The 2026 Kampala Auto Show concluded on Sunday, July 19, at the Kololo Independence Grounds after three days of vehicle showcases, motorsport entertainment, automotive business engagements and family-friendly experiences.
The event, which ran from July 17 to 19, brought together car dealers, mechanics, motorsport drivers, insurance providers, asset-financing institutions, car enthusiasts and families under one platform, further cementing its place as one of Uganda’s leading motoring and lifestyle events.
Now in its 5th edition, the Kampala Auto Show has continued to grow as a major automotive marketplace and lifestyle platform, combining commerce, entertainment, education and sport. This year’s edition featured vehicle exhibitions, electric vehicles, vintage and custom cars, live drifting, drag racing, stunt performances, maintenance workshops, product showcases and public engagements from different players across the automotive value chain.
Kansai Plascon Uganda participated as a co-sponsor of the Auto Show for the third consecutive year, using the platform to showcase its automotive paint solutions alongside other paint products available on the Ugandan market.
At the Plascon exhibition booth, visitors interacted with the company’s range of auto car paints and related products designed for vehicle finishing, repair, refurbishment and maintenance. The showcase gave motorists, mechanics, spray painters, car owners and motoring enthusiasts an opportunity to learn more about professional paint application, vehicle body finishing, paint care and the importance of using genuine automotive paint products.
Speaking during the Auto Show, Daniel Kayongo, the Head of Marketing at Kansai Plascon Uganda, said the company’s continued participation reflects its commitment to supporting Uganda’s growing automotive sector and creating awareness around Plascon’s wider product portfolio.
“The Kampala Auto Show gives us a strong opportunity to engage directly with motorists, mechanics, spray painters, car owners and car enthusiasts. Many people know Plascon for decorative and architectural paints, but we also have strong automotive paint solutions that support vehicle finishing, repair and refurbishment. Our participation here is about education, product experience and supporting the wider automotive industry,” Kayongo said.
Plascon’s presence at the Auto Show also helped broaden public understanding of the brand beyond architectural paints. Through product exhibitions and direct engagement with visitors, the company highlighted its role in the automotive space, particularly in vehicle refinishing, body repair, professional spraying and long-term vehicle protection.
Beyond the Plascon showcase, the three-day Auto Show delivered a strong sports and lifestyle experience for attendees, with crowds treated to drifting, drag racing, stunt performances, custom car displays, vintage models, electric vehicle showcases, family activities and entertainment. Drivers, car owners and motoring enthusiasts also used the platform to share their passion for cars, performance, modification, restoration and Uganda’s growing car culture.
The event also created space for broader conversations around safer and better-maintained vehicles, with exhibitors engaging the public on vehicle care, financing options, insurance, spare parts, servicing and general automotive maintenance.
For Plascon, the 2026 Kampala Auto Show provided a practical platform to demonstrate that automotive paint plays an important role not only in vehicle appearance, but also in protection, durability, refurbishment and long-term vehicle value. The company used the event to educate consumers on the importance of choosing genuine automotive paint products and working with trained applicators to achieve quality finishing.
