Organized by the Ministry of Commerce of China, 2013 China International Auto Parts Expo kicked off on Sept 13, 2013 at the old venue of China International Exhibition Center in Beijing .

According to the official website of the expo, CIAPE is oriented to the global original equipment market, aftermarket, car tuning and accessories market. It provides Chinese and international auto parts industry with an inclusive and multi-functional platform for exhibition, trade, communication and cooperation.

Models pose next to auto parts on Sept 13, 2013 during the 2013 China International Auto Parts Expo at China International Exhibition Center in Beijing . [Liu Zheng/chinadaily.com.cn]