As vehicle technology advances, repair shops face increasing demands for specialized expertise and technical support. In response, Elring, under the brand “Elring - Das Original,” will present enhancements to Elring Garage at Automechanika 2026, a central platform for specialist information, training, and technical support. The initiative, themed “Preferred Partner. Original Quality. Expert Service.,” aims to equip workshops and trade partners with the products, technical know-how, and services essential for their daily operations.
With the guiding message “We maintain mobility,” Elring will showcase a comprehensive range of products, technical services, and knowledge-sharing resources. The platform offers training, technical support, and direct access to specialist knowledge, enabling repair shops to confidently work with new technologies, streamline processes, and strengthen long-term competitiveness. Dirk Willers, ElringKlinger’s Chief Sales Officer, emphasized, “As a trusted partner to repair shops and distributors, we aim to provide far more than high-quality replacement parts. Building on our broad product portfolio, technical services, and Elring Garage, we help workshop professionals successfully navigate the challenges of a changing mobility landscape.” This approach aligns with the SHAPE30 Group strategy, which prioritizes shaping the future of mobility alongside customers.
Elring Garage consolidates technical information, services, training courses, webinars, TechTalks, digital learning resources, and practical videos into one platform. Developed to meet the growing demand for technical support and hands-on knowledge, it assists repair shops in handling diagnostic, maintenance, and repair tasks efficiently. The enhanced platform provides quick access to relevant technical information and application guidance, helping professionals complete repairs safely and expand their capabilities. Additionally, Elring Garage is evolving into an international network, connecting workshop professionals, engine specialists, and automotive enthusiasts through digital and in-person formats. These include technical articles, service information, exploded-view drawings, the Elring Academy, hands-on training, webinars, roadshows, a service hotline, and the Sealant Advisor.
A notable addition is the English-language video podcast “Elring Garage FM - Facts & Myths,” which features technical trainers and product experts discussing current issues in engine technology and workshop practice. The podcast aims to explain technical principles, assess industry trends, and debunk myths, offering in-depth insights to a global audience via major podcast platforms. Georges Mourad, Vice President Aftermarket at ElringKlinger AG, remarked, “High-quality repairs depend on having the right products and the necessary technical knowledge. Elring Garage brings together technical expertise, professional development, and international knowledge-sharing to support workshops as they adapt to technological change.”
Beyond Elring Garage, Elring will showcase product innovations for engine and powertrain repairs, including components for engine and transmission applications such as oil pans, valve covers, oil filter housings, oil separators, and specialist tools. The range also features cylinder-head gaskets designed for use after machining, ensuring reliable seals. Elring is expanding its portfolio for alternative powertrains, including gaskets for electric drive units, shaft seals for electric drives, and solutions for battery, inverter, and high-voltage applications. The LiqRep portfolio is also being strengthened, offering solutions for economical and sustainable repairs of plastic and metal components.
Elring’s presence at Automechanika 2026 will be at Hall 4.0, Booth C12, where visitors can explore these innovations. For further information, contact ElringKlinger AG’s Strategic Communications department. The enhancements to Elring Garage reflect a strategic response to the evolving automotive landscape, positioning Elring as a key partner for repair shops navigating technological change.
