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Paris Motor Show 2026

October 12-18, 2026 | Paris Porte de Versailles | Hall 7.1

At speed. At scale.
Driving AI-powered automotive performance.

Relentless pressure on speed, cost, and innovation is transforming how we design, build and experience vehicles. AI can play a game-changing role in this transformation and elevate outcomes at all stages of the value chain. Will you seize the opportunity to drive performance and the future of mobility?

Join us at the Paris Motor Show (Mondial de l’Auto) 2026 to discover how you can accelerate innovation, strengthen resilience, and unlock new value – at speed and at scale.

Wherever you operate on the automotive value chain, Capgemini’s unique combination of expertise across strategy and innovation, engineering, and digital transformation can help turn your boldest ambitions into tangible business outcomes.

What to expect

Real-world innovation

Discover how we connect the physical and digital worlds. Explore immersive showcases and interactive demonstrations on AI‑augmented lifecycle engineering, intelligent operations, smart manufacturing and supply chains, software-defined vehicles, personalized customer experiences, and much more.

Market-leading insight

Be among the first to hear the findings from our latest research and learn how automotive companies are using AI to elevate outcomes right across the automotive value chain. Speak to the authors and find out how you can translate insight into tangible actions and outcomes for your business.

Value-adding exchanges

Connect with domain experts to exchange ideas and co-create solutions. We’ll be hosting thought leaders from the worlds of automotive and technology to drive meaningful discussions about the trends shaping mobility experiences of the future and how to thrive in the ever-changing competitive landscape.

“As a leading partner to the automotive industry, Capgemini will demonstrate at the Paris Motor Show 2026 how we support OEMs, suppliers and mobility providers in accelerating their AI-powered transformation journeys to create value and boost efficiency.

We are committed to driving automotive performance – at speed and at scale. I look forward to connecting with you in Paris.”

Laurence Noël, EVP, Head of Global Automotive Industry, Capgemini
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Experience our solution showcases

Visit our booth to discover immersive demonstrations showcasing how AI, software, data, and advanced engineering are helping automotive organizations transform the way they design, develop, manufacture, and deliver mobility solutions.

What we’re bringing to Paris

At our booth, let’s explore how to make your strategic business priorities real:

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AI-augmented lifecycle engineering

Rethink how your engineers work to enable better decisions earlier, smoother collaboration, and achieve product KPIs. See how we deploy and embed AI, digital twins and advanced simulation at the heart of re-designed engineering processes, enabling you to be faster to market with more-competitive products and services.

Software-driven mobility

Confidently accelerate continuous software delivery while maintaining quality, traceability and control. Learn how to master the complexity of software as the core of your products and embed vehicles at the heart of mobility ecosystems, so you can stop playing “catchup” and turn software into a source of competitive advantage.

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Autonomous driving and ADAS development

Scale testing and facilitate speedier progression of your ADAS program. We’ll show you how to deploy virtualization, simulation and AI-enabled validation solutions and handle the massive data-streaming and compute requirements, so you can save time and resources while accelerating customer confidence and speed to value.

Wednesday, October 14 | Day of conferences and discussions

Automotive competitiveness in the age of AI: transforming at high speed and scale

Behind every major advance in mobility lies a profound transformation of the automotive industry itself. As vehicles become increasingly defined by software, artificial intelligence, and connectivity, manufacturers must rethink their design, engineering, production, and go-to-market approaches to meet the demands of an ever more complex and competitive environment, quickly and at scale.

Artificial intelligence, advanced software engineering, intelligent production systems and connected supply chains are now emerging as essential levers for performance, resilience and industrial competitiveness.

By bringing together industry leaders, technology experts and ecosystem partners, this conference will explore how automotive players are transforming their operations, accelerating innovation and strengthening their competitiveness across the entire value chain, making AI a concrete driver of performance and value creation.

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Conference program

Introduction and insights into the major trends in the sector

Based on the results of the latest study conducted by Capgemini on the automotive sector, this session will highlight the growing role of artificial intelligence in the transformation of the industry, from vehicle engineering and software development to new models of collaboration and value creation.

Key players in the sector will share their experiences on the uses of AI that are already producing concrete benefits, while addressing the strategic challenges related to trust, security, sovereignty and the large-scale industrialization of AI solutions.

