Hankook & Company Group targets European automotive aftermarket

Hankook & Company Group is expanding its presence in the European automotive aftermarket by participating in the Automechanika Frankfurt 2026 exhibition. The group is operating a joint ‘Hankook’ brand pavilion featuring its Energy Solution (ES) business division and Hanon Systems.

The ES division is showcasing premium lead-acid battery technologies, including AGM, EFB, and MF products. These batteries are designed to meet the high power demands of modern vehicles equipped with Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and infotainment, as well as the requirements of start-stop and hybrid systems. The company has already established a logistics base in Hamburg to support European supply.

Hanon Systems is using the event to debut its strategy for expanding into the aftermarket by leveraging its Original Equipment (OE) thermal management expertise. The company plans to offer components such as HVAC systems, compressors, and powertrain cooling solutions to the replacement market. Europe currently represents more than 35% of Hanon Systems' total revenue.