Forum schedule
Automotive Forum
Forum speakers
Current and future technologies in automotive electronics
Electronics and software are today’s central innovation drivers in the automotive industry, and their share of value creation has been growing rapidly for years. Whether electrification, active safety, automated driving, seamless connectivity, infotainment, software‑defined vehicles, AI‑based functions or over‑the‑air updates – modern vehicles are evolving into complex, intelligent systems.
The Automotive Forum makes these technological developments tangible and provides practical insights into current technologies, best practices and real-world applications from the automotive and electronics industries.
Its content is aligned with the key topics of the
electronica Automotive Conference, taking place on November 9, 2026. At the forum, these topics are explored in greater depth with a strong technical focus.
Focus topics 2026:
Electrification Across All Vehicle Classes
Different global speeds and technological priorities – from hydrogen and fuel cell systems to hybrid drives and fully battery-electric vehicles.
New Software-Based E/E Architectures
How IT is fundamentally transforming the automotive business landscape and vehicle development.
Holistic Development Processes
The interplay of hardware, software and tool‑chains for the development of complex electronic systems.
Automated Driving and New Vehicle Concepts
Practical insights, current project experiences and forward-looking approaches.
Geopolitical Impacts of the Semiconductor Crisis
Interdependencies between Europe, the USA and China, industrial policy strategies and pathways toward greater resilience.
Who is the audience for the forum?
The Automotive Forum is aimed at professionals and decision-makers from the automotive and transportation sectors:
- Sales engineers,
- Development engineers,
- System designers,
- Project managers,
- Supply chain and procurement managers,
- all stakeholders involved in automotive electronics and software development.
Participating in the forum as an exhibitor?
Would you like to contribute as an exhibitor by giving a presentation? If so, please complete our expression of interest form and send us all the relevant information about your presentation.
Contact:
Ana-Marija Brekalo
Exhibition Manager
ana-marija.brekalo@messe-muenchen.de
Cross Industry Sessions
IAA MOBILITY Cross Industry Session
As a premium cooperation partner of electronica 2026, IAA MOBILITY—the world’s leading platform for mobility, sustainability, and technology—will bring together experts from the automotive, semiconductor, and technology industries.
The focus is on the role of chiplets as a key technology for future mobility. IAA MOBILITY is curating its own program block, which will feature a deep-dive session and a panel discussion. Followed by a networking reception.
IFAT Munich Cross Industry Session
The field of electronics connects mobility, environmental technology, infrastructure, and digitalization. At the intersection of electric mobility and the circular economy, the Cross Industry Session at IFAT Munich will explore the future of lithium-ion battery recycling. Learn how to balance efficiency, safety, and sustainability in industrial recycling facilities.
Event details
Where?
Smart Mobility Stage, Hall B4, Stand 445
When?
Complete Forum
November 10–12, 2026
IAA MOBILITY Cross Industry Session
November 10–12, 2026, 14:30 – 15:45
IFAT Munich Cross Industry Session
November 10–12, 2026, 13:00 – 13:45
Cooperation Partner
Tickets and registration
Purchase your electronica ticket quickly and easily online. You will benefit from reduced advance sale prices and will avoid waiting time at the entrance to the fair.