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Middle East Tyre Expo signals Chinese auto parts will intensify UAE price competition

Over 50 exhibitors converge in Sharjah, highlighting the expanding presence of Chinese automotive manufacturers and parts suppliers in the Middle East.

By 19Network Business Desk · Aug 10, 2026 · 3 min read

Row of colorful tires stands on display at a trade show booth during the Middle East Tyre and Auto Parts Expo.

The Middle East Tyre, Auto & Spare Parts Expo in Sharjah highlights a significant shift in the regional automotive market. Discover how Chinese manufacturers are gaining ground and what this means for local businesses.

The Middle East Tyre, Auto & Spare Parts Expo opened in Sharjah on Tuesday, 4 August, gathering over 50 exhibitors from China, the UAE, and Jordan. The event focuses on the expanding footprint of Chinese automotive manufacturers and parts suppliers within the Middle East market, indicating a notable shift in the region's automotive supply chain dynamics.