STeP-IN Automotive Tech Conference
A Big Thank You!
Thank you for joining us at the Automotive Tech Conference 2026 held on May 07, 2026, at The Chancery Pavilion, Bengaluru. Your presence, participation, and contribution helped create an inspiring platform for innovation, collaboration, and meaningful discussions around the future of mobility and automotive technology.
A Glimpse into the Future of Automotive Technology
The conference spotlighted breakthrough technologies and emerging trends transforming how we design, build, and experience vehicles. Through inspiring keynotes, technical talks, and expert panels, attendees gained deep insights on:
- Artificial Intelligence in Mobility: Exploring how AI is revolutionizing transportation and smart vehicle systems.
- Software-Defined Vehicles (SDVs): Unlocking new levels of flexibility and customer-centric innovation.
- Sustainability & Innovation: Driving zero-emission strategies and frugal engineering solutions tailored for India’s mobility future.
Inspiring Speakers & Industry Leaders
We were honored to host visionary leaders from top organizations who shared their expertise and experiences. Their thought-provoking sessions and lively discussions sparked meaningful conversations and collaboration opportunities.
Engaging Networking & Innovation Expo
Beyond the sessions, attendees connected with peers, explored the latest automotive technologies at exhibitor booths, and fostered partnerships that will accelerate the industry’s transformation.
Access Conference Highlights
Relive the event’s energy through our photo gallery and dive deeper with downloadable session recordings and presentation materials—available exclusively for attendees.
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See You in 2027!
Mark your calendar for Automotive Tech Conference 2027, coming on May 2027. Together, we will continue driving innovation and
shaping the future of mobility.
Thank you for being a part of this transformative journey. Let’s keep pushing the boundaries of automotive technology — together.
Latha is a dynamic business leader with more than three decades of experience. She joined Continental in August 2021 as the head of Technical Center India which is a 6000 people organization. In her role, she is responsible for engineering competence for global and local markets, focusing on Automotive Technologies that include Autonomous Mobility and Safety, and Vehicle Networking and Information business areas and several Center of excellences in the new technology area. She is also responsible for the strategy and growth of the center into a trusted partner contributing to Continental’s global R&D expertise.
Before joining Continental, Latha was a part of Robert Bosch Engineering and Business Solutions Pvt Ltd, where she was responsible for the complete powertrain and electrification domain. She has also worked with Siemens Automotive in Germany and in Siemens Information Systems Ltd, handling business development in South Africa. She started off her career as an R&D engineer in the Bharat Heavy Electricals, Bangalore . Latha was an awardee of the Top 10 women tech leaders award in 2022 and also as top 100 influential leaders in the Artificial Intelligence space in 2023. She was also recently awarded as the Solidarity Idol by Wequity and also Women in Leadership WILL Choice awards.
Her expertise includes building powerful technology teams which create value and differentiation for the business. She is also a certified coach from CFI. Latha holds a B.Tech degree in applied electronics and instrumentation from the Trivandrum college of engineering.