Morning sessions

10:35 – 11:05 | From agentic AI to the reinvention of the company: capturing the new drivers of value creation in the automotive industry

As agentic AI moves from experimentation to large-scale deployment, organizations face a challenge far broader than mere technology adoption. Enterprise-wide AI integration is part of a profound transformation that involves rethinking technological foundations, operating models, governance, products, intellectual property, and the organization of work. The question is no longer how to deploy AI, but how to fully leverage the new sources of value it generates.

Across all sectors, leaders face the same challenge: bridging the gap between AI ambitions and achieving tangible results at scale. To achieve this, an integrated approach to transformation is needed, combining strategy, technology, data & AI, engineering, and operations.

This transformation is particularly evident in the automotive industry. Bringing together leading manufacturers, equipment suppliers and technology players, this opening session will explore the conditions necessary to enable the industry to lead the next era of intelligent mobility, while strengthening Europe’s competitiveness, resilience and technological sovereignty.

In a context marked by intensifying global competition, the ability to innovate faster and execute at scale has become a key competitive advantage. For automotive players, R&D now plays a central role in value creation and differentiation.

The emergence of agentic AI presents a major opportunity to accelerate efficiency gains and rethink engineering models. Through this roundtable discussion, industry experts will share their vision of how these new approaches can transform R&D activities, enhance organizational agility, and support competitiveness in a constantly evolving global market.

Software-defined vehicles (SDVs) are fundamentally transforming automotive engineering practices. This new industrial revolution is accelerating today with the rise of agentic AI, making the vehicle a key component of future intelligent ecosystems.

Beyond SDVs, physical AI is paving the way for a new generation of AI-defined vehicles capable of integrating greater autonomy, adaptability, and software value. This evolution is reshaping the entire value chain of the sector.

This session will bring together leading experts to analyze the impact of these transformations on software development roles and examine how they are contributing to reinventing the automotive industry as a whole.

Customer expectations are evolving under the influence of digital-native players and new mobility models. This session will explore how automotive brands can reinvent customer engagement throughout the entire journey, from online offer discovery to in-car experience and after-sales services.

Leveraging data, artificial intelligence, and platform ecosystems, speakers will share the key drivers for strengthening personalization, loyalty, and value creation across the entire customer lifecycle.

Afternoon sessions

2:30 PM – 3:00 PM | The future of automotive competitiveness in Europe: the foundations of investment, employment and industrial leadership

Faced with intensifying global competition, the European automotive ecosystem must meet a major challenge: preserving its capacity for innovation while accelerating its large-scale transformation. The success of this transition will be crucial for the future of industrial leadership, employment, and investment in Europe.

Bringing together industry representatives and sector experts, this roundtable will explore the conditions necessary to sustainably strengthen European competitiveness. Discussions will focus on innovation, skills, regulations and industrial policies, as well as measures enabling European players to grow and compete in global markets.

Faced with an accessibility crisis that threatens to slow the transition to electrification, the automotive industry must rethink its models to offer sustainable, innovative, and accessible mobility for the widest possible audience. This session will explore how manufacturers, suppliers, and ecosystem partners can leverage next-generation electric vehicle platforms, robust battery ecosystems, connected services, and new mobility concepts to design vehicles that are both attractive and affordable.

Discussions will also highlight the levers for strengthening Europe’s competitiveness in the global market, while accelerating the adoption of more sustainable mobility solutions.

Production has become a key strategic differentiator in the automotive industry. This session will highlight how manufacturers and suppliers can leverage AI, data, and advanced automation to transform their production systems.

Discover how these technologies enhance the flexibility, resilience, and economic performance of industrial operations, while accelerating the industrialization of electric vehicles and software-defined vehicles (SDVs).

In an environment marked by uncertainty and volatility, supply chains play a key role in operational performance and value creation. Automotive leaders must now go beyond simply managing risks to develop real-time forecasting, anticipation, and adaptation capabilities.

This session will highlight how artificial intelligence, digital platforms, and data sharing within ecosystems are enabling the building of more resilient, transparent, and efficient supply chains, capable of becoming a true differentiator.

