Automotive conference ready to roll

This year's electronica automotive conference takes place in Munich from 8 to 9 November.

The event will present the technologies, solution approaches and strategies which the industry will be using to tackle future challenges. The first day of the conference is aimed at managers from automobile manufacturers, component suppliers and electronics companies. Among the speakers will be Peter Bauer, Infineon's ceo, who will discuss 'semiconductors as innovation engine for energy efficient and safe mobility'. Other topics during the first day include lithium ion batteries and system architectures for cognitive safety functions. The second day will feature two parallel sessions aimed at technical managers. The first session will deal with electromobility, while the second session will examine communication, driver assistance and lighting.