EVS 38 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. In June 2025, the meeting will be held in Gothenburg.

About EVS 38

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 around 10,000 experts from academia, industry, and the public sector, representing over 70 countries. The conference is held annually, alternating between Europe, America, and Asia. In June 2025 the EVS 38 will be held in Gothenburg.

Dates: June 15 - 18, 2025

Venue: The Swedish Exhibition & Congress Centre

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

Connect with industry leaders, visionaries, and experts from all around the globe. Share ideas, forge partnerships, and be part of the movement towards a sustainable future.

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Why attend EVS 38?

Global Expertise: EVS brings together manufacturers, authorities, and researchers from all over the world. It’s a unique opportunity to connect with experts who are shaping the future of electric vehicles and sustainable transportation.

Cutting-Edge Insights: Attendees can expect a wide range of presentations, discussions, and scientific sessions led by the world’s leading EV experts. Whether you’re interested in EV technology, policy, infrastructure, or urban development, EVS38 will provide valuable insights.

Networking Opportunities: With over 10,000 participants approximately 70 countries, EVS offers an unparalleled networking environment.

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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, Heart Aerospace 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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