E-Commerce, Remote Diagnostics & Supply Chain Efficiency | WAAS 2026 Conference Panel

How are digital technologies transforming automotive sales, vehicle servicing and supply chain operations across West Africa? Recorded on Day 2 of the 2026 West Africa Automotive Show (WAAS), this expert panel discussion brings together leading voices from Nigeria's automotive aftermarket, digital automotive technology and Ghana's automotive development sector to explore the opportunities and challenges created by the digital transformation of the automotive industry. Titled "E-Commerce, Remote Diagnostics, and Supply Chain Efficiency", the discussion examines how digital tools are reshaping the way automotive businesses operate, from the growth of online marketplaces and digital spare parts trading to connected vehicle technologies, remote diagnostics and more efficient distribution networks. Featuring an expert panel of industry leaders: Hon. Ngozi Emechebe – President, Auto Spare Parts & Machinery Dealers Association (ASPMDA). Etop Ikpe – CEO, Autochek. Kojo Annobil – Head, Ghana Automotive Development Centre. The panel explores how traditional automotive trading models are evolving alongside digital platforms, and how businesses can take advantage of technology to improve accessibility, streamline operations and reach new customers across regional markets. Key topics explored during the discussion include: Automotive E-Commerce: How digital marketplaces are changing the way vehicles, spare parts and automotive products are bought and sold. Traditional vs Online Marketplaces: Understanding the strengths, challenges and opportunities of established automotive trading hubs compared with emerging digital platforms. Remote Vehicle Diagnostics: How connected technologies and remote diagnostic solutions can improve vehicle servicing, fault detection and after-sales support. Automotive Supply Chain Efficiency: How technology and supply chain optimisation can improve logistics, product availability and distribution across West Africa. Reducing Business Costs: Exploring how digital innovation can streamline automotive operations, improve productivity and reduce inefficiencies. The Future of Automotive Trade in Africa: Identifying opportunities for automotive businesses to embrace digital transformation and build more competitive, connected and efficient operations. As the West African automotive market continues to develop, the adoption of e-commerce, connected vehicle technologies and smarter supply chain systems will play an increasingly important role in the industry's growth. This discussion offers valuable insights for automotive manufacturers, spare parts dealers, distributors, importers, vehicle service providers, technology companies, logistics operators and investors looking to understand the changing landscape of the African automotive aftermarket. Watch the full panel discussion for expert insights into the technologies, trends and opportunities transforming automotive trade across Africa. Discover more about the West Africa Automotive Show and explore the conference programme: www.westafricaautomotive.com/agenda To find out more information regarding the West Africa Automotive Show, visit: www.westafricaautomotive.com/