EVS38: Shaping the future of electrification

The 38th International Electric Vehicle Symposium and Exhibition (EVS38) will be held in Gothenburg from June 15^th to 18^th, 2025. As the world’s premier event dedicated to the electrification of all transportation modes, EVS38 will bring together manufacturers, policymakers, researchers, and experts from around the globe to explore the latest innovations, technologies, and research in electric mobility. The event is co-organized by E-Mobility Europe, the European Association for Electromobility, the City of Gothenburg and Lyon-based agency GL Events Exhibitions & Operations, and will be supported by Business Region Gothenburg and Gothenburg & Co.

With around 300 exhibitors from over 70 countries and over 10,000 expected visitors, EVS38 will highlight the future of electric mobility, focusing on crucial topics such as decarbonizing road transport, financing the transition, battery production, and infrastructure development. The conference will address a variety of global challenges related to e-mobility from different angles: technological advancements, regulatory policies, and urban adoption. Each day of the event will spotlight a different region:

• Day 1: Inspiring Scandinavia – Dive into the region’s pioneering advancements.
• Day 2: Evolving Europe – Explore continental progress and shared visions.
• Day 3: Becoming Global – Broaden the perspective to global strategies and impacts.

Some of the key conference topics will include:

• Sweden: Leading the Charge in Automotive Innovation and Sustainability
• Building a Sustainable E-Mobility Ecosystem that provides jobs
• Managing Electric Truck Integration – From Scandinavia to the World
• Financing Europe’s transition – bridging Europe’s competitiveness gap
• The Future of Battery Production, Supply and Investment

Attendees will hear from prominent speakers such as the Minister of Transport of Baden-Württemberg, Volvo Group CTO Lars Stenqvist, and Volvo Cars CTO Anders Bell, as well as other industry leaders.

EVS38 isn’t just about groundbreaking discussions and innovative ideas, it’s also a chance to connect with key players in the e-mobility ecosystem during our exclusive side events.

• 48 hours e-mobility hackathon: from 16 to 18 June, Svenska Massan venue
  Develop innovative solutions to address challenges related to e-mobility, such as optimizing charging infrastructure, energy management, or improving battery systems
• Technical visits
  Locations: Volvo Cars, SEEL Swedish Electric Transport Laboratory AB, Castellum Gothenburg
• VIP Lunch on Monday, June 16^th
  Location: Volvo World
  Hosted by Volvo Cars & Volvo Group
  On invitation only
• VIP Dinner on Monday, June 16^th
  Location: Gothenburg City Hall (Börsen)
  On invitation only
• Coffee breaks, symposiums, workshops and AGORA sessions
  It’s during these key moments—free from formal sessions—that the real connections happen. Decision-makers, innovators, and policymakers come together to exchange ideas, explore partnerships, and shape the future of sustainable transportation.
• Abstract presentations
  Lecture Presentations, will take place in conference rooms and will provide an in-depth exploration of topics, offering detailed insights and engaging discussions.
  Dialogue Presentations will take place in the exhibition hall alongside e-posters. This format creates a dynamic and interactive environment, fostering meaningful exchanges of ideas.

EVS38 will be an essential platform for fostering dialogue, sharing best practices, and setting the stage for the future of electric mobility. This event will provide invaluable insight into the opportunities and challenges facing the transition to sustainable transportation worldwide.

USEFUL INFORMATIONS AND KEY DATES:

• Dates: EVS38 will take place from June 15 to 18, 2025, at the Swedish Exhibition & Congress Center (Svenska Mässan) in Gothenburg
• Register today: The early bird rate is available until April 15th. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity: https://livebyglevents.key4register.com/key4register/content.aspx?e=293&c=2369
• Agora Sessions: Open 15-minute presentations on best practices, commercial innovations, and industry challenges.
  Interested in reserving a spot? Zhonghua Hu is your main point of contact for this.
• Side events: It’s much more than just a conference! A variety of side events will be hosted during EVS38, offering opportunities to connect and engage.
  Be part of the exclusive site visits of Volvo, RISE, SEEL, Castellum … as well as evenings (Welcome reception, Networking Reception, Exhibition Booth Pub Crawl) to network and expand your network!
• Everything about EVS38: https://www.evs38.org/