Manufacturing by Informa’s flagship event stands as the leading event for advanced battery technology, electric vehicles, and energy storage innovation for its 16th edition.
DETROIT, Sept. 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Battery Show and Electric & Hybrid Vehicle Technology Expo North America, the industry's leading battery and electric vehicle event, returns to Huntington Place in Detroit, Michigan, from October 12-15. This premier gathering will bring together over 16,000 engineers, executives, and innovators for four days of hands-on learning, strategic networking, and direct access to cutting-edge technologies, shaping the future of batteries and EVs.
Home of Top Companies and Associations
Currently, 98 of the top 100 automotive suppliers to North America has a presence in Michigan, and 65 are headquartered in the state, and the sector is responsible for over 1 million jobs in the state. On a global scale, the city of Detroit is home to the “Big Three” American automakers- General Motors, Ford, and Stellantis.
"The Battery Show North America stands as the undisputed global epicenter of innovation for the battery, electric vehicle industry, and energy storage industry" says Suzanne Deffree, Group Vice President, Manufacturing by Informa. "As we return to Detroit this October, we're convening the world's most visionary leaders and groundbreaking companies to tackle the defining challenges impacting cleantech from revolutionary manufacturing processes and sustainable solutions to breakthrough battery chemistries and transformative EV infrastructure. This is where the future of electrification is forged, where industry pioneers collaborate, and where tomorrow's energy solutions become today's reality."
Focused Conference Education
Commencing with a hands-on workshop on Monday, then three full days of conference programming (Tuesday–Thursday), the conference includes 140+ hours of expert-led sessions over five tracks including Battery Chemistry, Materials & Cell Innovation; Electrified Vehicle Systems & Powertrain Integration; Battery Manufacturing & Supply Chain Industrialization; Energy Storage & Grid Applications; and Advanced Air Mobility & Electrified Aviation Systems.
Speakers for the conference include Eric Symon, Head of Smart Manufacturing, Panasonic Connect North America; Laura Wagner, EV Battery Sustainability & Recycling Manager, General Motors; Herminso Gómez, Quality Solutions Manager, ZEISS Industrial Quality Solutions; Bob Lee President, North America, LG Energy Solution.
What to Expect at The Battery Show
- Open Tech Forum: Located at the center of the expo floor, the Open Tech Forum offers free education that tackles the industry’s most pressing challenges and opportunities.
- New Product Showcase: Live, 15-minute product demos happening right at exhibitor booths. The New Product Showcase offers a chance to explore the latest advancements in batteries, components, testing equipment, and EV systems — all presented by the engineers and experts behind them.
- Battery Tech Theater: Located on the expo floor, Battery Tech Theater sessions are led by top engineers, product developers, and technical specialists sharing real-world applications, emerging solutions, and lessons learned from the field.
- Battery Awards: The Battery Awards celebrate the most outstanding achievements across the advanced battery and EV technology industry. Attendees at the ceremony can connect with award nominees and winners and be part of an evening that recognizes the breakthroughs shaping electrification's next chapter.
- Executive Summit: A strategic leadership forum taking place on October 15th focused on capital allocation, industrial policy, supply chain resilience, technology bets, and the future competitive landscape of the battery ecosystem. An exclusive one-day, closed-door event for C-suite executives and senior industry leaders, the Executive Summit is the forum to discuss high-level strategies, market trends, policy shifts, and investment priorities.
Don't miss your chance to be part of the future of electrification. Registration for The Battery Show and Electric & Hybrid Vehicle Technology Expo North America is open now—but time is running out. Secure your spot today and join the industry's most influential leaders, innovators, and decision-makers shaping tomorrow's energy landscape.
Register now: https://www.thebatteryshow.com/
About The Battery Show by Informa:
The Battery Show is the largest and most comprehensive advanced battery technology event, co-located with Electric & Hybrid Vehicle Technology Expo, the only trade show and conference exclusively dedicated to advanced battery and the electric and hybrid vehicle drivetrain. Visitors to our shows can discover and demo the latest products, technology, and solutions from nearly a thousand suppliers, network with tens of thousands of attendees and access a breadth of education across multiple tracks and technical sessions. The Battery Show is organized by Manufacturing by Informa and includes The Battery Show Europe, The Battery Show North America, The Battery Show India and The Battery Show Asia. Listed media partners include Informa Market's Battery Technology and DesignNews. For more information, please visit informamarkets.com.
About Manufacturing by Informa:
Manufacturing by Informa is the leading B2B event producer, publisher, and digital media business for the world's $3-trillion advanced, technology-based manufacturing industry. Our print and electronic products deliver trusted information to the manufacturing market and leverage our proprietary 1.3-million-name database to connect suppliers with buyers and purchase influencers. We produce more than 50 events and conferences in a dozen countries, connecting manufacturing professionals from around the globe. The Manufacturing portfolio is organized by Informa Markets, a subsidiary of Informa plc (LON:INF), the world's leading exhibitions organizer that brings a diverse range of specialist markets to life, unlocking opportunities and helping them to thrive 365 days of the year. For more information, please visit www.informamarkets.com.
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