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Renault, Proton, Volvo, VW, Zeekr and Wayve confirmed to speak at ADAS & Autonomous Vehicle Technology Expo Europe 2025
More speakers have been announced for this year’s edition of ADAS & Autonomous Vehicle Technology Expo Europe Conference, taking place at the Messe Stuttgart, Germany, on May 20, 21 and 22, 2025.
Consisting of a mix of OEMs, regulators and tech innovators, contributors so far include Renault, Volvo, Proton (part of Geely), Volvo, VW, Zeekr, Rhein-Main-Verkehrsverbund Servicegesellschaft and Wayve, among others.
Across three days, the conference will facilitate intensive discussions on the future of mobility.
AB Dynamics automates ADAS testing for heavy vehicles
Automotive test solution supplier AB Dynamics has introduced automated capabilities that enable OEMs and test houses to significantly reduce the time and complexity of testing the latest ADAS protocols from Euro NCAP and NHTSA.
The latest update to AB Dynamics’ Track Applications Suite expands its ‘Special Groups’ library to include full automation for Euro NCAP’s new heavy vehicle ADAS test scenarios and NHTSA’s FMVSS 127 standard. The pre-defined test scenario library automates the creation, set-up, variation, execution and verification of industry-standard active safety protocols when combined with AB Dynamics’ driving robots, ADAS targets and other test equipment.
Tata Elxsi and Minespider launch Mobius+ for battery lifecycle traceability
Tata Elxsi has joined forces with Minespider to launch Mobius+, an advanced battery lifecycle management platform designed to address the need for sustainability, compliance and performance optimization in the battery industry.
This advanced platform integrates data analytics, real-time monitoring and compliance features to deliver insights for OEMs and the entire battery ecosystem, including material suppliers, cell and module manufacturers and recyclers. These features enable better performance tracking, maintenance, and sustainability management, making Mobius+ an essential solution in the mobility ecosystem.
Mahindra and Vector Informatik develop new SDV architecture
Mahindra has partnered with Vector Informatik to create a future-ready SDV architecture for its Electric Origin SUVs. The companies successfully delivered the project within a one-year timeframe, aptly named “MAIA – Mahindra Artificial Intelligence Architecture.”
Mahindra and Vector worked closely with other partners to align objectives and ensure all requirements were met. Initially, collaborative workshops were held in Stuttgart and India, which provided a platform to share Vector’s approach, address Mahindra’s and its suppliers’ requirements, and define a unified development path.
Messring expands sales network in Australia and New Zealand
Crash test and sled test solutions provider Messring has announced a partnership with eImaging to expand sales network to Australia and New Zealand with immediate effect. This expands Messring’s presence in the region and strengthens local support for existing and future customers.
Messring is bringing its testing solutions for active and passive safety systems even closer and more effectively to its customers. Managing director Corey Martin and his team will act as the first point of contact for projects in Australia and New Zealand.
Belfast Harbour tests Harlander autonomous shuttle at Horiba Mira
Belfast Harbour has visited its automotive engineering partner Horiba Mira to test the Harlander – Northern Ireland’s first autonomous passenger vehicle – ahead of its delivery to Belfast in March 2025.
Harlander is Northern Ireland’s first self-driving vehicle and will operate in Belfast Harbour Estate from Titanic Halt Railway station to Catalyst through Titanic Quarter. It seats nine passengers and will have a safety operator on board. It aims to offer last-mile connectivity between public transportation networks and businesses, tourist attractions, and education and leisure facilities.
Randle Engineering offers vehicle dynamics course to public for first time
A training course open to the general public has been launched by UK automotive consultancy Randle Engineering – Vehicle and Suspension Systems Engineering: A Course for Engineers, by Engineers. Typically presented privately to OEM suspension and vehicle dynamics teams, this comprehensive technical course is tailored for professionals looking to deepen their knowledge of the complex engineering principles underpinning vehicle dynamics.
The course features five detailed lectures, complemented by hands-on exercises to solidify key concepts.
Automotive Testing Expo Europe 2025: Innovation Showcase | Call for speakers now open
The organizers of Automotive Testing Expo Europe 2025, which takes place on May 20, 21 & 22 at the Messe Stuttgart, Germany, are calling for key speakers from all leading OEMs, Tier 1 and Tier 2 manufacturers, suppliers and research institutions at the forefront of the automotive testing, evaluation and quality engineering industry to propose suitable presentations for potential inclusion in the Innovation Showcase, which will run for three days alongside the exhibition.
Presentations should offer an insight into new product design and service innovations or technological developments, or be based on an application story working within one or more of the session categories proposed below:
- Innovations in automotive testing.