The Smart Vehicle November 8, 2006

Cars are becoming smarter and smarter: Over 30% of the cost of a new car is electronics - the trend is growing. Navigation systems, intelligent saftey systems, wireless communication and a multitude of sensors support today's driver. In addition, the supporting infrastructure around the driver becomes more intelligent - built-in sensors in the road, communication between vehicles themselves and to the road are on the rise. First autonomous vehicles with no driver at all have been successfully demonstrated at the DARPA Grand Challenge in 2005.

What are the current developments, what can we expect in the future - what are the emerging business challenges and opportunities.

Moderated by industry veteran Steve Wollenberg of Dash Navigation, a panel of experts from Automotive OEM DaimlerChrysler, Tier One Supplier Bosch, Automotive Semiconductor Manufacturer Linear Technology, and Business Application Software Vendor SAP as well as Venture Capital Firm Mohr Davidow Ventures and the Stanford Racing Team will discuss the growing role of electronics and software in and around the vehicle.

Agenda:
6:00 - 7:00 pm Registration/Networking
7:00 - 8:30 pm Program
8:30 - 9:30 pm Networking Reception

Complimentary appetizers, beer, wine and soft drinks will be served.

$30.

Official Website: http://www.gaba-network.org/index.php?option=com_events&task=view_detail&agid=149&year=2006&month=11&day=08&Itemid=116