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ELIV - International VDI Congress
The World’s Largest Congress for Automotive Electronics, Software and Applications
Welcome to the International VDI Congress "ELIV" - the world's largest congress for automotive electronics, software, and applications. Every year in Baden-Baden, decision-makers, experts, and industry leaders from all over the world come together to exchange knowledge, discuss emerging trends, and showcase groundbreaking innovations in automotive technology.
With a lineup of world-class speakers, interactive panels and a trade exhibition, ELIV is the perfect opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals, expand your knowledge, and stay ahead of the curve. Whether you're a seasoned expert or just starting out in your career, ELIV has something for everyone.
So why wait? Join us at ELIV and discover the future of digital innovation in automotive electronics, software and application today!
ELIV is a must-attend event for anyone involved in the automotive electronics and software industry. OEMs, suppliers, and software companies gather to share information, present new products, and set the agenda for the industry's future. Over the course of two days, OEMs, suppliers, and university experts deliver practical and insightful lectures, addressing everything from the latest trends to classic electronics topics. Attendees also have the opportunity to explore the trade exhibition, discovering innovative products and services from various suppliers and service providers.
The ELIV congress in figures
experts from the international automotive industry
national and international exhibitors on site
lectures on challenges and solutions in automotive electronics
Lightning-Talks
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dSPACE GmbH
dSPACE is a leading provider of simulation and validation solutions worldwide for developing connected, autonomous, and electrically powered vehicles. Our range of end-to-end solutions is used particularly by automotive manufacturers and their suppliers to test the software and hardware components in their new vehicles, long before a new model is allowed on the road. Our portfolio ranges from end-to-end solutions for simulation and validation to engineering and consulting services as well as support.
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Parallel conference 2026
A special bonus for participants in the congress and conference: free access to all specialist presentations offered on site.
Participants will gain new ideas and inspiration not only from the presentations at ELIV, but also from the parallel series of presentations. Information about the parallel conference is already available:
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