Innovators in Mobility, Design, Technology and Talent to Take the Stage
- Mobility Global Forum held in concert with Industry Days, Jan. 15-16
- A magnet for industry and media with panel discussions and fireside chats
- Topics to zero in on “Convergence of Industry, Technology and Talent”
The Detroit Auto Show today announced its Mobility Global Forum (MGF) on Jan. 15-16, 2025, at Huntington Place in Detroit, will feature
more than 30 panels and fireside chats presented by a slate of thought leaders from global OEMs, startups, tech companies, industry trade organizations, non-profits and the public sector. Programming for the two-day symposium will focus on the theme, “Convergence of Industry, Technology and Talent.” (Visit detroitautoshow.com/mobility-global-forum/ for a preliminary look at the speaker lineup; a full list of MGF speakers and programming will be announced soon.)
Now in its third year, the MGF is part of Industry Days at the iconic Detroit Auto Show, returning to the Motor City on Jan. 10-20, 2025. Presentations will be made on the Huntington Place Atrium stage and the AutoMobili-D stage in the Grand Ballroom. A ticket is not required to attend.
Participants in the MGF will represent a cross-section of trailblazers and innovators in mobility, design, technology and talent. Presentations will reinforce the overarching theme of the symposium and feature content targeted at sustaining the automotive industry as an economic engine for Southeast Michigan and beyond. A sampling of topics to be featured include:
- Accelerating Next-Level Growth Through Motorsports
- Integration of Green Steel into Automotive Design
- “Driving Possibilities”/ STEM Programming
- Maintaining EV Momentum
- Technology Transformation and Workforce Development
- Impact of AI on the Automotive Consumer Experience
- Keeping Southeast Michigan a Destination of Choice for New Mobility Startups
- Bad Behaviors: Autonomous Driving Distraction and Safety
- Avoiding the Risks of Software Designed Vehicles
- Accelerating Impact: Building Innovation Ecosystems through Strategic Partnerships
“The Detroit Auto Show is all about getting people excited about vehicles and new technologies,” said 2025 Detroit Auto Show Chairman Karl Zimmermann. “But, it’s also about providing a deep dive into evolving industry trends with an eye focused on the continued integration of technology within the mobility space and the skill set needed to make this technology a reality.”
In addition to the MGF, Industry Days includes the AutoMobili-D technology showcase, featuring mobility innovations from a variety of global companies, the startup community and a number of universities. The Future Leaders Forum, Presented by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation and the Office of Future Mobility and Electrification, also joins Industry Days as a new feature program to cultivate the industry’s next generation.
Industry Days include exclusive industry access to the show floor. Visit detroitautoshow.com for tickets and more information about programming and special access hours.
ABOUT THE DETROIT AUTO SHOW
The Detroit Auto Show is one of the most influential annual automotive events in the world and a showcase for emerging technologies. The iconic show features brand-defining vehicles, product ride-and-drives and dynamic experiential activations. The event includes: Media Day, where media have access to the show floor prior to the public opening and automakers and suppliers debut new products and technologies; Industry Days, a hub for industry, talent and mobility tech of tomorrow collaboration; Mobility Global Forum, a two-day symposium on mobility trends and new technologies; AutoMobili-D, an inside look at future mobility platforms; Future Leaders Forum, a catalyst for student education; Charity Preview, a signature fundraising gala for children’s charities; and the Public Show, a mobility celebration. For more information, visit detroitautoshow.com.
DATES FOR THE DETROIT AUTO SHOW:
- Media Day, Friday, Jan. 10
- Charity Preview, Friday, Jan. 10
- Industry Days and AutoMobili-D, Wednesday, Jan. 15 and Thursday, Jan. 16 (Exclusive Industry Access 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.)
- Mobility Global Forum, Wednesday, Jan. 15 and Thursday, Jan. 16
- Future Leaders Forum, Wednesday, Jan. 15 and Thursday, Jan. 16
- Public Show, Saturday, Jan. 11 through Monday, Jan. 20
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