Events and highlights

EQUIP AUTO Arena

EQUIP AUTO Arena, the unique space dedicated to the workshops, conferences and forums of this EQUIP AUTO Paris 2025 edition. An even more welcoming venue, with seating for 250, located at the heart of the show in Pavilion 1.

25 events expected at EQUIP AUTO Arena 2025!

• 11 workshops dedicated to repair, collision repair, tyre professionals, maintenance and services.
• 8 conferences dedicated to the after-sales ecosystem
• 1 major European Forum: ‘Automotive distribution and services facing their future’
• The International Grands Prix for Automotive Innovation

THE TECH ACADEMY

Immersive demonstrations, presentations and meetings: at the heart of the Tech Village in Pavilion 7.1, a dynamic space dedicated to technological innovation in mobility, with an outdoor exercise area.

“(R)EVOLUTION”

1975-2025: (R)EVOLUTION – 50 YEARS, THE EXHIBITION BY EQUIP AUTO

Exclusive retrospective exhibition from October 14 to 18, 2025 at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles. (R)EVOLUTION will celebrate 50 years of innovations and services, illustrated by 50 personalities and innovations

A veritable journey to the heart of the industry, this exhibition in Hall 7 invites visitors to step back in time and discover or (re)discover the equipment, parts, systems and services that have shaped the automobile as we know it today. Research & Development, design, production, distribution, sales and recycling – all these stages are involved and attest to the dynamism of the automotive and automotive after-sales professions.

At the center of a dedicated area: meetings, signing sessions, events and competitions will be organized to offer visitors a rich and varied program.

But the journey is not limited to a look in the rear-view mirror, as the show will take advantage of this unique anniversary edition to present a vision of what engineers, researchers, experts and enthusiasts are developing today for the vehicles that will represent tomorrow’s mobility. See you in 2075?

International Grands Prix For Automotive Innovation

The EQUIP AUTO Paris International Grands Prix for Automotive Innovation, the show’s flagship event, is celebrating its 40th anniversary by rewarding exhibitors’ most innovative concepts, products and services, highlighting emerging technologies in the automotive after-sales sector. A total of 8 categories will be rewarded, including a special CSR Award.

A HACKATHON

For 24 hours, professionals, engineering schools and automotive training institutes will join forces to imagine the mobility of the future.

The 6 challenges to explore :

• Challenge 1: Autonomous, shared and inclusive mobility
• Challenge 2: Energy challenge: electrification, hydrogen, sobriety
• Challenge 3: New sustainable materials
• Challenge 4: Responsible production & supply chain – remanufacturing
• Challenge 5: Technological reappropriation (AI, IoT, cybersecurity)
• Challenge 6: Social and ethical acceptability

The Automobile Awards

A first!

EQUIP AUTO Paris 2025 is setting up an area dedicated to the AUTOMOBILE AWARDS on the Pont des expositions to host all the cars competing for the Grand Prix ‘La Voiture Préférée des Français’ so that visitors can get an overall idea before casting their vote. As in 2024, EQUIP AUTO will also be awarding the prize for Equipment of the Year 2025.

The FNA’s ‘Win a Garage’ competition, co-organised with EQUIP AUTO and the FIEV

The FNA is launching the 10th edition of the ‘Win a Garage’ competition, a special edition to mark the 50th anniversary of the EQUIP AUTO Paris show. This emblematic competition offers car repairers the chance to win up to €100,000 in prizes (equipment, tools, services, etc.). Open from June online and at the show, it is based on a simple prize draw. Participants must visit the stands of the 25 partners to validate their entry. With strong media coverage and integrated into the visitor itineraries, the event aims to reach 100% of repairers, while creating a direct link between professionals, partners and innovations in the sector.

Meet Bibendum and the Croisière Verte at EQUIP AUTO!

EQUIP AUTO is honouring two human and technological adventures:
The Bibendum 4L Trophy crew, involved in a mission to help children in Morocco, will be exhibiting their famous 4L in Pavilion 7.1, alongside the participants in the Croisière Verte.

To coincide with the introduction of roadworthiness tests for category L vehicles (2/3 motorised wheels and quadricycles), EQUIP AUTO is also supporting this 100% electric and autonomous African expedition, which is being led by 4 Citroën AMI vehicles.

These two projects will be on display at the show from 14 to 18 October. Come and meet their crews and immerse yourself in inspiring initiatives combining boldness, solidarity and sustainable mobility.

Entertainment in the Tire and Innovation Village

At EQUIP AUTO Paris 2025, the Tire & Innovation Village will feature a brand-new animation area, highlighting one of the major challenges facing the after-sales industry in the future: the shift in the vehicle fleet towards electric vehicles will make tires the number-one reason for entering a workshop, and the main source of margins.

In partnership with the Syndicat du Pneu and its members, this animation will offer an immersion into the heart of a revolution: the implementation of innovative digital solutions, led by the integration of an RFID chip, a real revolution to simplify logistics and ensure unprecedented traceability. In fact, manufacturers have joined forces to make this technology available worldwide by 2028.

Conceived as a place of discovery and exchange, this exclusive educational exhibition will play an essential role in informing professionals and the press about the digital and impactful technological evolutions that will integrate tires and maintenance and management tools in workshops and fleets. With the aim of preparing aftersales professionals for the challenges of the future, come and discover this animation, which will be one of the key events at EQUIP AUTO Paris 2025.

Gala dinner

To celebrate its 50th anniversary, EQUIP AUTO invites its partners, exhibitors and special guests to an exceptional gala dinner on Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at the prestigious Palais Brongniart.

An emblematic setting to celebrate half a century of exchanges, collaborations and shared successes.
The former Paris Stock Exchange, this venue steeped in history and timeless charm will provide a prestigious backdrop for this exceptional evening.

This event is by invitation only.

To celebrate its 50th anniversary, EQUIP AUTO Paris is inviting artists (sculptors, furniture designers, etc.) inspired by the automobile and its history to a dedicated area.
Visitors and exhibitors will vote for their favorite work.
The artist behind the winning work will be rewarded on the final day of the show at the EQUIP AUTO Arena.

Assembly / Dismantling of two Willys Jeeps

We’re delighted to welcome back François Allain, a leading figure in the automotive world, for an exceptional event.

A spectacular challenge… THE WHOLE CHRONOMETER!

Outdoor testing zone

New in 2025

SHOW, TEST AND CONVINCE!

The Testing Zone, located outdoors next to Pavilion 7.1, is an exclusive venue.

Time for an experience!

This demo zone offers the chance to try out vehicles and technologies in a purpose-built setting, transforming conventional presentations into a tangible and memorable experience.