Scott focused on building industry associations that connected companies, developed communities, and advanced emerging technologies. Lawrence built industry media platforms—including magazines, podcasts, conferences, webinars, and educational resources—that helped professionals discover innovations and learn from experienced experts. Together, they organized numerous conferences and trade shows that brought technology leaders together to exchange ideas and accelerate industry growth.

During the early 2020s, Scott and Lawrence recognized a major shift in the automotive industry. Vehicles were rapidly evolving into software-defined, cloud-connected platforms while digital media, artificial intelligence, cloud services, and connected vehicle technologies were converging to create entirely new products, services, and business models. They also recognized that this transformation would redefine industry leadership—creating new opportunities for organizations that adapted while challenging those that did not.

That vision inspired the creation of Connected Vehicles Expo—a new kind of industry event designed to help professionals discover innovations, learn practical implementation strategies, and build meaningful business relationships. The conference program is developed collaboratively through recommendations from industry experts, technology companies, advisory participants, and speaker submissions, ensuring that sessions address the industry’s most important and emerging topics.

Connected Vehicles Expo is a truly global event, welcoming organizations of all sizes—from startups to multinational enterprises—and encouraging participation from companies, researchers, consultants, and innovators around the world. By focusing on education, collaboration, and practical implementation rather than organization size or sponsorship level, the expo provides an open platform where the best ideas and technologies can be discovered, shared, and successfully implemented.

Session Topics

Conference sessions are selected through a collaborative process that includes recommendations from the Connected Vehicles Expo team, volunteer experts, industry advisors, speaker proposals, and public session topic submissions. This approach ensures the program addresses the industry’s most important and emerging technologies, business opportunities, and implementation challenges.

Pre-Event Preview

Approximately 30 days before the expo, attendees are invited to a 2–3 hour preview event featuring 8–10 expert presentations. This preview allows participants to explore the 3D virtual event platform, meet speakers, experience the event format, and determine how the full conference can benefit their organization.

Speaker Benefits

Every speaker receives a profile page and may publish one downloadable resource—such as a white paper, case study, tutorial, checklist, or technical guide—which will be hosted on the event website for one year. 

Open Global Event

Connected Vehicles Expo welcomes technology companies, experts, startups, researchers, and industry leaders from around the world, including China, India, Germany, Japan, South Korea, Europe, North America, and other leading connected vehicle markets. The event promotes international collaboration, knowledge sharing, and global business opportunities.

EV Industry Directory

Participating companies receive a profile in the EV Industry Directory, increasing their visibility to automotive manufacturers, suppliers, software developers, consultants, investors, and other industry professionals before, during, and after the event.

3D Virtual Event Experience

Connected Vehicles Expo is hosted on an immersive 3D virtual event platform that requires no software installation. Attendees can explore the virtual exhibition, visit sponsor booths, join conference sessions, network with participants, and hold private one-on-one conversations—creating an experience that closely resembles an in-person trade show.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Sponsorship enables companies to support the growth of the connected vehicle industry while increasing their own visibility, credibility, thought leadership, and business development opportunities. Sponsors receive year-round online exposure and valuable opportunities to connect with customers, partners, and industry leaders.

Educational Resources

Speakers and sponsors are encouraged to share valuable educational resources, including white papers, case studies, tutorials, technical guides, implementation checklists, presentations, and videos. These materials are featured on each speaker’s session page, providing attendees with ongoing access to practical information long after the event concludes.