Innovate Faster, Compete Smarter, 
and Integrate Systems Under Intensifying Cost & Market Pressure 


The European chassis systems landscape is undergoing a significant shift. Economic pressure continues to weigh heavily on OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, slowing traditional innovation cycles and forcing organisations to prioritise cost-driven engineering over exploratory R&D. With industry leaders noting, “the economic pressure is putting a scar in everything”, it is clear that the impact is being felt across every corner of the chassis domain.

At the same time, global competition has intensified, and European OEMs find themselves impressed and challenged by the pace of Chinese advancement. Chinese OEMs and suppliers are entering the market with unprecedented speed, scale, and technological maturity. Their clean-sheet development models, fully automated manufacturing plants, and rapid deployment of active suspension, electromechanical actuation, electromagnetic systems, and true by-wire technologies are redefining expectations for cost, performance, and integration.


Meanwhile, geopolitical uncertainty, fluctuating electrification strategies, and tightening budgets are forcing European OEMs to look inward, reassess priorities, and determine which technology pathways truly matter. Integration remains the long-term goal, but progress in the current market is uncertain. Autonomous driving is regaining momentum, legislation continues to evolve, and suppliers are under pressure to differentiate through new functions, ride experiences, and cost structures.


Automotive IQ invites you to join your colleagues in Munich for the 18th Annual Chassis Systems Europe 2026 conference. Whether you work in integrated chassis control, vehicle motion control, braking, steering, or suspension, Automotive IQ’s #ChassisSystemsEU26 conference gives you the clarity needed to understand where the market is heading, how competitive dynamics are shifting, and which technologies are advancing across the chassis domain.



    View the Expert 2025 Speakers Led by Steering, Braking, Suspension & Chassis Leaders From Major OEMs & Tier-1s

    The Onsite Experience

    Hear what senior-level automotive steering, braking, suspension & chassis teams from major OEM and Tier-1 brands had to say about Automotive IQ's most recent Automotive Chassis Systems Europe 2024 in Germany.

    Explore Leading Content from Chassis Systems 2025

    CHASSIS
    INTERVIEW
    Scaling Smart: VinFast's AI-Powered Path to Reliable ADAS Deployment

    Insights from Mina Farahat at VinFast

    SUSPENSION
    INTERVIEW
    Balancing Weight, Performance, and Cost: Gabriel's Strategic Approach to Automotive Suspension Innovation

    Insights from Vasudevan Raghavachari at Gabriel

    BRAKING
    INTERVIEW
    Euro 7 Regulations; The Future of Braking Systems and Sustainable Innovation

    Insights from Ishmaeel Ghouri at JLR

    VMC
    INTERVIEW
    Adopting VMC Technologies: Safety Considerations, Challenges and Consumer Willingness

    Insights from Kristof Polmans at thyssenkrupp Presta

    And More!

    Partnership & Exhibition Opportunities

    This is your chance to share your expertise in an environment designed to expose new ideas and concepts and connect with senior-level audiences from Steering, Braking, and Suspension functions, all in one place.

    This is the ideal platform to meet with leading OEMs, generate new business and cement your reputation as a leading technology/solution provider.

    Get in touch so we can help create a package to help you meet your business development objectives for 2026 and beyond. To discuss partnership, sponsorship and/or exhibition opportunities, contact our team at  partner@automotive-iq.com.

    OEM & Tier 1 Brands Represented at Our Chassis Systems Conferences

    ZF Group | Volkswagen AG | Toyota Motor Europe |
    Thyssenkrupp Presta | Tenneco | Robert Bosch |
    Nexteer | Mercedes-AMG | Mando Corporation |
    Magna International | Lear Corporation | Knorr-Bremse |
    KYB Europe | JTEKT | JLR | Iveco Group | Iran Khodro
    Hyundai Motor Company | Hyundai Mobis | Huawei |
    Hitachi Astemo | Hella | HL Mando | General Motors |
    Gabriel | Ford Otosan | Ford Motor Company
    Denso | CEER | Brembo Bozzio AG

    Past Attendees Say It Best
    Here's what past attendees had to say about the Chassis Systems event series 

    Contact Us

    To find out more, or for any questions, please contact us below.

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    Senior Marketing Manager

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    Delegate Director