Auto Care Connect

Auto Care Connect

Auto Care Connect is where leaders and diverse segments of the auto care world come together to ignite innovation, foster collaboration and accelerate the industry's growth.

 May 10–May 13, 2027 Denver, CO

Thank you for attending 2026.

Mark your calendars for Auto Care Connect 2027!

Auto Care's Largest Learning Experience

Auto Care Connect is a three and a half day program that offers learning sessions, a business trade show, executive keynote presentations and association steering meetings to shape the industry's landscape.

Networking

All Attendees and Select Community-Exclusive Networking Opportunities

Industry Leadership

Leadership Advisory Committee and Community Meetings

Trade Show

Learning Sessions

2026 Connect Partner Level Sponsors

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APA Engineering
WHI

Why Attend

The Auto Care Industry's Largest Learning Experience

Join the leaders of the industry for education, networking, business solutions and industry-shaping opportunities that will elevate you, your organization and the industry.

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25 %

of attendees' titles were VPs or above


100 %

of 2025 respondents would recommend Connect to another colleague


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  • ACPN
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 Explore the Trade Show: Products and services for the automotive aftermarket industry, including the largest gathering of automotive aftermarket content professionals.

Contact Jessica Finnerty for all trade show inquiries at jessica.finnerty@autocare.org.

 Attend Networking Breakfasts, Luncheons, Industry Receptions and Happy Hours: Broaden your circle in industry-wide connections as well as community-only specific gatherings to foster relationships with your people.

 Join Leadership Days Committee and Community Meetings: Connect with Auto Care’s high-level volunteer leaders and engaged industry influencers in meetings that shape the future and direction of the association.


Testimonials from 2025

It is an action packed week, with insightshappening around every corner, and it truly does "Connect".

Scott Nash, Director Sales, Product, and Strategy, Spectra Premium

Platform to meet the most influential people of our industry discussing key topics and future trends.

Stefen Feder, Head of Aftermarket, North America AUMOVIO, Systems, Inc.

2026 Connect Sponsors

Thank you to these sponsors for their support of the Auto Care Association's engagement and education at Connect as well as year-round through the ACPN and YANG communities.  Join our generous sponsors and showcase your business and brand in front of Auto Care's largest learning audience. 

View sponsorship opportunities.

  • APA Logo
  • ILC Logo
  • JNP OptiCat
  • Melling Engine Parts
  • PC Fitment
  • PDM
  • Sitation
  • Stibo
  • SUMAX
  • Tasco
  • WHI Solutions
  • WHI Solutions

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For Questions


Leah Jones
Leah Jones
CMP, CAE, Senior Director, Meetings and Events

leah.jones@autocare.org

 

(240) 333-1061

Tomell Harbison
Tomell Harbison
Manager, Meetings and Events

tomell.harbison@autocare.org

 

(240) 333-1069

Ashlie Vesper
Ashlie Vesper
Coordinator, Meetings and Events

ashlie.vesper@autocare.org

 

(240) 333-1026