Conference Description
Key Takeaways
- International congress covering automotive electronics, software, and software-defined vehicle development
- Addresses vehicle security, AI integration, semiconductors, and evolving vehicle architectures
- Targets OEMs, suppliers, engineers, executives, researchers, and young professionals
- 2026 edition features a partnership with Nasscom focusing on the Indian automotive ecosystem
- Two-day format combining plenary sessions, technical presentations, and trade exhibition
About the Event
ELIV (Electronics In Vehicles) is an international congress dedicated to automotive electronics, software, and their applications. Held annually in Baden-Baden, Germany, the two-day event brings together vehicle manufacturers, suppliers, and academic researchers to discuss technological developments and industry challenges. The 2026 edition introduces a partnership with Nasscom to provide focused coverage of the Indian automotive ecosystem.
The congress format includes plenary sessions designed for open discussion, application-oriented technical presentations, and panel discussions. A trade exhibition runs alongside the conference program, featuring products and services from automotive technology providers.
Technical Focus Areas
ELIV covers the core technologies shaping modern vehicle development. Sessions address electronics technologies and semiconductors, vehicle architecture design, and the software requirements of software-defined vehicles. Security receives dedicated attention as connected and autonomous vehicle systems introduce new threat surfaces. The program also examines how artificial intelligence is being integrated into automotive applications.
The congress positions these topics within the broader context of digital transformation in the automotive sector, exploring how embedded systems, advanced electronics, and software platforms interact in contemporary vehicle design.
Who Should Attend
ELIV serves professionals across the automotive electronics value chain. The audience includes decision-makers and executives from OEMs and suppliers, engineers and developers working on vehicle systems, and university researchers engaged in automotive technology. A dedicated NextGen program caters to young professionals entering the field.
Exhibitors and Sponsors
The 2026 trade exhibition features participation from established automotive technology companies. Sponsors and exhibitors include dSPACE GmbH, KPIT Technologies, The MathWorks GmbH, Altium, Socionext Europe GmbH, and Bosch. Additional participants include einfochips (an Arrow company), L&T Technology Services, SASKEN, Tata Consultancy Services, Quest Global, VVDN Technologies, and Wipro.