China International Tire Expo Returns for Its 21st Edition
The China International Tire Expo (CITEXPO) will return to Shanghai from September 2–4, 2026, bringing together tire and wheel manufacturers, distributors, suppliers and automotive aftermarket professionals from around the world.
Now entering its 21st edition, CITEXPO has developed into one of the Asia-Pacific region’s leading trade exhibitions dedicated to tires, wheels and related products. The event will once again be held at the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center, providing an important meeting place for international buyers and the rapidly evolving Chinese tire industry.
CITEXPO 2026 will showcase products, technologies and services spanning the tire and wheel supply chain. Visitors can expect to meet manufacturers of passenger, commercial, off-road and specialty tires, along with wheel suppliers, equipment manufacturers, raw-material providers and businesses supporting tire distribution, maintenance and production.
A Gateway to the Chinese Tire Market
China remains one of the world’s most influential tire manufacturing and export markets. For international distributors and dealers, CITEXPO provides a valuable opportunity to meet suppliers face-to-face, compare product ranges and evaluate potential business partners.
The exhibition also gives visitors direct insight into developments shaping the Chinese and international tire markets, including changes in manufacturing technology, product quality, sustainability, supply chains and global distribution.
Why Attend CITEXPO 2026?
Industry professionals attending CITEXPO can:
- Connect directly with tire, wheel and equipment manufacturers
- Identify new products and potential supply partners
- Explore developments in tire manufacturing, testing and materials
- Discover equipment for tire service, repair and retreading
- Meet buyers, distributors and other aftermarket professionals
- Gain a better understanding of China’s tire and wheel sector
- Build international relationships through face-to-face meetings
CITEXPO is designed as a trade-focused event, allowing attendees to move beyond online introductions and establish direct relationships with companies operating throughout the tire and wheel industry.
Technology and Manufacturing Take Center Stage
The exhibition will also highlight the technical capabilities behind today’s tire and wheel products.
The China International Tire & Wheel Technology Expo, which operates alongside CITEXPO, expands the event’s focus to include manufacturing machinery, raw materials, research and development, testing equipment and production technologies.
Together, the two exhibitions provide a broad view of the industry—from finished tires and wheels ready for distribution to the technology and materials used to manufacture them.
Building on a Successful 20th Anniversary
CITEXPO celebrated its 20th edition in 2025, attracting strong international participation and recording significant growth in preregistered visitors.
The milestone event demonstrated the continuing importance of in-person trade exhibitions at a time when tire businesses are reassessing suppliers, expanding product lines and adapting to changes in global trade.
CITEXPO 2026 will build on that momentum as the exhibition begins its third decade of connecting the international tire and wheel community.
Event Details
Dates: September 2–4, 2026
Venue: Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center
Location: Shanghai, China
Edition: 21st China International Tire Expo
Industry: Tires, wheels, automotive aftermarket products, manufacturing technology and related services
Whether you are sourcing products, seeking distribution opportunities or monitoring the latest developments in tire and wheel manufacturing, CITEXPO 2026 offers an important opportunity to connect with the businesses shaping the industry.
Industry professionals can learn more and register through the official CITEXPO website.
