Reuters Events: Automotive Europe 2026

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Reuters Events: Automotive Europe is a premier gathering for leaders across the global automotive ecosystem who are steering the industry through its most profound and volatile transformation yet. Carefully designed for senior executives from OEMs, tier-1 suppliers, technology providers, financiers, and policymakers, this year’s event pays attention to, and highlights the real-world strategies, partnerships, and innovations needed to deliver the next generation of connected, electric, and autonomous vehicles. Automotive Europe explores the most critical themes reshaping the industry: - Electrification at scale - from batteries and charging infrastructure to grid integration, new business models, and total cost of ownership.- Software-defined vehicles - how OEMs are re-architecting products and organizations around software, data, and continuous updates.- Connectivity and data - unlocking new revenue through connected services, over-the-air capabilities, and data-driven customer experiences.- Autonomous and ADAS technologies - realistic timelines, safety, regulation, and the path to commercial deployment.- Supply chain resilience - rethinking sourcing, regionalisation, sustainability, and risk management in a volatile global environment. Across the two-day you can expect an agenda filled with keynotes panels presented by a high-calibre speaker lineup featuring C suite and VP-level executives from major European and global automakers, a curated exhibition, and interactive sessions such as workshops that move beyond theory, offering case studies, lessons learned, and practical insight into what is working in the market today. Beyond the content on stage, Automotive Europe is designed as a powerful networking platform. Structured matchmaking, roundtables, and informal networking breaks help you connect with potential partners, customers, and investors. Whether you are looking to identify new technology solutions, explore strategic collaborations, or benchmark your roadmap against peers, the event provides direct access to decision-makers across the value chain. Who should attend: - OEM executives responsible for strategy, product, innovation, software, connectivity, EV programs, and sustainability.- Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers adapting portfolios for EVs, ADAS, and software-defined vehicles.- Technology and digital players bringing AI, cloud, cybersecurity, and data platforms to automotive.- Investors, consultants, and policymakers focused on the future of transport and industrial transformation. By bringing together the key stakeholders who will define the next decade, Reuters Events: Automotive Europe offers a rare, comprehensive view of where the industry is heading and how to compete as the value chain is rewritten. Attendees leave with new connections, concrete ideas to implement, and a clearer understanding of how to navigate the transition to a cleaner, smarter, more connected automotive future. Secure your place now by registering online and ensure your place in shaping the future of Automotive innovation in Europe and beyond.   Date and Time: Tue, 30 Jun 2026 08:00 - Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:15 Venue details: Frankfurt am Main, Hessen, Germany Prices:End User: EUR 599.00,Solution Provider: EUR 3199.00 Speakers: Jim Baumback: President of Ford Europe - Ford Motor Company, Xavier Martinet: CEO - Hyundai Motor Europe, Marcus Welz: CEO - Hyundai Connected Mobility , Henrik Engdahl: Director of Electromobility Business Development - Volvo Trucks , Sreenath K.R : Vice President - Vehicle Technology - Volvo Group , Martin Kristensson: Head of Product Strategy - Volvo Group , Tania Khasal: Chief Governance Cyber Security Engineer - Volkswagen Group , Guido Gehlen: Head of Connected Car Services - Hyundai Motor Europe , Yao Yuhan: Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer in ADAS Business Unit - Bosch