Driving the Future of Mobility: The Vision Behind Auto Tech Asia

TFT: Auto Tech Asia Expo is positioned as a future mobility platform, what was the core vision behind launching this exhibition?

MY: The core vision behind launching Auto Tech Asia was to create a future-ready platform that brings together the entire mobility ecosystem—from automotive manufacturing and EV technologies to battery innovation and smart mobility solutions.

As the industry undergoes rapid transformation, we envisioned a platform that not only showcases products but also drives innovation, collaboration, and knowledge exchange. Auto Tech Asia is designed to connect industry leaders, policymakers, startups, and technology providers, enabling meaningful partnerships and supporting the transition towards sustainable and next-generation mobility.

TFT: What gap in the Indian exhibition landscape does Auto Tech Asia aims to fill?

MY: Auto Tech Asia aims to fill the gap for a truly integrated platform that brings together the entire automotive and mobility value chain under one roof. While many exhibitions focus on specific segments, there was a clear need for a unified ecosystem covering EV technologies, battery innovation, auto components, and smart manufacturing.

The platform bridges the gap between traditional automotive and future mobility by enabling collaboration between industry leaders, startups, policymakers, and technology providers—creating a space where innovation, partnerships, and business opportunities can thrive.

TFT: What kind of participation are you expecting in terms of exhibitors, international presence, and visitor turnout?

MY: We are expecting strong participation across all segments, with a diverse mix of leading manufacturers, technology providers, startups, and solution providers showcasing the latest innovations in automotive, EV, and battery technologies.

On the international front, we anticipate growing global interest with exhibitors and partners from key automotive and EV markets, along with dedicated international pavilions. In terms of visitors, we are targeting a high-quality audience including industry professionals, decision-makers, OEMs, suppliers, investors, and policymakers—making it a highly engaging and business-focused platform.

TFT: What kind of innovations or technologies will be the key highlights of the 2026 edition?

MY: The 2026 edition of Auto Tech Asia will showcase a wide range of next-generation innovations shaping the future of mobility. Key highlights will include advancements in electric vehicle technologies, battery innovation and energy storage solutions, as well as charging infrastructure.

We will also see strong focus on smart and connected mobility, ADAS, AI-driven automotive solutions, and smart manufacturing technologies. In addition, emerging startups will present cutting-edge innovations, making the platform a hub for future-ready technologies and industry transformation.

TFT: What are the biggest challenges in organising a large-scale automotive technology exhibition in India today?

MY: Organising a large-scale automotive technology exhibition in India comes with its own set of challenges, including aligning a diverse and rapidly evolving industry, managing logistics at scale, and ensuring strong participation across both traditional and emerging sectors.

Additionally, keeping pace with fast-changing technologies and market dynamics, while delivering high-value engagement for exhibitors and visitors, requires continuous innovation in event design and execution.

However, these challenges also present opportunities—to create more focused, future-ready platforms like Auto Tech Asia that drive meaningful connections, innovation, and industry growth.

TFT: Are there any conferences arranged during the show?

MY: Yes, Auto Tech Asia 2026 will host the AUTOTECH CONCLAVES—a series of high-impact conference sessions focused on the automotive industry ecosystem. These sessions will bring together industry leaders, policymakers, and technology experts to discuss key trends, challenges, and opportunities across the automotive, EV, and battery sectors.

The AUTOTECH Conclaves will focus on areas such as electric mobility, battery innovation, smart manufacturing, sustainability, and future mobility solutions—creating a strong platform for knowledge sharing and meaningful industry dialogue.

TFT: Do you have plans to expand into other cities or international markets?

MY: Yes, we do have plans to expand the Auto Tech Asia platform both within India and into international markets. As the mobility and EV ecosystem continues to grow, we see strong potential to take this platform to other key cities and emerging hubs.

Our focus will be on creating region-specific editions while also building stronger international collaborations, making Auto Tech Asia a globally recognized platform for innovation, business, and future mobility solutions.