EVS38 in Gothenburg

The Electric Vehicle Symposium and Exhibition (EVS), is the globally leading conference and exhibition for the transition to electrification across all modes of transport. It brings together manufacturers, authorities, and researchers from around the world.

About EVS38

The International Electric Vehicle Symposium and Exhibition (EVS) series, organized by the World Electric Vehicle Association (WEVA), is recognized as the premier event for academic, government and industry professionals involved in electric drive technologies. Typically, EVS attracts experts from academia, industry, and the public sector, representing over 70 countries. The conference is held annually, alternating between Europe, America, and Asia.

Dates: June 15 - 18, 2025

Venue: The Swedish Exhibition & Congress Centre, Gothenburg.

Host: The City of Gothenburg through Business Region Göteborg and Göteborg & Co.

Thank you for an unforgettable EVS38 in Gothenburg

Through a dynamic mix of seminars, technical sessions, an engaging exhibition, and insightful study visits, EVS38 united researchers, policymakers, innovative businesses and investors — all driving the evolution of e-mobility forward.

Gothenburg had the honour of hosting this global forum, showcasing not only our innovation capacity but also our strengths in collaboration and sustainability. And now, the baton has officially been passed to Long Beach, California, as the next host of EVS39.

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Key facts about EVS38

3,799 unique registered participants
Over 7,500 visits in total.
30 sponsors
150 exhibitors
450 speakers
405 abstracts were submitted, of which 329 were approved – around 30 from Gothenburg and around 80 from Sweden.
There were 60 journalists on site.
Several international delegations visited Gothenburg, including those from the Netherlands, the USA, Germany, Canada and Mexico.

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Why Gothenburg?

Gothenburg has established itself as one of Europe's most dynamic electromobility clusters. The region's automotive cluster is world leading in safety, electrification, autonomous technology and connected vehicles.

The Gothenburg region holds the entire value chain in electromobility and is home to innovative companies, academic and research institutions, unique test environments and demonstration projects, making it an ideal place to discuss and showcase the latest developments in electromobility.

Progressive brands including Volvo Cars, Volvo Group, Polestar, Einride and Zeekr are headquartered or carrying out R&D here. In addition, Gothenburg and western Sweden have a fast-growing battery ecosystem, which in the coming years will feature two battery gigafactories.

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Gothenburg strongly focuses on reducing emissions as well as adopting and promoting clean transport solutions. 99% of public transport in the county runs on renewable energy and the city’s transport system will be entirely fossil free by 2030.

Gothenburg has been selected as one of EUs 100 climate-neutral cities in 2030 and a mentor city to play a key role in the green transition in EU. We have also been named the world’s most sustainable city destination seven times.

The citys emphasis on environmental initiatives, such as Gothenburg Green City Zone and sustainable urban planning, provides the perfect backdrop for EVS.

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