AutoTech 2026 is right around the corner! To make sure you have a successful event, please review the information below and let us know if you have any questions, via email at: autotechcustomersuccess@informa.com
1. SHOW LOCATION – AutoTech 2026 Vibe Credit Union Showplace
46100 Grand River Ave.
Novi, MI 48374
Expo Hall Location: Hall C
2. SHOW HOURS
Wednesday, June 3 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday, June 4 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Badged Booth Staff may arrive as early as 8:00 AM on June 3rd and June 4th.
3. EXHIBITOR REGISTRATION HOURS
*Located inside the entrance to the Expo Hall
Tuesday, June 2 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday, June 3 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday, June 4 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
• Please enter through the back of the hall and check in at the EAC check in desk on Monday and Tuesday morning until the registration desk opens on Tuesday at 12:00 PM.
To check-in onsite you will need a government issued photo id that matches the legal name on your registration record.
• To create a contactless check-in process, the QR code included in your registration confirmation email will be required for check-in.
• No exhibitors will be allowed onto the show floor without a badge.
4. MOVE-IN/INSTALLATION OF EXHIBITS
Monday, June 1 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday, June 2 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
5. VEHICLE MOVE-IN
Monday, June 1 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday, June 2 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
YOU MUST COMPLETE THE AUTO REQUEST FORM AND RECEIVE APPROVAL PRIOR TO ARRIVAL FOR YOUR VEHICLE TO BE PERMITTED ONTO THE SHOW FLOOR. PLEASE ENSURE YOU HAVE COMPLETED THIS FORM IF YOU PLAN TO DISPLAY A VEHICLE AT AUTOTECH 2026 AutoTech 2026 - Automobile Request Form
*IMPORTANT*
• ALL EACs (EXHIBITED APPOINTED CONTRACTOR) & EXHIBITING BOOTH STAFF ARE REQUIRED TO CHECK-IN AT THE EAC & EXHIBITOR CHECK-IN DESK LOCATED AT THE BACK OF THE EXPO HALL DURING MOVE-IN DAYS AND RECEIVE A WRISTBAND.
• IF YOU ARE AN EXHIBITOR, PLEASE ENSURE YOU ARE REGISTERED WITH A BOOTH STAFF PASS. IF YOU ARE AN EAC, PLEASE ENSURE YOU ARE REGISTERED AS AN EAC BY FILLING OUT THESE FORMS:
o AutoTech 2026 - NOI EAC - to be completed by exhibitor
o AutoTech 2026 - EAC Agreement - to be completed by EAC
• IF YOU ARE NOT PROPERLY REGISTERED, YOU WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO ENTER.
• You may pick up your badge at the Registration desk once Registration opens on Tuesday. • Reminder: All individuals in the expo hall during setup and teardown are required to wear closed-toe shoes for safety purposes. Anyone found to be not in compliance will be required to leave the expo hall. No exceptions will be made.
• All booths must be show-ready by 4:00 PM on the day prior to the show (Tuesday, June 2nd) • All booths must be in place and all materials must be uncrated and tagged for removal by 4:00 PM on Tuesday, June 2nd, so we may remove empty containers and clean aisles.
• For Car Move-In Instructions please review This Document.
6. MOVE-OUT/DISMANTLING OF EXHIBITS
Thursday, June 4 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Friday, June 5 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
7. VEHICLE MOVE-OUT
Thursday, June 4 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Friday, June 5 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
• Absolutely no tear down is permitted prior to the close of the show!
• All exhibits/booths must be torn down and ready to ship on June 5th by 12:00 PM. Freight can be picked up on Thursday, June 4th until 9:00 pm or freight can be picked up on Friday, June 5th from 8:00 am – 4:30 pm from 46100 Grand River Ave., Ste B, Novi, MI 48374.
• All outbound Bill of Lading paperwork must be turned into the Service Desk prior to your departure from the venue. If you do not have an outbound Bill of Lading, you may complete this document at the service desk after the show. Be sure that your carrier knows the company name and booth number when making arrangements for shipping your freight at the close of the show. Anything that is left behind in your booth that is not labeled for outbound shipment will be considered abandoned and deemed as trash.
• General questions can be directed to: detroit@artcraftdisplay.com
8. PRIVATE MEETING ROOMS (LOCATED IN DIAMOND CENTER)
Sponsors who have purchased a private meeting room within the Diamond Center must adhere to the following parameters:
• MOVE-IN/INSTALLATION OF PRIVATE MEETING ROOMS:
Monday, June 1 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday, June 2 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sponsors may access their meeting rooms starting on Monday, June 1. Please check in at the EAC & Exhibitor Services Desk located at the back of the expo hall to receive a wristband. Anyone without a wristband will not be allowed to enter. You may pick up your badge on Tuesday once Registration opens.
• MOVE-OUT/DISMANTLING OF PRIVATE MEETING ROOMS:
Thursday, June 4 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Sponsors must clear their meeting rooms by 9:00 pm on Thursday, June 4th.
Any on-site additions must be coordinated with the on-site catering team, and there is a 30% surcharge for all on-site additions. Those charges along with all other services required (power, internet, AV, etc.) will be invoiced post-event.
Please reach out to heatherp@vibeshowplace.com or your Sales Rep if you have questions regarding your private meeting room.
9. MEALS
Delegate Lunch will be available Wednesday & Thursday in the Expo Hall. This is open to all delegates, speakers, exhibitors and Informa staff.
10. EXHIBITOR SERVICE CENTER
Exhibitors needing assistance should proceed to this area for On-Site Exhibitor Service Center located in Hall C. The following vendors will have service desks at this location:
▪ ArtCraft Display – General Contractor
▪ BoCo Enterprises – Electrical & Internet
Additional information regarding ordering services from Art Craft Display can be found here: www.artcraftdisplay.com
On the Home Page, click on: “Download Exhibitor Kit”
Enter Event Code: 368753
11. INFORMA CONNECT TECH EVENTS APP
Exhibitor Pass holders scan leads via their personal devices by downloading the ‘Informa Connect Tech Events’ app. Search “Informa Tech Events” in the App Store or Google Play to download the Informa app. Login with the email address you provided to register for AutoTech 2026.
For on-site assistance, visit Registration.
12. MOBILE APP
Please use the mobile app to refer to the agenda, conference details, expo details, floor plans and more! If anyone experiences issues with the mobile app, please visit the registration desk.
Search “Informa Connect Tech Events”.
Steps:
• Login with the email address you provided to register for AutoTech 2026
• Be sure to turn on notifications to know when attendees are reaching out to you in real time. For IOS you can manage notifications within the app settings. For Android you can manage the notifications on the phone settings within notifications settings.
13. PARKING
Self-parking is provided free of charge as a courtesy to all guests. For more information about parking, including directions, please visit:
Vibe Credit Union Showplace Parking
15. Health & Safety Information:
For the most up-to-date information, please visit our code of conduct.
We look forward to seeing you onsite in Novi!
The AutoTech Customer Success & Operations Team
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