It is happening in Köln, an automotive city at the center of Europe, which benefits from Ford’s new carbon neutral Cologne EV Center that workshop participants will have the privilege of visiting.

The Workshop will focus on Car Interior User Experience technology innovation and features, always considering the sustainability objectives.

The main goal of User eXperience (UX) is creating and improving people’s driving and mobility experiences. It means technology and design are user-centric, it covers Design, HMI (Human Machine Interaction), Perceived Quality, comfort, infotainment, audio, health and wellness, and everything that contributes to the best driving experience.

As many global megatrends are shaping the future of automotive interior (display, smart surfaces, voice activation, connectivity, automation, EVs, regulations, etc.), progress in technology is transforming the cabin into a smart, interactive space

The workshop includes the following sessions:

Technology integration: This includes HMI, smart surfaces, Driver Monitoring, distracted driving, Buttons v/s Touchscreens, sensing, voice controls, AR displays, etc.

Comfort & Convenience: it includes seating, ergonomics, comfort features, Interior Lighting, acoustics, smart textiles, Motion Sickness etc.

Materials and Sustainability: New materials, Natural materials, Recycling and recycled materials (Waste is feedstock), Circular economy, CO2 neutrality.

Design: Innovation, Functions, Integration & architecture, Aesthetics, which creates functional and attractive interior design.

The workshop will also include a CTO roundtable and a Design roundtable to confront different perspectives on these topics.

DVN Interior Workshop is sized to over 200 attendees, typically representing more than 100 different OEMs, Tier #1s and technology/material suppliers.

Lectures and Participation is expected from:

Ford, Stellantis, Renault, Volvo, BMW, Hyundai/Kia, Audi, etc.
Forvia, Yanfeng, Antolin, Marelli, Valeo, Toyota Boshoku, Magna, Mobis, etc..
Dow, Covestro, Sabic, Lyondell/Basell, etc..
and Technology suppliers involved in Displays, Interior Trims, Seating, Electronics, Audio, Lighting, etc.