Malaysia is no longer just part of the region’s automotive story—it’s helping to write it. Something is shifting in ASEAN’s automotive industry. And if you wanted to feel that shift firsthand, Automechanika Kuala Lumpur (AMKL) 2026 was the place to be. The 15th edition of this premier trade event kicked off today at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, drawing over 317 exhibitors from 16 countries and regions across six halls. But this wasn’t just another trade show. With supply chains regionalising, electrification accelerating, and the aftermarket growing more complex, AMKL has evolved into a strategic platform where Southeast Asia’s mobility future is being actively shaped. More Than an Exhibition—A Strategic Hub Officiated by Yang Berhormat Datuk Haji Hasbi bin Haji Habibollah, Deputy Minister of Transport Malaysia, this year’s theme— creating business synergies where automotive mobility solutions meet OEMs and the aftermarket —reflects a deliberate response to how the industry is c...