Welcome & Setting the Scene: Comparing European EV Markets, Both Within Europe and Externally. High-Level View of Charging Infrastructure Penetration vs. Demand

Charging infrastructure in Latin America is no longer just a promise; it is now becoming a tangible reality. This session will explore the industry's growth prospects, structural bottlenecks, and investment opportunities. Drawing on market data and insights from both public and private sectors, the panel will outline the current landscape and future outlook, highlighting key trends and opportunities for e-mobility.

Join Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Renault/Mobilize & futurist Lars Thomsen as they explore how bidirectional charging will transform mobility and energy. Realistic theses meet pragmatic insights into the next 260 weeks of innovation.

Electric vehicles can either strain ill-equipped power grids or serve as valuable assets in the energy transition. This session will examine how the energy industry can collaborate with mobility to unlock new opportunities, from participating in the distributed generation and demand response markets to seizing opportunities in storage, dynamic pricing, and integration with smart grids. It will also address how infrastructure and market policies can be aligned to foster efficient synergies.

Who said charging is only about plugging in? Emerging mobility paradigms involve user experience, convenience, and smart solutions. This session showcases innovations that place the user at the helm of the journey, from app usability and charging station accessibility to integration with other modes of transport and efficient service. Real-world examples and practical insights will show how to make charging more intuitive, dependable, and aligned with the consumer's routine.