AUTOMOTIVE INTERIOR & INTUITIVE VEHICLES

Human factors - hmi - ux summit

Sep 30-Oct 1, 2025 Stuttgart, Germany

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Welcome

The car interior is increasingly transforming into a personal living space, where comfort and convenience create a home like atmosphere for an enjoyable journey. Achieving this seamless experience requires a modern HMI, where the user interface and interior design work in harmony. Advanced technologies such as voice recognition, head-up displays, intuitive distraction-free controls, intelligent ambient lighting, and AI-driven systems are redefining mobility making every trip more exciting, relaxing and effortless.

This year, we are thrilled to bring together thought leaders, experts, and visionaries from around the world for the Automotive Interior & Intuitive Vehicles, Human Factors, HMI, and UX Summit. Join us in Stuttgart, Germany, from September 30 to October 1, 2025, as we explore advancements shaping the future of automotive interiors and user experiences.

We invite you to join thought-provoking discussions, exchange ideas, and collaborate with like-minded professionals who share a passion for shaping the future of the automotive industry. With a diverse lineup of expert speakers and groundbreaking topics, this summit is set to ignite the next wave of innovation and inspire creative solutions for the vehicles of tomorrow.

ADVISORY BOARD

XAVIER CHALANDON

HMI Expert Leader

Renault Group

RICHARD CHUNG

Chief Innovation Officer & Executive Chief, Mobility Space Planning Center

Toyota Boshoku

MATTHIAS POHL

Senior Project Manager, Advanced Engineering Interior, Integration UI/UX

Mercedes Benz

SAMUEL WIJK

HMI & UX Chief Designer

Lynk & Co Design

ANDREAS WLASAK

Vice President Design, Consumer Intelligence and User Experience

Forvia

KEY OBJECTIVES

Learn from the best

... discover the most exciting projects in UX/HMI and interior design from leading OEMs and suppliers. Engage in discussions, benchmark your work, and gain new insights to elevate your daily operations.

Shape the Future

... dive into the future of vehicles with in-depth sessions on software integration, artificial intelligence, and autonomous driving. Stay ahead of the curve by understanding how these advancements will transform the automotive industry.

EXPAND YOUR NETWORK

... we believe in the power of connections. Take advantage of ample opportunities to engage in one-on-one conversations and build lasting relationships with industry peers. Let‘s connect and stay connected.

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Sponsors of Last Year

THIS YEAR PARTNERS & SPONSORS

SEKISUI EUROPE B.V.

SEKISUI in Europe is part of the Japanese holding company SEKISUI CHEMICAL Group. The European headquarters in Roermond, SEKISUI EUROPE B.V., acts as a connecting link between Japan and Europe and takes over the patronage of 8 European SEKISUI companies with 1000 experts.

Aisin Europe

Aisin Europe is part of the global AISIN Group, one of the world’s top‑10 Tier‑1 auto suppliers.

Proto Pie

ProtoPie is a cutting-edge prototyping tool, ideal for the automotive industry, enabling the creation of highly interactive and realistic prototypes for vehicle interfaces.

Early confirmed speakers

SEBASTIAN PASZKOWICZ

Business Development & Strategic Cooperation

Lotus Tech Innovation Centre GmbH

DR. RAMI ZARIFE

Lead Engineer HMI/UX

Lotus Tech Innovation Centre GmbH

SAMUEL WIJK

HMI Chief Designer

Lynk & Co Design

DR. MILDA PARK

Supervisor Digital Product Design/HMI

Ford-Werke GmbH

CAROLINE OLSIENKIEWICZ

UX/UI Engineer

Mercedes-Benz Group AG

REGIS LANTIN

Fellow – Powertrain/Chassis/ xEv HMI

Stellantis

SEBASTIAN WASCHULEWSKI

Creative Director

Why do birds

LARS BRÜNN

Senior Manager Infotainment Projects

Bosch Engineering GmbH

FABIAN CHOWANETZ

Director, Automotive Consulting

J.D. POWER Europe GmbH

DR. ULRICH HUTSCHEK

Principal | Technology Strategy & AI-Enabled Innovation

TIM Consulting GmbH

DR. ECKHARD FINGER

Platform Cluster Director HUD & Display

Valeo

MICHAEL DEBONNET

HMI Physical Ergonomics Fellow

Stellantis

MATTIAS GEYRHOFER

Manager Studio Engineering, Kia Design Center Europe

KIA Europe GmbH

AUDREY BRUNEAU

Senior Human Factors Engineer

Toyota Motor Europe (TME)

ANDREA HEES

Director and Head of Business Development & Synergies

Yanfeng International Automotive Technology

ILSE HARMS

Strategic Advisor Traffic Psychology CBR & Alternate Director Dutch MoT and Chair of the Driver Engagement Working Group Euro NCAP

CBR | Euro NCAP

DOMINIK FUCHS

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

University of Applied Sciences Ingolstadt

JEAN-JACQUES LOEILLET

Responsible for the User Experience Center of Excellence

AISIN

PETER KIELA

Lead Design Engineer & Product Manager – Commercial Vehicles

BYD Europe B.V.

GOVARDHAN GAURANGA

Automotive Interior Designer

Pforzheim University

CLAUDIA CAMPANELLA

Director of Ergonomics & HMI - UX & Design - R&D

CNH

DUNCAN ROBERTSON

User Control HMI Technical Specialist

Jaguar Land Rover

THOMAS LENNARTZ

Head of Vehicle Concepts & HMI

ika I RWTH Aachen University

MATTHIS HÖTTER

Group Lead Vehicle Concepts & Mobility Systems

ika I RWTH Aachen University

EMMIE DRUMMOND

Designer and Computer Scientist

University of St Andrews

MARKUS UHLIG

Advanced Customer Account Manager

Forvia

MEDIA PARTNERs

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KEY TOPICS TO BE DISCUSSED

WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE ON-SITE

WHO IS WHO

Get in touch with other experts before the conference starts. Take a look at the business cards and photos while enjoying your first conversational and networking experience.

KEYNOTE SPEECH

Gain profound insights and learn from top industry experts, encompassing OEMs, Tier 1, Software-IT, Electronics, Seat Manufacturers, and Materials Suppliers.

SPEEDNETWORKING

Break the ice and get to know your industry peers in these fast-paced one-to-one meetings. Greet each participant in this series of brief exchanges and share your professional background.

PANEL DISCUSSION

Benefit from deeper insights by attending panel discussions. Share your ideas and thoughts with peers and receive feedback from dedicated industry experts in this interactive session.

WORKING GROUPS

Join us for an enchanting Evening Networking Reception to reflect on the highlights of the first summit day and broaden your connections in a relaxed atmosphere.

EVENING NETWORKING RECEPTION

Break the ice and get to know your industry peers in these fast- paced one-to-one meetings. Greet each participant in this series of brief exchanges and share your professional background.

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