Autonomous Vehicles Online 2026 Agenda
1:35 pm - 1:40 pm
Opening Remarks
1:40 pm - 2:00 pm
Keynote Presentation
2:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Panel Discussion: How AI and SDV Architectures Are Enabling Next Generation Scalable L3, L3+ and L4 Autonomy
David Doria -
Director of Engineering - Automated Driving,
Magna International
Ahmed AbuTabl - Engineering Director - Head of Global Software Engineering - Body Control, FORVIA HELLA
Sergey Malygin - CEO, SODA.Auto
AI and software-defined architectures are redefining what’s possible in autonomous mobility. This session explores the key technological shifts enabling safer, smarter, and more scalable autonomous systems.
Topics include:
- Advancing from Level 2 assistance to scalable Level 3/4 autonomy with more human-like driving behaviour
- Emerging generative AI applications inside the vehicle
- The industry-wide transition to centralised and zonal architectures to support complex, software-driven features
- The role of V2X communication in enhancing safety, efficiency, and situational awareness
Ahmed AbuTabl
Engineering Director - Head of Global Software Engineering - Body ControlFORVIA HELLA
2:30 pm - 2:45 pm
Solution Showcase: AV Tools in Action
A 15-minute showcase exploring the latest solution innovations across the industry.
2:45 pm - 3:15 pm
Panel Discussion: Overcoming Skepticism: How to Build Public Trust in Robotaxis
Aitor Pena Morales -
Regional Sales Excellence Lead - Spain and Portugal,
BYD EUROPE
Philip Koopman - Faculty Emeritus, Carnegie Mellon University
For the successful adoption of robotaxis, public trust and acceptance are essential. Trust is earned through transparent communication, clear demonstrations of vehicle capabilities, and a strong, consistent safety record. Join this session to discover how to build and maintain consumer confidence while addressing common misconceptions.
This panel will cover:
- How to clearly communicate the benefits and value of robotaxis to consumers
- Overcoming anxiety around system failures, unexpected situations, and uncertainty
- Data security and privacy: explaining transparently how user data is collected and used
- Establishing strong, visible safety standards to reinforce long-term trust
3:15 pm - 3:30 pm
Solution Showcase: AV Tools in Action
A 15-minute showcase exploring the latest solution innovations across the industry.
3:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Panel Discussion: Future-Proofing Cyber Security for Autonomous Vehicles
Srini Gowda -
Vice President of Autonomous Vehicles,
International
Dr. Sheikh Mahbub Habib - Head of Product Cybersecurity and Privacy Innovation, AUMOVIO
With cyber security now being a core pillar of safety and trust, the automotive industry must build a resilient and future-proof defence against emerging cyber vulnerabilities.
This panel will bring together automotive security experts to discuss:
- Securing AV systems and protecting decision-making models from manipulation
- Ensuring safe, authenticated, and reliable OTA software updates
- Defining what “future-proof” cyber security truly means in an autonomous-vehicle era
