The intelligent cockpit is no longer just a product feature - in Europe, it is becoming a regulatory and competitive battleground. Euro NCAP's 2026 Driver Engagement protocols are reshaping how OEMs define driver monitoring and HMI. The EU AI Act is introducing new governance requirements for in-vehicle AI systems. And with Mercedes-Benz's DRIVE PILOT already operating at Level 3 on German highways, the boundary between cockpit design and smart driving has permanently shifted.

This summit brings together decision-makers from across the automotive value chain - OEMs, Tier 1/2 suppliers, semiconductor companies, software platforms and AI specialists - to tackle the questions that matter most: How do you build AI cockpits that survive cost, safety and compliance filters? What does trustworthy L2+/L3 HMI actually look like in production? And where does Europe go from here?

 

Event Date/ Location / Organizer

November 17-18 / Stuttgart, Germany / ECV International

The summit will be held in-person and online.

 

Hot Topics

Evolutionizing the In-Cabin Experience: Updates on Cockpit and Connected Car Technology

EE Architecture of the Smart Cockpit: From Distributed to Centralized Computing in the SDV Era

Intelligent Cockpit HMI Design Strategy from the Perspective of Embodied Interaction

In-Cabin Intelligence: The Role of Cockpit Domain Controllers in Modern Vehicles

Augmented Reality HUD and Future Display Technologies

UX and the AI-enhanced Digital Cockpit

Redefine Next-Generation AI-based Intelligent Cockpit Experience

Cloud Connectivity & OTA Upgrades: Powering the Intelligent Cockpit

Virtualizing the Digital Cockpit to Transform In-Vehicle Software Engineering

The Cognitive Voice Engine: An AI Cockpit that Dynamically Adapts for Seamless Human-Machine Collaboration

Application of Large Language Models in In-vehicle Voice Assistants

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Industries/Sectors

OEMs & New Energy Vehicle Makers; Tier-1 / Tier-2 Suppliers; SDVs; Semiconductors & Chipsets Autonomous; Driving & ADAS Software; Smart Cockpit, HMI & UX; Cloud Computing & Data Platforms; OTA Services/Mobility Services; Cybersecurity & Functional Safety; Software Platforms; In-Vehicle Networks & Communication; Automotive Testing /Simulation; Sensor Technologies; Design; Materials; Glass; Regulatory, Compliance & Certification

 

3rd European Automotive Intelligent Cockpit and Smart Driving Summit 2026 is looking forward to your arrival.

To learn about summit registration, sponsorship and partnership information, please contact:

https://www.ecv-events.com/EAICSD2026?cci=37

Email: britney@ecvinternational.com

 

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