Call for abstracts for Advancing Automotive Engineering 2026

Deadline 22 February 2026: be part of driving knowledge and innovation across the automotive and propulsion industries.

Following the success of the 2025 conference, the IMechE warmly welcomes all engineers and professionals working across the automotive and transport industries to be a part of the next iteration of the Advancing Automotive Engineering summit. The summit combines four distinct areas that will share the latest technical developments, case study insights, successful strategies and lessons learned that will inform and support all those working with the next generation of transportation technologies. 

The four areas of the 2026 conference and topics covered are as follows:

• H2ICE conference - understand the applications and commercial viability of hydrogen-based combustion engines and powertrains
• VTMS17: Vehicle Thermal Management Systems Conference - covering thermal management systems, components and materials, refrigerants, battery analysis & simulation, and others
• 16th International Conference on Turbochargers and Turbochargers - address advanced and novel applications, emissions reductions and net-zero, e-boosting, and solutions for alternative fuels
• Electrified Vehicle Engineering conference - including new powertrains developments, component simulation, power electronics, security, and battery development

This is a key opportunity to raise your and your company’s profile, share your knowledge and expertise with the international engineering community, and access the discussions, networking, and collaborative opportunities.

The process to share your work is simple:

1. Visit the event websites for full list of topics sought
2. Develop the title and a summary of your work
3. Sign in to the Oxford Abstracts system to send your abstract by 22 February 2026

About the summit:

The Advancing Automotive Engineering conference is an annual gathering of professionals, innovators, and decision-makers from across the automotive sector, providing a unique opportunity to gain a comprehensive understanding of the future of mobility.

It serves as a dynamic platform for exploring the latest advancements in automotive technology, fostering cross-industry collaboration, and driving the future of the sector.