11th Symposium Driving Simulation

5+6 November 2025 | Wolfsburg (EDAG Zero Prototype Lab)


Join us for the 11th edition of the Symposium Driving Simulation - SDS, the premier forum with conference, exhibition and driving simulator demonstrations where industry leaders, researchers, and technology innovators come together to shape the future of virtual vehicle development. Hosted at the cutting-edge EDAG Zero Prototype Lab in Wolfsburg, this year’s symposium will once again spotlight advancements in:


• Virtual Driving Simulation

• Driving Dynamics

• ADAS and Sensor Technologies

• Autonomous Driving Systems


Designed as a catalyst for knowledge exchange and strategic networking, the event offers a unique platform to present scientific methods, application-driven results, and technological breakthroughs in simulation-based development.

Whether you're navigating the latest in virtual test environments, fine-tuning vehicle behavior models, or engineering the next generation of driver assistance systems - this symposium places you at the forefront of innovation.


We particularly encourage start-ups and publicly funded R&D projects to use this platform for professional exchange, visibility, and collaboration - enabling stronger connections between research and real-world applications.

FOCUS TOPICS 2025


The 11th Symposium Driving Simulation will spotlight current and emerging challenges in the virtual development and testing of modern mobility systems.


  • Virtual Design and Validation of Highly Automated Driving Functions
  • ADAS Sensor Modelling
  • Scenario Generation, Management, and Databases
  • Virtual Test Strategies and Certification Pathways
  • Simulation vs. Physical Testing
  • Driving Dynamics, Tire Modelling, NVH
  • Behaviour Models and Human Factors
  • Diving Simulator Technologies
  • Advanced Light Simulation
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Standardization

PRESENTATIONS

AI-Generated, Human-Approved: 80% Productivity Boost in
OpenSCENARIO Creation Workflows

Simon TERRES | AVL Deutschland GmbH


Realistic Radar Simulation for Driving Scenarios: From Digital Twins to System Validation
Dr.-Ing. Michael STELZIG | fiveD GmbH


EDAG ATPS: Develop Parking Assistants More Efficient Using Automated Testing Environments
David MÜNZING | EDAG Engineering GmbH


High-Fidelity Virtual Validation of L3/L4 Parking Automation: Bridging Sensor Realism, Scenario Scale, and HIL/VIL Integration

Clemens HABEDANK | MORAI GmbH 


Advancing Automotive Lighting Development:
Real-Time Simulation and Validation in the ZPL

Jannes BUTHMANN| EDAG Engineering GmbH


Capturing Human-Like Emergency Reactions in Driving Simulations with a Cognitive Behavior Model

Dr. Lukas BROSTEK | cogniBIT GmbH


Introducing BERTHA: Horizon Europe Project Meant to Develop a Driver Behavioural Model to Make Autonomous Vehicles Safer and More Human-like.

Konstantin PODDUBNYY, Igor VOZNIAK - German Research Center for Artificial Intelligence - DFKI


Your simulator looks real, but does It think real? - An argument for the necessity of cognitive decision-making aspects to simulate real-world complexity
Christopher Pohr | EDAG Engineering GmbH


A Multiphysical Tire-centered Procedure for Vehicle Digitalization in Outdoor Virtualized Scenarios

Andrea Sammartino | MegaRide

Lucas Spiegel, EDAG Engineering GmbH


Hybrid NVH Simulation with Real-World Data: Prototype-Free Validation on the Driving Simulator in the Zero Prototype Lab
Christopher PFEIFER, Martin Botor | EDAG Engineering GmbH


ProCue: Outcue the Competition

Dr. Craig BROWN | BrownSim Ltd.


AI-Driven Test Methodology for ADAS Systems: Integrating Open and Closed-Loop Simulations

Abdul Basit Khan | Automotive Artificial Intelligence (AAI) GmbH


Advancing Functional Safety through Simulation — Objective Controllability Assessment and Use Cases of the Zero Prototype Lab

Christoph Hahn | EDAG Engineering GmbH


Determination of Functional Limits for Autonomous Driving Functions

Dr. Daniel Ulmer | Steinbeis Interagierende Systeme GmbH


Toward Virtual Homologation of ADAS Functions

Timofey Yugov,  Ansys Germany GmbH

Jakub Bugar | Digiteq Automotive s.r.o.


Further presentations to be announced.









SPONSORS & EXHIBITORS

Who Should Attend

The event is aimed at decision makers and experts from idustry and academia in the fields of virtual driving simulation, driving dynamics, ADAS, autonomous driving, and automated mobility systems.

LOCATION

EDAG Zero Prototype Lab

Birnbaumstücke 5

38448 Wolfsburg
Germany

TICKETS

Your ticket for the 11th Symposium Driving Simulation includes:


  • Full access to all presentations, expert talks and workshops
  • Entry to the technology exhibition and networking area
  • Entry to the EDAG Zero Prototype Lab and individual Driving Simulator Experiences
  • Complimentary catering throughout the days
  • Access to event documentation


Experience two days of knowledge-sharing, innovation, and community in the field of Driving Simulation for ADAS, AD and Driving Dynamics!


FEE Before September 26, 2025 After September 26, 2025
ASCS Member 350 € 450 €
ASCS Academic Member 150 € 200 €
Regular (non-member) 590 € 690 €
Regular Academic (non-member) 250 € 300 €

all prices +VAT

The academic fee applies to employees and students of universities, universities of applied sciences, research institutions, and non-profit organizations.



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Would you like to present your cutting-edge technology or research to our audience and connect with potential partners and clients? Our exhibition area offers the ideal platform to showcase your research activities, solutions, products, or services to an engaged and forward-thinking crowd.


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