AUTOMOBIL-ELEKTRONIK Kongress (AEK)
Why AEK Is the Strategic Platform for Automotive Electronics
Meet the AEK Audience
79%
From Automotive, Supplier, Tech, Software & Semiconductor Companies
34%
Management / Corporate Leadership
36%
Top & Senior Management / Decision-Makers
26%
Automotive Suppliers
20%
Tech / Software / Semiconductor
8%
OEMs
Why the Global Automotive Industry Trusts AEK
Tapan Vikas
Account Director Automotive at Siemens
The Automobil-Elektronik Kongress is a great event and a hidden jewel in the industry.
Dr. Riclef Schmidt-Clausen
SVP Domain Intelligent Cockpit & Body at CARIAD SE
The possibility of exchange, the possibility to understand each other's positions, a lot of very high-profile speeches and presentations are the key takeaways from the Automobil-Elektronik Kongress for me.
Alejandro Vukotich
VP Product Management at Qualcomm CDMA Technologies
The AEK is where the industry comes together. For over 15 years, it has accompanied me through my career and remains the place where decision-makers exchange ideas, create new momentum and search for joint solutions.
Ricky Hudi
AEK Chairman & CEO at Future Mobility Technologies GmbH
The Automobil-Elektronik Kongress has evolved to the leading global event for executives and experts. It covers the most important challenges of the automotive industry on its way to the software-defined car and is THE "must-be event" for networking at the highest level.
Conference Tickets & Pricing
Early Bird Ticket
1.895 €
available until Monday, March 8, 2027
- A two-day conference pass with access to all keynotes and panel discussions
- Refreshments during breaks
- Lunch on both conference days
- Evening event on the first day of the conference
- Networking with leading international executives and experts
- Opportunity to visit the accompanying trade exhibition
- Access to on-demand conference documentations
Regular Ticket
2.495 €
available until Wednesday, May 19, 2027
- A two-day conference pass with access to all keynotes and panel discussions
- Refreshments during breaks
- Lunch on both conference days
- Evening event on the first day of the conference
- Networking with leading international executives and experts
- Opportunity to visit the accompanying trade exhibition
- Access to on-demand conference documentations
Last Call Ticket
2.695 €
available from Thursday, May 20, 2027
- A two-day conference pass with access to all keynotes and panel discussions
- Refreshments during breaks
- Lunch on both conference days
- Evening event on the first day of the conference
- Networking with leading international executives and experts
- Opportunity to visit the accompanying trade exhibition
- Access to on-demand conference documentations
OEM Ticket
1.095 €
available until Tuesday, June 22, 2027
- A two-day conference pass with access to all keynotes and panel discussions
- Refreshments during breaks
- Lunch on both conference days
- Evening event on the first day of the conference
- Networking with leading international executives and experts
- Opportunity to visit the accompanying trade exhibition
- Access to on-demand conference documentations
Event FAQs
The Automobil-Elektronik Kongress (AEK) is designed for senior decision-makers, engineers, and strategy leaders from across the automotive ecosystem. This includes executives and experts from OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, semiconductor companies, software providers, and engineering service firms.
AEK is particularly relevant for professionals working in E/E architectures, software-defined vehicles (SDV), automotive software, AI, and semiconductor strategy.
AEK focuses on the key challenges and opportunities shaping the future of automotive electronics. Core topics include E/E architectures, software-defined vehicles, AI in automotive systems, semiconductor strategies, and next-generation vehicle platforms.
The conference brings together strategic and technical perspectives, covering both high-level industry direction and real-world implementation.
AEK stands out as a strategic platform rather than a traditional trade show. It combines over 30 years of legacy with a strong focus on executive-level dialogue and high-quality content.
What makes AEK unique is the close interaction between OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, and semiconductor companies, creating a space where real industry alignment happens. The conference offers both strategic depth and technical insight, making it a must-attend event for those shaping the future of automotive electronics.
The Automobil-Elektronik Kongress takes place in Ludwigsburg, Germany, in the Stuttgart metropolitan region — one of Europe’s leading automotive hubs.
The conference is hosted at the Forum am Schlosspark, with excellent accessibility via Stuttgart Airport and direct rail connections, making it easy to reach from across Europe and internationally.
Venue details:
Forum am Schlosspark
Stuttgarter Str. 33
71638 Ludwigsburg
Germany
You can take advantage of the Deutsche Bahn (DB) Event Offer and travel conveniently and comfortably using 100% renewable electricity.
You will receive the booking link for your exclusive DB event ticket together with your participation confirmation. This provides a convenient and sustainable option for your journey to the event.
We have secured a special room block at selected hotels to ensure your stay is both comfortable and convenient.
These carefully selected accommodations are designed to enhance your overall event experience. You can explore the available options on our accommodation page.
After receiving your registration, we will send you a registration confirmation along with an invoice. Please ensure that the invoice is settled prior to the start of the event.
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