Automotive—Trends and technologies in automotive electronics
The focus topic ‘Automotive’ at electronica 2024 highlighted the latest trends and technologies that will shape the future of mobility.
The focus topic Automotive in detail
The automotive industry is undergoing profound change. Electrification and digitalization are driving the development of new mobility concepts. The focus topic ‘Automotive’ at electronica 2024 highlighted the latest trends and technologies that will shape the future of mobility.
What exactly does the focus topic Automotive mean in the context of the All Electric Society?
Electrification is a key component of the All Electric Society. For the automotive industry, this means a comprehensive transformation that goes far beyond the powertrain. Connectivity, autonomous driving, and new business models such as mobility-as-a-service are revolutionizing the industry.
Why is the topic “Automotive” so important at the moment?
Electromobility is at an exciting stage. While there are challenges in terms of cost, charging infrastructure and sustainable rare earths, there are huge opportunities for the automotive industry. Demand for electric cars is growing worldwide and technological advances, such as new battery concepts, are accelerating.
What are the latest developments in the automotive sector?
- Affordable electric cars: New manufacturers are offering affordable electric vehicles.
- Flexible financing models: Leasing and subscription models make electric cars accessible to more people.
- Connected vehicles: V2X technology enables intelligent communication between vehicles and transportation infrastructure.
- Smart charging tariffs: Smart meters enable charging at favorable times.
- Autonomous driving: Advances in sensors, software, and artificial intelligence are bringing autonomous driving closer.
- New mobility concepts: Mobility-as-a-service is gaining ground.
What are the challenges in the automotive sector?
- Expanding the charging infrastructure: A ubiquitous charging network is critical to the adoption of electric mobility.
- Costs: The initial cost of electric vehicles must continue to fall.
- Range: The range of electric cars must continue to increase.
- Regulation: A clearer framework is needed for the development of new technologies.
The trade fair program for the automotive industry
electronica's high-caliber supporting program also showed what is driving the automotive industry. The focus here was on knowledge transfer and the exchange of expertise.
What aspects of the focus topic Automotive will electronica focus on?
electronica 2024 took a comprehensive look at the electrification and digitalization of mobility. Special emphasis will be placed on the following aspects:
- Battery technology: new technologies and materials that enable higher energy density, faster charging times and a longer service life.
- Charging solutions: innovative charging infrastructures and technologies for electric vehicles.
- Autonomous driving: sensors, software and artificial intelligence for self-driving cars.
- Connectivity: connected vehicles and their integration into intelligent transport systems.
- Mass market e-mobility: solutions that make e-mobility more affordable for a broad customer base.
Which companies presented their automotive solutions and products?
A large number of companies from the automotive, electronics and renewable energy industries was represented at electronica 2024. These include:
- Component manufacturers – companies that produce connectors, housings, cable harnesses or electromechanical components.
- Suppliers – companies that develop and produce components for electric vehicles, such as battery manufacturers, motor manufacturers, sensor manufacturers and chip manufacturers
- Software vendors – providers of software solutions for autonomous driving, vehicle connectivity and charging infrastructure.
- Startups – young, innovative companies developing new business models and technologies for the mobility of the future.
Which electronica forums are specifically dedicated to this topic?
The electronica 2024 forums, which were held on six stages, and the Automotive Conference offered a comprehensive program of lectures, workshops and discussions on automotive topics. Key events included:
- electronica Automotive Conference – a conference dedicated to the most important trends and challenges for the entire automotive supply chain.
- Automotive Forum – this forum provides practical insights into the latest developments and is aimed at specialists and managers in the automotive sector.
- Workshop – hands-on workshops where attendees can try out new technologies and products.
Visitors to electronica 2024 enjoyed the following new insights:
- Current trends: the latest developments in electromobility, autonomous driving and vehicle connectivity.
- Future perspectives: a look at the future of mobility and the role of electronics in it.
- Business models: new business models emerging from the digitalization of mobility.
- Technologies: innovative technologies that will shape tomorrow’s mobility.
Exhibitors on the focus topic Automotive
Renowned exhibitors from the automotive industry presented their latest products and services. To find out which industry giants and up-and-coming companies were exhibiting at electronica, check out the list of exhibitors.