Digitization, growing robotics, and modern business models have revolutionized most sectors, especially the automotive industry. Linked cars with automatic piloting have forced the digitalisation of the automotive industry, showing the undeniable value of data in automotive market.

Growing interest in 3D printing in the automotive industry, starting from the possibility of fast prototyping, this technology is proving vital role in the industry.

What is the future of technology in the Automotive industry? Automotive companies are embracing connected and smart technologies to offer safer and future-ready vehicles by investing in Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). The battleground to win the customers is one of the driving forces for automotive manufacturers and OEMs to adopt the technology and lead the marketplace. However, the safety concerns and regulations around autonomous vehicles, communications systems, etc are limiting the acceptance of the technology.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is changing the ecosystem in the automotive industry along with other applications in everyday life in 21st Century. The battleground to win the customers is one of driving force for automotive manufacturers and OEMs to adopt the new technology and lead the marketplace. After the success of inaugural congress held in Silicon Valley in May 2018, this year, we are aiming to provide a platform to experts from automotive industry, academia, and government institutions discussing the innovations, challenges, and future aspects of innovative technologies in automotive.