Press Release

The High Performance Expo (HPX) today announced the inaugural HPX Shop Car Challenge presented by Killer Performance, an exclusive, invite-only showcase of the finest custom builds coming out of the top performance shops in the country. The competition will take place June 2-4, 2026, at the Charlotte Convention Center as the centerpiece activation of HPX 2026.

JEGS, a leading retailer and distributor of high-performance automotive parts and accessories, will exhibit at the 2026 High Performance Expo (HPX), bringing its decades-long legacy in motorsports and performance to one of the industry’s fastest-growing events.

The High Performance Expo (HPX) today announced a new collaboration with Street Car Takeover (SCT) to bring an expanded, action-packed automotive experience immediately following the 2026 HPX event.

The High Performance Expo (HPX), taking place June 2-4 at the Charlotte Convention Center, announced its 2026 education lineup, featuring HPX PowerTalks, the Women’s Em[POWER]ment Summit, and the debut of the Automotive Leadership Conference. The programming is designed to deliver practical education that supports business growth, leadership development and innovation across the automotive, aftermarket and motorsports industries.

Registration is officially open for the 2026 High Performance Expo (HPX).

HPX is the future of the automotive aftermarket and where the high-performance automotive world converges to build what’s next. Held in Charlotte – the beating heart of American motorsports – HPX is a trade show and conference that unites the full spectrum of the industry: manufacturers, race teams, builders, retailers, shop owners, content creators, and enthusiasts.

The North Carolina Motorsports Association (NCMA) and its charitable arm, the North Carolina Motorsports Foundation (NCMF), are proud to announce the appointment of Chad Willis as Executive Director, effective September 15, 2025.

The inaugural High Performance Expo (HPX) is in the books and plans are already underway to make it bigger, better and more comprehensive for exhibitors, attendees and enthusiasts. HPX 2026 will be held in June 2026, at the Charlotte Convention Center.