In November 2026, escar Europe celebrates 24 years of excellence in automotive cyber security. Since its launch in Germany in 2003, escar has grown into one of the world's leading automotive cyber security conferences, bringing together experts from industry, academia and government across Europe, North America and Asia.

On November 17–18, 2026, cybersecurity professionals, automotive manufacturers (OEMs), tier suppliers, researchers and technology providers will meet in Bonn, Germany, or participate online to discuss the latest developments in vehicle cyber security, software-defined vehicles (SDVs), connected mobility and secure automotive systems.

As modern vehicles become increasingly connected, software-driven and autonomous, automotive cyber security has become a critical discipline for the entire mobility ecosystem. escar Europe provides a unique platform to exchange knowledge, present cutting-edge research and discuss practical solutions for protecting vehicles, embedded systems and automotive software throughout their lifecycle.

The conference covers key topics including ISO/SAE 21434, UNECE R155, Cyber Security Management Systems (CSMS), penetration testing, secure software development, vehicle architectures, over-the-air (OTA) security, artificial intelligence, post-quantum cryptography, incident response and emerging cyber threats in the automotive industry.

For more than two decades, escar has connected leading engineers, security researchers, OEMs, suppliers, universities and public institutions. High-quality technical presentations, peer-reviewed research and valuable networking opportunities make escar Europe one of the most respected events for automotive cyber security worldwide.

Whether you are developing secure vehicles, implementing regulatory requirements or researching future mobility technologies, escar Europe 2026 offers practical insights, international expertise and valuable professional exchange.

Join the international automotive cyber security community on November 17–18, 2026, in Bonn, Germany, or participate online. We look forward to welcoming you to escar Europe 2026.

escar Europe 2026 covers the latest developments in automotive cyber security, vehicle security and secure mobility technologies. The conference brings together international experts from industry, academia and government to discuss emerging cyber threats, regulatory requirements, innovative security technologies and practical solutions for modern connected and software-defined vehicles.

Cyber Security Management Systems (CSMS)

Explore the latest developments in Cyber Security Management Systems (CSMS), including UNECE R155, ISO/SAE 21434, certification, standardization, regulatory compliance, interoperability and the integration of cybersecurity into existing management systems.

Security Technologies for Vehicles and Embedded Systems

Learn about advanced security technologies for automotive ECUs, embedded systems, in-vehicle networks, hardware security, over-the-air (OTA) updates, access control, intrusion detection systems (IDS), automotive SIEM solutions, monitoring and security functions for connected vehicles.

Offensive Automotive Security

Discover the latest research and practical approaches in automotive penetration testing, vehicle hacking, protocol analysis, fuzzing, reverse engineering, vulnerability research and security testing automation.

Software-Defined Vehicle (SDV)

Security Gain insights into cybersecurity challenges for Software-Defined Vehicles (SDVs), including secure software development, DevSecOps, continuous deployment, digital ecosystems, changing automotive value chains and emerging software technologies.

Secure Vehicle Architectures

Explore security concepts for connected vehicles, autonomous driving, V2X communication, electric vehicles, backend and cloud infrastructures, vehicle computers, domain controllers, Zero Trust architectures and large-scale mobility platforms.

Automotive Security Engineering

Learn about secure vehicle development, including safety and security co-design, threat modeling, trust models, formal verification, secure development tools, credential management, long-term security maintenance, incident response, validation processes and cybersecurity economics.

Future Automotive Security Technologies

Discover emerging technologies shaping the future of automotive cybersecurity, including Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC), Trusted Execution Environments (TEE), Privacy-Enhancing Technologies (PETs) and other innovative approaches to securing next-generation vehicles.

Mobility Security and Emerging Topics

The conference also addresses broader cybersecurity topics related to modern mobility, including privacy and data protection, legal and regulatory requirements, security usability, mobility services such as robotaxis, and cybersecurity for railway, aerospace and other transportation systems.