Course number: 01KO915
- Hear international expert presentations on the latest technological developments in autonomous trucks.
- Find out about new business models and use cases for logistics.
- Learn how to master the next steps on the road to autonomous driving.
The 9th international VDI conference "Autonomous Truck" will take place on April 29-30, 2026, in Munich, Germany.
Autonomous driving in the commercial vehicle sector is no longer a distant vision – pilot projects, near-series developments, and first commercial applications clearly show: the transformation is underway.
At the 9th International VDI Conference "Autonomous Trucks", leading experts will discuss the latest technological, regulatory, and operational developments in the field of autonomous trucking.
The focus will be on recent advances in autonomous driving, software-defined vehicle architectures, sensor technology, data management, and scalable operational solutions. We will also explore the impact on business models, value chains, and logistics processes – from long-haul transport to last-mile delivery.
The conference will once again take place in parallel with the Connected Off-Highway Machines and Smart Farming conferences in 2026.
If you have any questions about the conference program or would like to attend the conference as a speaker, please contact Annick Braun.
Advantages
- Hear international expert presentations on the latest technological developments in autonomous trucks.
- Find out about new business models and use cases for logistics.
- Learn how to master the next steps on the road to autonomous driving.
- Meet leading international experts and numerous truck manufacturers and suppliers.
Program
The program will be available to you by the end of the year. In the meantime, you can find the 2025 program here:
Target Group
The 8th international VDI conference "Autonomous Trucks" is aimed at specialists, managers and decision-makers from the following areas:
- Truck manufacturers
- Suppliers (braking systems, sensors, environment recognition, software, etc.)
- IT companies in the automotive sector
- Logistics companies
- Start-ups with a focus on autonomous trucks
- Research institutions with a focus on autonomous trucks and vehicles
Supporting Experts
- Gerhard Nowak, Managing Partner, ifp consulting
- Stephan Keese, Managing Partner Roland Berger North America, Roland Berger LP
- Sunny Choi, VP Global Business Development, Plus AI
Our Supporting Experts support the conference with their experience and expertise, ensuring an up-to-date and comprehensive agenda.
The English-language 9th VDI Conference "Autonomous Trucks" offers you a unique platform for exchanging experiences with international experts. At the conference, top-class speakers from OEMs, suppliers, research institutes and users will present the latest ideas for autonomous trucks in expert lectures. This will give you a comprehensive overview of global developments and the resulting opportunities in the field of autonomous driving trucks.
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Would you like to receive comprehensive information about the many opportunities and challenges in the field of autonomous trucks? Would you like to exchange ideas with renowned experts on new business models and innovative applications? Then secure your place now at the 9th International VDI Conference "Autonomous Trucks".
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