In partnership with Messe Frankfurt, Automechanika Frankfurt, which will be held from Sept. 14-19, has attracted more attendees with its "Loyalty Price" guarantee that allows exhibitors to pay 2008 rates if they book the same or more exhibit space.

“Taking part in leading international trade fairs seems to be essential even in times of budget cuts and consolidation,” says Thomas Aukamm, director of Automechanika Frankfurt, evaluating the number of registrations as a clear vote of confidence in the Automechanika. “Despite the difficult economic situation, most companies are looking to the future and say that they want to be there when the international automotive sector meets in Frankfurt next year.”

Up to June 15, exhibitors of the last Automechanika could register for the 2008 exhibit price, and many national and international companies from the automobile sector have taken advantage of the Loyalty Price. Among these exhibitors are renowned companies from the parts trade, the aftermarket and the carwash business, e.g., Volkswagen, Bosch, ThyssenKrupp Bilstein Tuning, Febi Bilstein, MAHA, Liqui Moly, Washtec, Ceccato, Chist and Istobal.

The thematic concentration of the paint and bodywork segments in the new Hall 11 has also been given a positive reception by the sector. Numerous exhibitors, including Berner, Würth, WOLF Anlagen-Technik, Audatex, Sata, Mipa, Dinosaurier Werkzeuge Trading and CEBOTECH, have already booked their exhibition space in the impressive exhibition hall in the western section of Frankfurt Fair and Exhibition Centre and thus sent a clear signal for the future.