For many years, the Stuttgart International Symposium on Automotive and Engine Technology has been one of the largest specialist congresses on automotive and powertrain development in Europe and one of the most important industry meetings in the automotive industry. Experts and managers from industry and research come together to discuss the latest developments and current research findings.

In 2025, the Symposium on the topic "Automotive Vision: Design, Technology and Sustainability" takes place at the Haus der Wirtschaft in Stuttgart on 2 and 3 July 2025. The 2025 Symposium includes numerous scientific presentations, some of those are peer-reviewed by SAE. The papers are presented in several parallel sessions, accompanied by an exhibition, expert pitches, keynote speeches by executives from the automotive industry and a panel discussion on the topic "How can the German automotive industry succeed in global competition?". In addition, the conference accompanied by an exhibition. Other highlights include business speed dating, the numerous opportunities to networking, and the evening event in the heart of Stuttgart.

The contributions of the symposium are published in a conference volume by Springer. Papers that are peer-reviewed by SAE will be published through the organisation.