Guide to Auto Shanghai 2025
The 21st Shanghai International Automobile Industry Exhibition — also known as the Auto Shanghai 2025 — is set to run from April 23 to May 2 at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai).
This year's event aims to uphold its reputation as a leading A-level auto show, showcasing global advancements in automotive technology and innovation.
Key facts
Participants: Nearly 1,000 renowned companies from 26 countries and regions
Exhibition area: 360,000+ square meters
Exhibition layout:
- Eight halls for passenger vehicles: 3H, 4.1H, 5.1H, 5.2H, 6.1H, 6.2H, 7.1H and 8.1H
- Four halls for automotive technology and auto supply chain: 1.2H, 2.2H, 7.2H and 8.2H
- Media zone: 2.1H
- More facilities — such as lounges, medical rooms and service areas — will also be available on-site.
Schedule for the exhibition:
- Press days: April 23 and 24, 9 am-6 pm
- Trade days: April 25 and 26, 10 am-7 pm
- Public days: April 27 to May 2, 10 am-7 pm (except for May 2, when opening hours are 10 am-3 pm)
Main highlights
Vehicles exhibition:
Leading international and domestic automotive brands, including industry giants Volkswagen and BYD, will showcase their latest models, with global premieres and cutting-edge technologies taking center stage.
What's more, Xiaomi Automobile Co Ltd and Harmony Intelligent Mobility Alliance, will make their debut at Auto Shanghai 2025.
Technology titans:
Major players in the automotive technology and supply chain sectors, like Robert Bosch GmbH and Contemporary Amperex Technology Co Limited, will exhibit their latest innovations — with a significant increase in the scale and number of participating companies compared with previous editions.
Nearly 50 world-leading businesses — including Sony Group Corporation and Intel Corporation — will attend the event for the first time.
Concurrent events:
The auto show will host a series of forums and technical exchanges, including on April 22 the 2025 Global Automotive Leaders Closed-door Summit — covering topics such as key automotive technologies, the semiconductors industry, sustainable supply chain developments and more.
Attendee must-knows
Media registration:
Media personnel should register online from now to 8 pm on April 20 (Beijing time) via the event's official website at www.autoshanghai.org — or on the WeChat account at "autoshanghaiexpo". Electronic press passes linked to individual identities will be issued and verification will be required on entry.
Electronic tickets:
All tickets for the event will be electronic. Attendees must purchase tickets through the only official platform — the WeChat mini-program for buying electronic tickets to the exhibition. They need to complete real-name registration to activate the tickets before 6 pm of the day before the nominated visit date.
See the table for ticket prices and admission hours:
Note: The ticket is valid only for the specified date.
Children under 1.3 meters tall or under 6 years of age enjoy free entry, but must be accompanied by an adult. Their guardians must sign a "letter of commitment for child safety" before admission.
Visitor guidelines:
For their first entry into the venue, international visitors must carry their passports and their admission credentials that have been pre-registered with their real names, perform the verification process and have their pictures taken at the service desks in the east, south, west and north entrances and undertake the facial identification access procedure.
Various service facilities such as information desks, rest areas for people with special needs, medical assistance points and communications support vehicles will be available on-site.
More information
The auto show will extend its exhibition period to coincide with the May Day holiday — offering a unique blend of automotive technology with urban culture, lifestyle, travel, entertainment and family activities.
Collaborations with platforms like Bilibili and Xiaohongshu (RedNote) will create immersive and interactive consumer experiences, allowing attendees to witness the dynamic intersection of technology and automotive innovation up close.
This year's auto show promises to be a comprehensive and engaging event — showcasing the latest trends and innovations in the global automotive industry, while providing a seamless and enjoyable experience for all participants and visitors.
Source: Official WeChat account of the Shanghai International Automobile Industry Exhibition at "autoshanghaiexpo"