Next Generation

steering systems summit usA 2026

September 15-16, 2026 | Dearborn, MI, USA

HOSTING PARTNER

Welcome

We are excited to announce the Next Generation Steering Systems Summit USA, taking place from September 15-16, 2026, at the Automotive Hall of Fame in Dearborn, MI, USA. This event will bring together the brightest minds in the steering systems industry to discuss the latest innovations, challenges, and future trends in automotive and mobility technologies.

As the automotive industry continues to evolve, the need for cutting-edge steering systems that enhance safety, performance, and sustainability has never been greater. This summit will provide a unique platform to explore passenger to commercial steering vehicles technologies and shaping vehicles of tomorrow.

Engage in deep discussions with experts, share best practices, and discover the latest developments that are driving the evolution of steering systems. This is an unmissable opportunity to connect with industry leaders, gain valuable insights, and collaborate on the solutions that will define the future of mobility.

We look forward to welcoming you for two inspiring days filled with cutting-edge insights, networking opportunities, and collaborative discussions.

Team RedCabin

ADVISORY BOARD

ADE BADIRU

Steering Technical Expert

General Motors

JAMES BURGHARDT

VP Engineering, Chief Engineer

Robert Bosch Automotive Steering LLC

JÖRG EIGENMANN

Global Head of Engineering Business Unit Steering

Knorr-Bremse Systeme für Nutzfahrzeuge GmbH

JOSHUA DAWSON

Sr. Expert Engineer Adv. Steering Systems Trucks Technology & Industrial Division

Volvo Group North America

EARLY APPROVED SPEAKERS

BILL BOUSE

Steering Technical Specialist

Traton R&D

SEAN LISHAWA

Engineer Senior Steering Systems

Traton

ADE BADIRU

Technical Expert Steering

General Motors

MAHDOKHT EZATI, PhD

Steering Product Manager

General Motors Canada

Hessam Kalbasi

Steering Software System Architect

General Motors Canada

Hojjat Izadi

Steering Engineering Group Manager

General Motors Canada

NIKHIL BAPAT

Director, Global Product Line Software - Steering

Bendix / Knorr-Bremse

STEPHAN KREUTZ

Global Head of Steering Systems Volkswagen Passenger Cars, Lead Engineer for Steering Systems

Volkswagen Group

DR.-ING. MAXIMILIAN BAARS

Functional Safety Manager Steer-by-Wire

Volkswagen AG

JEFF HELNER

Head of Steering and Brakes Engineering

MOBIS Technical Center North America

DANIEL MORELAND

Senior Project Engineer – Vehicle Performance

Paccar Technical Center

NICK TREWHALLA

Director of Global System Engineering

Nexteer

SIMONE GEMKOW Ph.D.

Director, Vehicle Safety Engineering

Rivian

ARUN SHANMUGASUNDARAM

Senior Engineer, Vehicle Dynamics Simulation at Volvo Group | ADAS Development | Multi-Body Dynamics | Steering & Suspension Systems

Volvo Group

TIM DIEZ

Steering and Braking Electrical/Electronic Technical Leader

Ford Motor Company

JULIE VERDUN

Brake Controls Hardware Technical Expert

Ford Motor Company

NISHATHA NAGARAJAN

Manager - Semiconductor Modeling and Evaluation, Semiconductor Engineering

Jaguar Land Rover

KEY OBJECTIVES

Gain

... knowledge on trends, opportunities, and challenges in steering systems.

enlarge

... your network by exchanging business cards during our networking activities.

Promote

... your business to key stakeholders.

Meet

... meet with decision makers from manufacturers, designers, suppliers, government officials and explore how you can be part of their future projects.

SUMMIT PARTNER

TRATON SE

With its brands Scania, MAN, International, and Volkswagen Truck & Bus, TRATON SE is the parent and holding company of the TRATON GROUP and one of the world’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturers. The Group’s product portfolio comprises trucks, buses, and light-duty commercial vehicles. “Transforming Transportation Together. For a sustainable world.”: this intention underlines the Company’s ambition to have a lasting and sustainable impact on the commercial vehicle business and on the Group’s commercial growth.

sponsors

Arnold nextg

Arnold NextG develops safety-critical vehicle control systems for autonomous, teleoperated and driverless mobility. The company provides the technological control layer between digital autonomy decisions and real vehicle motion. With Control-by-Wire® and Safety-by-Wire®, Arnold NextG enables electronic control of steering, braking, acceleration and further vehicle functions — redundant, integrable and approval-ready. The technology is built on decades of experience, real-world operation and billions of driven kilometers. Arnold NextG supports OEMs, autonomy providers, integrators and operators in bringing autonomous systems safely into real driverless operation. Its mission: controlled motion without a safety driver — reliable, precise and ready for scalable applications worldwide.

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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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