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Have a specific automotive transformation challenge? Connect with Capgemini leaders and specialists across the areas shaping the future of mobility:

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Meet our experts

Laurence Noël

Laurence Noël

EVP, Head of Global Automotive Industry, Capgemini
Laurence Noël is a distinguished professional with a robust background in the automotive industry. She has more than 25 years of experience, and was previously Senior Vice President of the Circular Economy Business Unit at Stellantis. Leveraging a diverse background across management of business units, strategic planning and engineering, Laurence empowers clients to shape profitable and successful strategies, achieve transformation, and meet automotive sustainability goals.
Gregoire Pecault

Gregoire Pecault

Head of Market Unit Automotive France
With over 20 years of experience at Capgemini, Grégoire supports our clients in their transformation and performance improvement. After holding several management roles in the Telecoms and Media sector and then in the Aerospace and Defense industry market, he’s now focused on the Automotive and Mobility sector in France. Grégoire leverages the Group’s strengths to tackle challenges in Automotive, from supply chain transformation to sustainable development.
Christian Hummel

Christian Hummel

EVP, Global Head of Automotive, Capgemini Invent
Global focus, sustainability ambitions, tech advancements, and demand for regional value chains are driving transformative change across the automotive industry. It’s an exciting time to be part of this journey helping clients shape intelligent, sustainable, and connected futures.
Fabienne Lefever – Our Expert

Fabienne Lefever

Vice President – Head of Automotive Industry for Capgemini Engineering
With an extensive automotive industry knowledge and a strong ambition to support Automotive customers in achieving a safer, smarter, more sustainable & affordable mobility experience, Fabienne is leading Capgemini engineering roadmap and business for the Automotive Industry. She will bring her experience to help customers make the most of the opportunities offered by digital & software technologies to design and build tomorrow’s products & businesses while boosting their competitiveness.
Heiko Huettel

Heiko Huettel

EVP – Software Lead, Global Automotive, Capgemini
Heiko brings over 25 years of experience across automotive and technology. He combines deep expertise in cloud, mobility, and software product development with a clear vision for a software-driven automotive ecosystem. Passionate about software-defined vehicles, he supports the industry’s digital transition through open-source collaboration, strong engineering foundations, and practical business execution.
Praveen Cherian

Praveen Cherian

EVP – Group Automotive, Capgemini
As an Executive Vice-President within Capgemini Group Automotive, Praveen Cherian connects the technical dots to find the best and simplest solutions to complex business challenges facing automotive industry clients. Along with a strong track record in automotive engineering, he brings global leadership experience in operations, supply chain, and logistics. Praveen’s specialist knowledge spans electric vehicles, fleet operators, battery integration, connected car solutions, and more.
Michael Tenschert

Michael Tenschert

Global Automotive Industry Lead – Cloud & Custom Applications
Michael Tenschert is heading the Center of Excellence of our German Cloud & Custom Applications practice and has more than 20 years of experience in custom software development within the automotive industry. He is convinced, that here and now is the best time and place to be, as the density of disruption in the market is the perfect breeding ground to think, strategize, shape and act!

    Frequently asked questions

    Paris Motor Show 2026 is a major international automotive event bringing together automotive manufacturers, technology companies, industry leaders, innovators, and mobility stakeholders to explore the future of the automotive industry.

    Paris Motor Show 2026 takes place from October 12 to October 18, 2026.

    Capgemini will be exhibiting in Hall 7.1, Stand F26.

    Capgemini will showcase how artificial intelligence, software-defined vehicles, advanced engineering, intelligent manufacturing, autonomous driving and ADAS, supply chain transformation, and connected ecosystems can help automotive organizations improve competitiveness and accelerate performance.

    Key topics include AI-powered engineering, agentic AI, software-defined vehicles, automotive R&D, autonomous driving and ADAS, intelligent manufacturing, supply chains, customer experience, sustainable mobility, and the future of automotive competitiveness in Europe.

    Yes. Visitors to Capgemini’s booth can explore live demonstrations and real-world use cases showing how AI, software, data, simulation, and advanced engineering are transforming the automotive value chain.

    Yes. Capgemini will host a thought leadership conference day focused on “Automotive competitiveness in the age of AI: Transforming at speed and scale.” The program will bring together industry leaders, technology experts, and ecosystem partners to discuss how AI and enterprise transformation are shaping automotive competitiveness.

    The thought leadership conference day will cover topics including agentic AI and enterprise reinvention, AI-augmented automotive R&D, modern software engineering and SDV, autonomous vehicles, automotive customer journeys, European automotive competitiveness, affordable mobility, intelligent manufacturing, and intelligent supply chains.

    Yes. Visitors can meet Capgemini leaders and specialists across artificial intelligence, agentic engineering, software-defined vehicles, automotive R&D transformation, customer experience and retail, intelligent manufacturing, supply chain transformation, and sustainable mobility.

    The sessions are relevant for automotive executives, engineering and R&D leaders, software and technology leaders, manufacturing and supply chain executives, customer experience leaders, mobility innovators, and organizations exploring how AI can improve automotive competitiveness.