AutoTech 2026
June 2-4, 2026
Vibe Credit Union ShowplaceNovi, MI

CONNECTED MOBILITY

Powering tomorrow's connected automotive ecosystem

AutoTech recognizes that connectivity serves as the critical foundation powering every breakthrough in modern mobility – from autonomous driving systems to personalized in-vehicle experiences. This content group provides your essential gateway to exploring the transformative opportunities and navigating the complex technical, regulatory, and business challenges that will define our connected automotive future, where seamless integration between vehicles, infrastructure, and digital ecosystems creates unprecedented value for manufacturers, consumers, and society.

Join AutoTech's Connected Mobility track to tackle key challenges in aligning connectivity initiatives with business goals. Strategy professionals will gain insights through sessions on software-defined vehicles, V2X, and smart mobility, while technical experts can explore 6G-V2X, cybersecurity, and testing technologies.

Network with suppliers, technology providers, and automakers through VIP summits and structured matchmaking and explore hands-on demonstrations of connectivity technologies that support both strategic priorities and technical implementation across global automotive operations.

Spotlight Sessions

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Building Tomorrow's Software Ecosystem
Panel Discussion
  • How is the transformation from hardware-centric vehicles to software-defined platforms dismantling traditional automotive supply chain hierarchies and creating new capability gaps in the industry?
  • What critical capabilities in continuous updates, customization, cross-platform compatibility, and legacy system integration must automotive companies develop to remain competitive in the software-defined vehicle era?
  • How can automotive technology industry stakeholders strategically position themselves within new SDV marketplaces to identify competitive advantages and capitalize on the massive opportunities reshaping the ecosystem?
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Emerging Trends in the Connected Car Ecosystem

Presentation
  • What are the key trends driving the automotive industry’s shift toward software-defined vehicles, and how is this transformation impacting the broader value chain?
  • How are advancements in connectivity, cloud computing, and edge technologies shaping the future of the connected car ecosystem
  • What are the latest developments in user experience, human-machine interfaces, and safety technologies, and how are they influencing the design and functionality of modern vehicles?
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Evolving Partnerships with Connectivity and Software Innovations

Panel Discussion
  • How are automakers shifting from traditional supplier relationships to strategic marketplaces, and what are the key success factors for implementing connectivity-enabled software architectures?
  • What strategies are OEMs using to compete across diverse regulatory environments while balancing rapid innovation with proven engineering practices?
  • What new business opportunities and revenue models are emerging from software-defined vehicles, and how should automakers prepare for this transformation?