What better way to keep up with the latest trends in the auto industry than to hear from the trend-setting experts at top auto conferences? These conferences, whether virtual or in-person, will cover everything from EVs, smart cities, charging stations, supply chain issues, and much more.
In this edition of our credTen series, we’re highlighting 10 automotive events to help you keep up with the latest trends transforming the industry.
SAE WCX World Congress Experience
April 5-7, 2022 | Detroit, MI
This year, SAE is focusing on the theme “Technology, Business, & Connection.” Attendees will have the chance to hear sessions on topics including Sustainable Low Impact Combustion Engine Symposium (SLICES), attend an Equitable Mobility Breakfast, and take part in a leadership summit.
Ticket price: $25-$2,095 (the event also offers student discounts.)
JD Power Automotive Forum
April 12, 2022 | New York, NY
Hosted by J.D Power, NADA, and New York International Auto Show this forum draws a wide range of attendees from dealers, OEMs, auto suppliers, media, and marketing advertising leaders. Industry experts—including Bob Carter, EVP of Sales at Toyota Motor North America; Glen Mercer, President of GM Automotive; and John Murphy, Managing Director of Bank of America—will discuss current trends and economic conditions that will affect the future of the automotive market.
Ticket price: $595-$695
APTA Mobility Conference
May 1-4, 2022 | Columbus, OH
Hosted by the American Public Transportation Association, this conference focuses on the challenges facing public transit systems. Attendees include bus and paratransit system employees, public transportation managers, planners, board members, suppliers, manufacturers, and consultants—they will gather to discuss topics that include “Applying Automation to Improve Mobility Options Customer Experience”, “Smart Data, Smart Mobility, and Smart Cities,” “Measuring Transit Value Beyond Ridership,” and more.
Ticket price: $200-$2,675 (students can receive a promo code.)
FT Future of the Car
May 9-12, 2022 | London & Virtual
A Financial Times event, FT Future of the Car Summit brings automotive industry leaders together to discuss the technology, consumer, and business model trends that forever change the way cars are manufactured and sold. Topics will include share economy, economic growth, fuel efficiency, consumer technology, and the future of mobility.
Ticker price: In-person £1,799; Digital £299 GBP
TC Sessions: Mobility
May 18-29, 2022 | San Mateo, CA
A TechCrunch two-day event, this will feature the best, brightest, and most intriguing founders, engineers, investors, regulators, and technologists—including Gary Gysin, CEO at Wisk Aero; Yanbing Li, Senior VP, Engineering at Aurora Innovation; Austin Russell, Founder & CEO at Luminar; and Sarah Tariq, Vice President, Autonomous Driving Software at NVIDIA—all dedicated to transforming the way people move and packages around the globe.
Ticket price: $195-$725 (students $75)
AutoTech: Detroit
June 8 – 9, 2022 | Novi, MI
AutoTech: Detroit celebrates the development and achievement within the auto industry at their two-day event—previous events have had speakers from Uber, General Motors, Volkswagen, Google, and Mercedes-Benz.
Ticket price: $595-$895
MOVE America
September 27-28, 2022 | Austin, TX
MOVE America is the meeting place for the world’s transportation tech and mobility giants. This year's event will feature 20 stages, interactive roundtable sessions, networking opportunities, 5,000 attendees, and 388 speakers—including Jody Kelman, Head of Lyft Autonomous at Lyft; Kent Helfrich, CTO at General Motors; and Don Burnette, Co-founder and CEO at Kodial Robotics.
Ticket price: $195-$995 (attendees can also can apply for a free public sector ticket)
Digital Dealer Conference
October 11-13, 2022 | Las Vegas, NV
Digital Dealer Conference is most known for its networking, the community that the event brings together, and the educational tracks—this year, attendees can dive into topics including Dealer Operations & Leadership, Sales Strategy & Variable Ops, and Marketing & Advertising.
Ticket price: $535-$1,990
Automotive & Mobility USA
October 18-19, 2022 | Detroit, MI
Put on by Reuters, this conference brings together CEOs and board members from OEMs to set the automotive industry agenda for years to come. Speakers will be covering electrification, connectivity, autonomous vehicles, sustainability, supply chain, and marketing and retail strategies that put customers first.
Ticket price: $2,199-$3,499
Automobility LA
November 15-17 | Los Angeles, CA
Automobility LA brings together car companies, dealers, media, startups, and tech to share insights and see new vehicles announced. Past announcements have come from Porsche, Audi, and Alexa Automotive at Amazon
Ticket price: Pending, check the event website for updates
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