Taipei AMPA, E-Mobility Taiwan, and Autotronics Taipei Jointly Open, Attracting Nearly 5,000 Domestic and International Buyers

Central News Agency (Taipei, April 14) – The annual automotive and motorcycle parts, smart mobility, and automotive electronics exhibitions officially opened today. TAITRA Chairman James Huang stated that this year's event attracted nearly 5,000 buyers from 80 countries, presenting a significant order-taking opportunity for Taiwanese companies. He believes that recent Middle East conflicts driving up international oil prices will prompt countries to prioritize energy efficiency and sustainable development, with electric and hydrogen vehicles remaining the mainstream trend. The Taipei International Auto Parts & Accessories Show (Taipei AMPA) and E-Mobility Taiwan, organized by TAITRA, debuted today under the brand "360° MOBILITY Mega Shows." They are co-located with the "Autotronics Taipei" exhibition, co-organized with the Taiwan Electrical and Electronic Manufacturers' Association (TEEMA). The exhibitions cover areas including the automotive and motorcycle parts supply chain, AI automotive electronics, hydrogen energy applications, and smart mobility technology. The opening ceremony was jointly unveiled by TAITRA Chairman James Huang, Presidential Senior Advisor Shen Jong-chin, Deputy Minister of Economic Affairs Chiang Wen-jo, and TEEMA Vice Chairman Hsu Chieh-li. Huang stated in an interview before the event that this year's exhibitions gathered Taiwanese and global automotive industry players, with over 2,000 international buyers pre-registered from 80 countries, plus over 2,000 domestic buyers, totaling nearly 5,000 attendees. This represents a crucial opportunity for businesses to secure orders, and 150 matchmaking sessions will be held during the exhibition to help manufacturers expand their orders. Huang noted that Taiwan's automotive industry output reached NT$500 billion last year, with auto parts exports at NT$214.6 billion. Although slightly less than in 2024 (likely meant previous year), it remains one of Taiwan's key industries amidst geopolitical influences. This exhibition is expected to become a critical exchange platform for the industry. Regarding Taiwan's automotive industry competitiveness, Huang stated that while Taiwan's complete vehicle market has limited international competitiveness, automotive parts and automotive electronics are major export strengths. Particularly driven by capabilities in semiconductors, communication, and hardware integration, automotive electronics possess significant advantages. Future cooperation with international car manufacturers and supply chains is anticipated. When asked by the media about the impact of rising international aluminum prices due to Middle East conflicts on electric vehicles and auto parts, Huang responded that it might indeed increase EV manufacturing costs in the short term. However, in the long run, rising oil prices and geopolitical uncertainties will encourage countries to focus more on energy efficiency and sustainable development, with electric and hydrogen vehicles remaining the future mainstream trend. For this year's exhibition planning, Huang highlighted the establishment of "AI CAR Pavilion" and "Hydrogen Energy Application Pavilion." Several forums are planned to discuss how the automotive industry can continue to innovate amidst technological advancements and geopolitical changes. A "USA Day" briefing session will also be held, inviting government officials and industry players from U.S. states such as Pennsylvania, North Carolina, West Virginia, and Texas to share market information and regulations, assisting Taiwanese manufacturers in planning their entry into the U.S. market. TAITRA announced that this year's exhibition, themed "Empower Every Move," features nearly 900 companies across 2,100 booths. Exhibitors from 16 countries, including Taiwan, the U.S., Germany, Japan, Korea, Singapore, Thailand, Australia, and Mexico, are participating. Key exhibitors cover five major industry segments: complete vehicles and future mobility, electric and new energy, parts and aftermarket services, ICT and semiconductors, and smart cockpits and autonomous driving technology, with representative companies including Hon Hai, Hwa-Cheng Electric Energy, and TECO Electric & Machinery. (Editor: Pan Yi-ching) 1150414