Moscow is preparing to host one of the most anticipated events in the commercial transport industry: ComAutoTrans. As Russia’s only B2B exhibition where leading manufacturers showcase commercial vehicles through both static displays and dynamic test drives, this event offers attendees a unique opportunity to evaluate vehicles in real-world conditions.
Essential Event Details
ComAutoTrans 2026 is scheduled to take place from 18-21 August 2026 at the Crocus Expo International Exhibition Centre in Moscow. The exhibition was created in response to growing market demand and limited space at the COMvex commercial transport exhibition, providing additional business opportunities for companies in the sector.
The event is an integral part of the Automotive Cluster, a joint platform that brings together three key exhibitions: InterAutoMechanica (passenger cars and aftermarket), ComAutoTrans (commercial vehicles), and AutoBusExpo (buses and coaches). This synergy creates comprehensive coverage of the entire automotive industry, making it a truly unique event in Russia.
Comprehensive Product Showcase
The exhibition covers a wide range of commercial vehicle categories, including:
- Trucks and cargo vehicles
- Light commercial vehicles (LCVs)
- Electric vehicles
- Trailers, semi-trailers, and superstructures
- Special vehicles
- Spare parts and components
- Service and maintenance
- IT, software, and telematics solutions
A Unique Feature: The Test Drive Experience
What truly sets ComAutoTrans apart is its exclusive dynamic test drive format. Exhibitors have the unique opportunity to demonstrate their vehicles in action on a specially equipped outdoor venue, allowing visitors to personally evaluate handling, maneuverability, and performance.
The 2025 premiere of ComAutoTrans featured an impressive test drive program. Over four days, 786 unique test drives were conducted across 13 vehicle models. The all-wheel drive pickup Sollers ST8 was the most popular model, with visitors completing 115 test drives. Other featured vehicles included the MAZ-54402L tractor from the Minsk Automobile Plant (celebrating its 80th anniversary), the SITRAK C7H heavy-duty truck from Remex Truck, the Aurora all-wheel drive minibus, Valdai trucks, and the Kapitan 4×4 Kub cargo-passenger SUV.
Notable Exhibitors and Innovations
The 2025 exhibition attracted a strong lineup of participants from Russia and internationally, including:
- MAZ: Debuted the KUPAVA 673100 insulated van, specially created for the Rulog company (owner of the Vkusno-i Tochka chain)
- Sinotruk/SITRAK: Presented six units of commercial vehicles, headlined by the new SITRAK C9H with 7% reduced fuel consumption
- Cordiant Holding: Introduced the second generation of Cordiant Professional truck tires for regional transportation
- Promtech Plant: Demonstrated expanded-capacity vehicles including the Kapitan 4×4 Kub and an eight-seater LADA Granta with original passenger body
- ParadAvto-M: Showcased light commercial vehicles including the Farizon SV electric van from Geely
- Other participants included Shacman Motors, Bus Motors, Xugong Ru, AutoSpecMissiya, and AVG Axle
Exhibition Results and Impact
ComAutoTrans 2025 demonstrated significant success in its premiere edition. The exhibition attracted 7,958 visitors, highlighting the importance of industry events for the professional community. The visitor profile included 20% representatives of transport companies, 16% service and repair specialists, 13% dealers, and 23% general directors.
Major companies visiting the exhibition included X5 Group, RZD (Russian Railways), Mosgortrans, Auchan, Novatek, and the First Cargo Company. The combined AutoCluster exhibitions featured 503 exhibitors from Russia and 7 other countries, attracting a total of 22,802 professionals.
Exhibitors highlighted the high quality of visitors and the presence of a new interested audience, with several participants reporting confirmed delivery agreements by the first days of the exhibition.
ComAutoTrans Moscow has rapidly established itself as a premier event for the commercial vehicle industry in Russia. Its unique format—combining static exhibitions with exclusive test drive opportunities—offers professionals an invaluable platform for discovering innovations, forging business connections, and making informed purchasing decisions.
The 2026 edition promises to build on the success of the premiere, continuing to serve as a key meeting point for manufacturers, dealers, fleet owners, and transport professionals.
