THE FUTURE OF THE
AUTOMOTIVE AFTERMARKET

Name: High Performance Expo 2027 (HPX)
Start: 2027-06-02
End: 2027-06-04
Location: Charlotte Convention Center

June 2 - 4, 2027 – Charlotte Convention Center

WHY HPX

The High Performance Expo (HPX) is where the high-performance automotive world converges to build what’s next. Held in Charlotte – the beating heart of American motorsports – HPX unites the full spectrum of the industry: manufacturers, race teams, builders, retailers, and die-hard enthusiasts.

HPX is a launchpad for innovation, a marketplace for serious business, and a community built on speed, grit, and collaboration. Whether you’re pushing limits in the shop, on the track, or in your specific niche, HPX is the future of the automotive aftermarket.

What you’ll find at HPX 2027:

Next-Gen Innovation: The latest parts, products, and technology redefining performance and business in the automotive aftermarket.
Actionable Education: High-impact sessions focused on growth, strategy, and the next wave of opportunity.
Curated Networking: Programmed meetups, mixers, and lounges designed to connect the right people at the right time.
Content Creation: Opportunities for brands and creators to capture, collaborate, and broadcast from the show floor.

WHO ATTENDS

SPEAKERS

SPONSORS & PARTNERS

WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT.

HPX is a high-energy environment built to move the industry forward. From live product showcases, future focused education and high quality networking, every experience is designed to drive meaningful connections and measurable ROI in a purpose-built setting.

Car Club Collective

The Car Club Collective: Top Ten brings ten handpicked clubs to the HPX show floor, each represented by a single signature build. Classics, muscle, JDM, exotics, and everything in between. Because car culture doesn’t belong in a parking lot. It belongs here.

Shop Car Challenge

The HPX Shop Car Challenge is exactly what it sounds like… top shops, their best recent customer builds, and two awards on the line. The People’s Choice goes to the crowd. The Top Builder Award goes to whoever earns it from the builders themselves.

Recruiting Hub

The HPX Recruiting Hub, sponsored by Hendrick Motorsports, puts students and job seekers in the room with the schools and professionals who shape this industry. Resume reviews, headshots, networking, and everything you need to build a career in performance.

Automotive Leadership Conference

The Automotive Leadership Conference is a high-impact, half-day experience designed for owners, executives, and decision-makers ready to scale smarter, lead stronger, and build more profitable businesses.

Women’s Em[POWER]ment Summit

The Women’s Em[POWER]ment Summit brings together women across the performance racing and automotive industry for an energizing, interactive morning of leadership development, reflection, and practical planning.

PerformancePLUS Competition

The PerformancePLUS Competition gives attendees a front-row seat to the newest performance products and technologies entering the market. Taking place in the HPX Theater, this fast-paced, high-energy showcase brings innovation to life through live, head-to-head product presentations.