What Made ASSC US 2026 a Must-Attend Event
✔ 100+ confirmed industry registrations
✔ 55% in C-level, director or department-head roles
✔ OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, software and technology leaders from 7 countries
The Automotive Software Strategies US Conference 2026 took place on November 3–4 in San Jose, California, bringing together industry decision-makers, software experts and technology innovators to explore the future of software-defined mobility.
With expert speakers from companies including Ford Motor Company, Google, NVIDIA, NIO, QNX, Red Hat and AWS, the conference provided a valuable platform for discussing the technologies, strategies and partnerships transforming the automotive industry.
From Agentic AI and open software ecosystems to virtualization, next-generation software platforms and data-driven business models, ASSC US 2026 combined strategic perspectives with practical insights and real-world applications.
Beyond the presentations, the conference stood out for its open, collaborative atmosphere, meaningful face-to-face conversations and valuable networking opportunities across the automotive software ecosystem.
Key Highlights
- 55% senior leadership representation
– C-level executives, directors and department heads - 48% technology and software providers,
alongside 20% vehicle manufacturers and 20% Tier and component suppliers - 7 countries represented,
with a strong North American presence and international participation
Why ASSC US 2026 Stood Out
- High-level industry exchange between automotive manufacturers, suppliers and leading technology companies
- Forward-looking discussions on Agentic AI, software-defined vehicles, open ecosystems and virtual development
- A strong focus on practical implementation, scalable solutions and new business opportunities
- Open dialogue, valuable networking and collaboration across the automotive software community
Impressions from ASSC US 2026
