Connected and automated driving is rapidly shaping the automobile industry's future, creating new areas of business with new players, thereby impacting existing business models. It also promises a whole new potential for safe, efficient, comfortable and environmentally-friendly mobility.

• What digital infrastructure will be needed for the cars of the future?
• How can this data be shared in a controlled and secure manner?
• How can we best secure personal data?

These and other topical questions will be addressed through keynote speeches and lively panel discussions at this year's ACEA conference.

Who

The event will bring together high-level representatives of the automotive industry, telecoms operators, European institutions, industry associations, technology companies as well as consumer organisations. 

Keynote speeches will be made by:

• Roberto Viola, Director-General, DG CONNECT, European Commission
• Dita Charanzová, Member of the European Parliament
• Henrik Hololei, Director-General, DG MOVE, European Commission
• Erik Jonnaert, ACEA Secretary General