[Photo via the official website of Auto China]

The 2026 (19th) Beijing International Automotive Exhibition is being held from April 24 to May 3 at the China International Exhibition Center (Shunyi Hall) and the Capital International Exhibition and Convention Center. Boasting a total exhibition area of 380,000 square meters, the event brings together nearly 1,000 automakers from 21 countries and regions, and is expected to draw nearly one million visitors. It has set a new record for global auto shows, making it the largest event in the global automotive industry.

A total of 1,451 vehicles are on display, including 181 which are debuting at the show and 71 concept cars. Major international automotive brands are all showcasing their flagship models. Cutting-edge intelligent technologies such as L3 self-driving and integrated AI large language models are also being highlighted. The Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei Smart Connected New Energy Vehicle Technology Ecosystem Hub is making its debut in Hall A3. In addition, the auto show has attracted leading enterprises in the automotive supply chain and technology sector from 21 countries and regions, including the United States, Germany, and Russia. More than 200 press conferences, over 30 themed activities, as well as multiple networking events and targeted business matchmaking sessions will also be held during the event.

Service Information

Visitor Entrances of Capital International Exhibition and Convention Center: East Entrance Hall, North Entrance Hall, and the security checkpoints on the west side of B2/B5. Visitors who have purchased e-tickets must activate their tickets by 18:00 the day before their visit. Please bring the original ID document for admission verification.

Transport Tips

1. Subway: Take Line 15 to China Int'l Exhibition Center Station and walk to the East Entrance Hall of the Capital International Exhibition and Convention Center; Take Line 15 to Hualikan Station and walk to the North Entrance Hall of the Capital International Exhibition and Convention Center.

2. Buses: Routes 915, 916, 933, 955, 980, Shun 62, Shun 57, Shun 88, and Jiao 81 all go directly to the Capital International Exhibition and Convention Center.

3. Taxi and Ride-Hailing Drop-off Points: Jingmi Road Rail Bridge No. 1, Jingmi Road Rail Bridge No. 2, and the entrance of P5 parking lot.

4. Driving: Designated parking lots P4, P5, P6, and P7 can accommodate most visitors' vehicles.

From Jingmi Road, the Jingmi Expressway, or the Airport Expressway: If you are coming from downtown and reaching Anhua Street, do not turn left to head north. Instead, continue to the next intersection, turn left onto Anning Street, and drive straight into the P7 parking lot. After parking, you can walk to the venue.

From Tianbei Road direction: Visitors driving along the westbound section of Tianbei Road may choose P4 or P5 parking lots nearby to avoid unnecessary detours.

From Luoma Roundabout: Vehicles approaching from Luoma Roundabout are recommended to park in P6 or P8, which are the closest options.

(Sources: Beijing Youth Daily, official WeChat account of the Shunyi Sub-Bureau of Beijing Municipal Public Security Bureau)