Drive Forward 2025
The European Conference on Innovations in Automotive Mobility
April 8 – 9 2025 | Automotive Campus Helmond | Brainport Eindhoven, The Netherlands
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. The conference takes place every two years. The conference’s uniqueness lies in the combination of presentations, interactive panels and deep dives, as well as live demonstrations on the premises and in surrounding test areas.
This biennial event is set to take place from April 8th to 9th, 2025, at the 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. To clarify our ambitions, we have established a vision and mission for this conference.
Focus areas of Drive Forward
The program committee has outlined several key themes based on current and future trends in the fast-paced industry. These themes will be the focus of discussions during the conference, specifically covering topics such as Energy, Logistics, High-tech, Mobility, ICT, and Applications, all in the context of how they intersect with Automotive Mobility.
Topics concerning the future of automotive mobility, include for example connected vehicles, autonomous driving, electrification, shared mobility, and digital services.
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.
The following ten guiding principles will shape and focus the conference:
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.
Networking Platform
Providing a robust platform for professionals to connect and collaborate.
Demo-Driven Programming and Applied Technology
Experience innovation through practical demonstrations.
Knowledge Development and Interaction
Expand your knowledge and interact with other professionals.
Visible Innovation (TRL 3 - TRL 8)
Next Generation Focus - Talent
Highlighting and nurturing the next generation of mobility experts.
Systems Approach in Mobility
Applying systems engineering principles to enhance mobility solutions.
(Inter)national Profiling
Engaging an international audience and showcasing global perspectives.
Integrated Approach and Practical Character
Focusing on holistic, practical solutions to mobility challenges.