Mobility Experts at CES 2026: A Sample Itinerary
December 22, 2025
- Author: CTA Staff
Experience the entire mobility network at CES® 2026 — from passenger and self-driving cars to construction, agriculture, marine tech, industrial and advanced air travel. Plus, building on a successful debut at CES 2025, the Mobility Stage, presented by Bosch is shifting into high gear, moving to a prime spot in the LVCC West Hall to welcome even more attendees. Here's your day-by-day guide to navigating the future of advanced mobility and vehicle tech.
Monday: Plan Your Week
Use Monday to get organized and plan your CES experience. Download the CES app, presented by Panasonic, to build your personal agenda by bookmarking must-see sessions and flagging key exhibitors you want to visit.
These tracks are included in your registration:
The New American Highway: Building the Autonomy Ecosystem
Mobility Stage presented by Bosch: Featuring 20 sessions, industry leaders will highlight groundbreaking innovations driving the future of transportation.
Cinemo: Smart Home Meets Smart Vehicles – Building a Unified Ecosystem
The CES 2026 show floor is where mobility comes alive — and there’s more to see than ever.
- Autonomous Vehicles: See hands-off, eyes-off driving tech in action.
- Mobility Startups: Meet the next wave of mobility disruptors bringing new ideas to market.
- Advanced Air Mobility: Explore eVTOLs, drones and air-taxi prototypes reshaping the skies.
- In-Vehicle Experiences: Get hands-on with software-defined vehicles, infotainment systems and connected cockpit tech.
- Live Outdoor Demos: See the future of transportation come to life in Diamond Lot and Central Plaza.
Evening Highlight
Tuesday: Mobility Comes Alive
Morning: The CES show floor opens at 10 AM but start your day early with the CTA State of the Industry Address and Siemens Keynote (8:30–10 AM, Venetian Level 5, Palazzo Ballroom). Siemens CEO Roland Busch will reveal how AI, digital twins and automation are driving a new era of AI — with huge implications for the future of transportation.
Get the full CES experience with a show floor tour. The Future of Mobility and Beyond tour highlights the latest advancements in transportation and vehicle technology at CES, featuring leading global automakers. It offers insights into mobility and vehicle technology, including EVs, autonomy, connected cars, ecosystem innovations, cutting-edge car audio systems, drone integration, renewable energy solutions and autonomous driving technology. It’s perfect for executives, technologists and strategists who want to see not just where mobility is going, but how it intersects with the future of everything. (LVCC, West Hall)
Afternoon: Catch sessions on the Connect2Car: Transforming the Mobility Experience full-day track (LVCC, $400). Mobility is no longer just about the car — it’s about the connected experience.
Note: If you have already registered, login with your CES account to add on this track.
Or head to the Research Summit for Is the Car of the Future Just Another Consumer Device?, presented by Omdia (2-2:40 PM, LVCC Level 2)
Then make your way to the Mobility Stage when John Krafcik of Rivian is presented with the 2026 Mobility Innovator Award for his contributions, followed by a discussion on the role of technology and innovation in mobility. (3:10-3:40 PM, LVCC Level 1)
Evening Highlight
Wednesday: To Infinity and Beyond
Morning: Start the day with Caterpillar CEO Joe Creed’s keynote (9–10 AM, Venetian Level 5, Palazzo Ballroom) as he unveils how the company is transforming from a traditional equipment manufacturer into a high-tech innovator.
Then head to the show floor or Diamond Lot for hands-on experiences with the latest vehicle tech.
Afternoon: Discover cutting-edge innovations in space technology and explore what's next for the final frontier in sessions on the Novaspace: Innovations in Space Technology - Looking to the Future half-day track. (LVCC, $250).
Note: If you have already registered, login with your CES account to add on this track.
On the Great Minds Stage (LVCC, West Level 2)
1 PM–1:40 PM |
The New American Highway: Building the Autonomy Ecosystem — The future of autonomy will be built by a network of innovators, partners and policymakers. Learn how this will deliver value, create new jobs and make roads safer. |
4–4:40 PM |
Driving Tomorrow: Democratizing the Future of Software Defined Vehicle Technology — Discover how software defined vehicles are evolving to reach more consumers. Ford will share how multi-used hardware and tailored solutions enable intelligent, personalized and AI-ready experiences. |
Evening Fun
Thursday: The Future of Transportation
Don’t miss CES 2026’s flagship program for anyone shaping the future of transportation, Vehicle Tech and Advanced Mobility (Full-Day Track, LVCC, $400).
Insider Tip: Add the deluxe conference pass to your registration for access to all 350+ sessions at CES 2026. Explore the full schedule at www.ces.tech/schedule/.
9–9:40 AM |
Fron Hands Off to Eyes Off: The Race to Level 4 Automation — Explore the road to Level 4 autonomy. Learn how companies are advancing tech, tackling challenges and gaining consumer trust in the future of self-driving vehicles. |
10–10:40 AM |
Vehicle Tech Investment Trends — Dive into how investors view the future of mobility and use M&A to bridge innovation gaps and accelerate market growth. |
11–11:40 AM |
Data Dollars: Unlocking New In-Vehicle Revenue Streams — Facing rising costs, manufacturers and suppliers turn to consumer data- unlocking new revenue streams and driving growth through data-driven strategies. |
1–1:40 PM |
Driven by AI: Smarter, Safer, Faster Vehicle Manufacturing — See how AI is streamlining vehicle design, boosting factory safety and optimizing supply chain, creating more efficient auto manufacturing. |
2–2:40 PM |
Getting Real About EVs — Battery and infrastructure experts share insights on building a solid EV strategy: tackling challenges, scaling smartly and preparing for an EV future. |
3–3:40 PM |
Smart Rides — Software-defined vehicles are transforming safety and personalization, using data to protect drivers and deliver tailored, next-gen driving experiences. |
4–4:40 PM |
The Future is Airborne — The latest on eVTOL and advanced air mobility. How are commercial uses taking flight and meeting certification and safety standards? |
Friday: Final Connections
Before you leave, make your final rounds in West Hall. Don’t miss visionary exhibitors like John Deere, Hyundai, Segway, Tensor, Waymo and more!
Bonus: Shark Tank, the five-time Emmy® Award–winning hit show that gives entrepreneurs their shot at the American Dream, is on the hunt for bold business owners and game-changing products. Think you’ve got what it takes to swim with the Sharks? Don’t miss your chance! Meet the casting team in person at CES during our open call on Friday. Numbered wristbands will be handed out from 9–11 AM, and only those with a wristband have the opportunity to pitch. (Venetian Expo)
Ready to see what the future of mobility and vehicle tech looks like? At CES, mobility innovation isn’t just on display — it’s being adopted. Whether you’re an executive, technologist or strategist, or exploring CES for the first time, this agenda is your front-row seat to the biggest breakthroughs shaping the mobility revolution at CES 2026.
