CIAPE, held by the Chinese Government, is an access to Chinese market. CIAPE will open a window for both Chinese and international automobile and auto parts industries by introducing their development level and trend of growth. It will serve as a platform for the release and commercialization of new products, technologies and materials, establishment of brand image, introduction of advanced technologies, equipment, key parts, advanced management and overseas intellect. It also aims to promote import and export, exploration of new markets, investment and cooperation both at home and abroad, interaction between R&D and production, and multilateral exchange.

The 2007 China International Auto Parts Expo (CIAPE 2007) was held in China International Exhibition Center, Beijing from Nov.29 to Dec.1, 2007.

1049 exhibitors from 27 countries and regions exhibited their latest products, innovation and brand images in CIAPE 2007, covering a floorage of 50,000 square meters. Among these 20% were from overseas. 45360 visitors attended the show including 6,200 overseas visitors from 97 countries and regions. The top 10 countries and overseas regions with the largest number of visitors are Korea, USA, Russia, Japan, Brazil, Germany, Iran, Taiwan, Hong Kong and Turkey.

CIAPE is supported by 19 automotive societies covering 10 countries and regions (China, Germany, US, Britain, France, Japan, Korea etc), 8 famous multinational automobile groups ( BMW, GM, Toyota etc), world foremost auto parts corporations (Bosch, Denso, Delphi, Magna etc), and 21 domestic whole car manufacturers( FAW, SAIC Motor, Dongfeng Motor etc) in China.