REGISTRATION NOW OPEN FOR THE 2026 HIGH PERFORMANCE EXPO
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Jan. 13, 2026 — Registration is officially open for the 2026 High Performance Expo (HPX).
HPX is the premier event in the high-performance automotive aftermarket, taking place June 2–4, 2026, at the Charlotte Convention Center. Attendees can register now for the trade show and conference highlighting the latest innovations in the automotive aftermarket and providing insights into industry trends. HPX offers a wide range of exhibits and educational opportunities while facilitating quality connections through onsite networking and experiential activations. HPX brings together industry professionals, including manufacturers, shops, race teams, builders, retailers and die-hard enthusiasts.
Dana Teague, managing director of HPX, said, “With registration now open, attendees can begin planning their full HPX experience. All passes include access to a dynamic education program featuring leading voices from the automotive aftermarket, along with multiple ways to connect with industry peers and explore the latest products and innovations.”
“We’re pleased to welcome the second annual High Performance Expo back to North Carolina, where motorsports means business,” said Chad Willis, executive director of the North Carolina Motorsports Association. “With strong support from the NCMA board of directors, HPX serves as an ideal showcase for the motorsports and automotive aftermarket industries, giving exhibitors and attendees meaningful ways to connect, learn and grow their networks and customer base.”
Returning and new HPX highlights include:
- Exhibits — Discover the newest technologies, the fastest cars and the brilliant minds behind them. Explore the show floor for the latest products, connect with trusted manufacturers and suppliers, and enjoy hands-on experiences and networking opportunities.
- HPX Theaters, sponsored by Engine Pro — Two on-floor theaters will host fast-paced insights from industry leaders, innovators and entrepreneurs shaping the future of the automotive aftermarket, as well as featured sessions including Influencers Hour and Future of the Industry.
- Women’s Em[POWER]ment Summit — Back by popular demand. A transformative leadership event uniting trailblazing women from the industry who are shattering barriers, confronting challenges, spearheading change, and shaping their desired careers.
- Automotive Leadership Conference — NEW for 2026. Real stories, proven tactics and conversations designed to move businesses forward, delivered by industry leaders with real-world experience.
- PerformancePLUS Competition — The ultimate product showdown, showcasing the latest product innovations and hottest designs in the performance marketplace.
- Adjusted Hours — To allow more local shops to attend, Expo hours have been adjusted:
- Tuesday, June 2: 1–7 p.m.
- Wednesday, June 3: 1–6:30 p.m.
- Thursday, June 4: 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Prospective attendees can register at: https://hpx.customreg.net/register/6aceabd1-f3b5-4332-9983-9fe47f71ded5?utm_campaign=reg_launch&utm_medium=press_release&utm_content=link&utm_source=website
Hotel accommodations for the 2026 High Performance Expo can be booked at:
https://book.passkey.com/go/HPX2026
HPX social media:
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/highperformanceexpo/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/highperformanceexpo/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thehpx/
About the High Performance Expo
HPX is where the high-performance automotive world converges to build what’s next. Held in Charlotte—the heart of American motorsports—HPX is a trade show and conference uniting the full spectrum of the industry, including manufacturers, shops, race teams, builders, retailers and die-hard enthusiasts. HPX serves as a launchpad for innovation, a marketplace for serious business and a community built on speed, grit and collaboration.
The second annual High Performance Expo is scheduled for June 2–4, 2026, at the Charlotte Convention Center in Charlotte, North Carolina. HPX is owned and managed by Taffy Event Strategies.
About the North Carolina Motorsports Association
The North Carolina Motorsports Association is a 501(c)(6) nonprofit trade organization dedicated to promoting, protecting and growing the motorsports industry across North Carolina. Established in 2002, NCMA represents race teams, tracks, manufacturers, service providers, suppliers, professional service firms and related businesses driving the state’s motorsports economy.
NCMA serves as the unified voice of the industry at the state level, providing legislative and regulatory advocacy while fostering collaboration and professional development through networking events, industry programs and educational seminars.
Media Contact
High Performance Expo
Pamela Miller
pmiller@thehpx.com
571-506-7160
