Drive Forward 2025
The European Conference on Innovations in Automotive Mobility
April 8 – 9 2025
Automotive Campus Helmond | Brainport Eindhoven, The Netherlands
ProgrammeVISITORS*
1000+
Drive Forward, formerly known as Automotive Week, is an (inter)national multi-day conference focused on innovations in automotive mobility that push the mobility transition forward.
With a combination of presentations, interactive panels and deep dives, as well as live demonstrations on the premises and in surrounding test areas, you can experience automotive innovation from the passenger's seat.
This biennial event is set to take place from April 8th to 9th, 2025, at Automotive Campus Helmond. Drive Forward 2025 is a top-tier European event that brings together visionaries, industry leaders, and cutting-edge technologies from all of Europe.
EXHIBITORS*
30+
Focus areas of Drive Forward
Several key themes based on current and future trends in this fast-paced industry are outlined, specifically covering topics such as Digitalization and AutonomousDriving, Electrification, Hydrogen, ChargingInfrastructure, Logistics, ICT, and Applications.
Focused on new developments and innovation, all in the context of how they intersect with Automotive Mobility.
LIVE DEMONSTRATIONS*
14
The core themes of the conference are DECARBONIZATION and DIGITALIZATION all concerning the future of automotive mobility. This includes for example connected vehicles, autonomous driving, electrification, shared mobility, and digital services.
What to expect?
The conference is build on the following principles:
Contribution to the Mobility Transition and Livability of Cities
Promoting advancements that enhance urban living and mobility.
Smart, Safe, Sustainable Mobility
Emphasizing intelligent, secure, and environmentally friendly transportation solutions.
Demo-Driven Programming and Applied Technology: See, feel, experience
Experience innovation through practical demonstrations.
Knowledge Development and Interaction
Expand your knowledge and interact with other professionals.
Systems Approach in Mobility
Applying systems engineering principles to enhance mobility solutions.
(Inter)national Profiling
Engaging an international audience and showcasing global perspectives.
Next Generation Focus - Talent
Highlighting and nurturing the next generation of mobility experts.
Networking Platform
Providing a robust platform for professionals to connect and collaborate.
Integrated Approach and Practical Character
Focusing on holistic, practical solutions to mobility challenges.
*based on the numbers of the last edition (Automotive Week 2023).