operates a production facility, faces a lower overall tariff burden, making it an increasingly attractive sourcing origin for North American buyers seeking compliance and cost efficiency. This is not background noise - it is the defining supply chain story of 2026, and Trans Power is positioned to answer it directly.

Trans Power at the show

Meeting North America's Buyers Where Decisions Get Made

Trans Power is proud to announce our participation in AAPEX 2026 in Las Vegas. For us, this event represents a strategic commitment to the North American market - not a one-off appearance, but a deliberate investment in building long-term relationships with the distributors, warehouse dealers, and aftermarket professionals who power the US, Canadian, and Mexican aftermarket supply chains.

Our product range is exceptionally well-aligned with North American demand patterns: broad vehicle model coverage spanning domestic, Japanese, Korean, and European brands, OEM-grade quality standards, and a supply chain structure designed to give buyers the flexibility and compliance confidence they need in the current trade environment. We look forward to putting that story in front of the right audience in Las Vegas.

ExhibitionAAPEX 2026 - Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo

LocationLas Vegas, Nevada, USA

ExhibitorTrans Power International (Trans-Power / TP)

Hosted byAuto Care Association (AMAC) & MEMA

Production basesChina & Thailand - dual-base supply chain flexibility

Catalog sizeOver 2,000 product types covering mainstream vehicle applications

What we're bringing

Our North American Product Lineup - Built Around What the Market Actually Needs

Trans Power's product range has been built around the real demand patterns of the North American aftermarket. From the Ford F-150 to the RAM 1500, from cross-country semi-truck fleets to corn belt agricultural machinery, every product category we are bringing to AAPEX has been selected for its alignment with high-velocity North American replacement cycles, broad vehicle model coverage, and OEM-interchangeable quality.

Core

Wheel Bearings & Kits

Front and rear wheel bearings for mainstream passenger cars, SUVs & pickups - precision-sealed, maintenance-free, compatible with Ford, GM, Dodge, Honda, Toyota and 30+ brands

Core

Hub Assemblies with ABS Sensor Rings

Integrated wheel assemblies with OE-interchangeable ABS sensor compatibility - covering mainstream American, Japanese, Korean & European models with strong North American demand

Fast Moving

Driveshaft Center Support Bearings

Purpose-built for full-size pickups & SUVs - high-frequency replacement items covering F-150, RAM 1500, Silverado and other top-selling North American platforms

Fast Moving

Clutch Release Bearings

Key components of manual transmission clutch systems - precision manufactured, comprehensive fitment coverage for commercial and passenger vehicles

Fast Moving

Belt Tensioner & Pulley Bearings

Engine front-end accessory drive components - tensioner bearings and idler gear assemblies compatible with mainstream engine models, steady replacement demand

Commercial

Heavy-Duty Truck Bearings & Wheel Units

For North American semi-trucks & heavy commercial vehicles - high load capacity, wear-resistant, FMSI-compliant, preferred by fleet maintenance operations

Commercial

Trailer Product Series

Specialized trailer hub units and bearings for North American semi-trailer fleets - engineered for sustained heavy-load long-haul applications

Agriculture

Agricultural Machinery Bearings

Purpose-designed for Disc Harrow, Planter, and Combine applications - outstanding dust and water resistance for demanding field conditions across North America

Beyond our core bearing and hub assembly lines, we will also be presenting our Automotive Spare Parts Series - a complementary portfolio of repair components that enriches our overall product offering and supports the one-stop sourcing needs of North American dealers and warehouse distributors. Whether you are building a comprehensive catalogue or filling specific gaps, our team in Las Vegas will be ready to match your requirements to the right products.

Supply chain advantage

China + Thailand: A Dual Supply Chain Built for Today's Trade Reality

In a year defined by tariff uncertainty and supply chain restructuring, Trans Power's dual-base manufacturing model is one of our most tangible competitive advantages - and it is exactly what North American buyers are actively seeking.

With production facilities in both China and Thailand, we give customers the ability to flex sourcing origin based on their compliance requirements, cost structures, and delivery timelines. This is not a contingency plan - it is an engineered supply chain strategy that allows our partners to navigate the current tariff environment with confidence.

China Manufacturing Base

Mature bearing manufacturing ecosystem

Comprehensive precision machining & QC systems

Extensive SKU coverage - most complete product line

R&D and product development center

Rapid engineering response & stable OEM quality

Thailand Manufacturing Base

Southeast Asian manufacturing hub with location advantages

Lower overall US tariff burden vs. Chinese-origin goods

Effective path to reduce North American import costs

Meets diverse compliance requirements of US buyers

Key hub for Southeast Asian automotive exports

The current US-China trade agreement extends certain tariff exemptions to November 10, 2026, providing a near-term window for buyers to optimize their sourcing mix. Trans Power's dual-base model means you do not have to choose one or the other - we can structure supply arrangements that maximize your compliance advantage and minimize landed cost, regardless of how the trade policy landscape continues to evolve.

Why source with us

What North American Buyers Get With Trans Power

North American aftermarket buyers prioritize three things above all else: fast delivery, broad vehicle model coverage, and supplier stability. Trans Power is built around all three - and then some.

Broad North American vehicle coverage: Our wheel hub assemblies and bearing lines cover 30+ brands including Ford, GM, Dodge, Honda, Toyota, and more - with fitment data aligned to the specific models that dominate North American roads: F-150, RAM 1500, Silverado, Tahoe, and the full range of popular SUV and crossover platforms.

OEM-interchangeable quality: Every product in our North American lineup is engineered to OEM specifications and drop-in interchangeability standards - giving independent repair shops and distributors the confidence to list our parts alongside OE references without additional fitment verification.

Tariff-resilient dual supply chain: With production in both China and Thailand, we offer sourcing flexibility that directly addresses the compliance and cost pressures facing North American importers in 2026 - including the ability to route supply through our Thailand base to reduce tariff exposure.

EV-ready integrated hub units: As battery-electric vehicles gain market share across North America, our sensor-integrated hub assemblies with ABS ring compatibility ensure our product range remains fully relevant for the evolving vehicle parc - today and through the next decade.

Full commercial and agricultural coverage: Beyond passenger vehicles, our heavy-duty truck bearings, trailer product series, and agricultural machinery bearings give buyers a single-source solution that spans the full spectrum of North American aftermarket demand.

Find Us in Las Vegas - Let's Talk Business

We warmly invite distributors, warehouse dealers, independent repair chains, fleet operators, and automotive aftermarket professionals to visit the Trans Power booth at AAPEX 2026 in Las Vegas. Whether you are looking to diversify your supply chain, add a new bearing line to your catalogue, or explore a tariff-compliant sourcing strategy for the North American market, our team will be on the floor and ready to talk.

Come by the booth, see our products in person, and let's explore what a long-term partnership with Trans Power can look like for your business.

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