2nd European Tire Innovation Summit 2026

The 2nd European Tire Innovation Summit 2026 will bring together global experts from the automotive and tire industries to discuss the latest technologies shaping the future of mobility. The event will focus on tire innovation for electric vehicles, software-defined vehicles, and sustainable materials.

Summit Background

Amid the rapid transformation of the automotive industry toward electrification, connectivity, and intelligent mobility, the tire-as the sole interface between vehicle and road-has become a key element in improving vehicle performance, safety, and environmental sustainability.

The summit will gather global leaders from automotive OEMs, tire engineering, material science, and strategic decision-making to explore the latest advancements and sustainable pathways in tire innovation.

Participants will discuss topics including tire technologies for software-defined vehicles (SDVs), specialized designs for electric and hybrid platforms, next-generation intelligent connected tires, sustainable and circular material applications, advanced tire simulation and digital modelling, as well as tire reinforcement and recycling.

Event Details

• Date: November 2-3, 2026
• Location: Stuttgart, Germany
• Organizer: ECV International

The summit will be held in a hybrid format, allowing participants to attend both in person and online.

Hot Topics

Key discussion topics include:

• Tires for Software-Defined Vehicles – future technical trends for SDVs
• Tire strategy for OE business – from an OEM perspective
• Technical evolution of TPMS: from simple detection to intelligent monitoring
• Recycled and bio-based materials for sustainable tires
• Smart connected tires – future mobility solutions
• Virtual modelling technologies for smart tire development
• Optimizing tire NVH performance in electric vehicles
• Steel reinforcement for improved tire durability

Industries and Sectors

The event is designed for professionals from sectors including:

OEMs, automotive component suppliers, acoustics and vibration engineering, fleet management and operations, research and development (R&D), regulatory and compliance, sustainability and environmental impact, materials science and engineering, digital twin and simulation technology, supply chain and logistics, autonomous and ADAS vehicle development, recycling and circular economy, and smart connected vehicle technologies.

Registration

More information about registration, sponsorship and partnership opportunities is available at: ECV-EVENTS

About the Organizer

ECV International organizes international industry conferences and networking events worldwide, bringing together business leaders, technical experts and decision makers to discuss emerging technologies and market trends.