dSPACE is the world's leading provider of simulation and validation solutions for developing connected, autonomous, and electrically powered vehicles. The company's end-to-end solutions are used in particular by automotive manufacturers and their suppliers to test software and hardware components of new vehicles long before a new model hits the road. Our portfolio ranges from end-to-end simulation and validation solutions to engineering and consulting services, training, and support.

Information centre for the transformation of the automotive sector in Baden-Württemberg

Creating orientation in the changing automotive industry

Transformationswissen BW is the information centre for the transformation of the automotive sector in Baden-Württemberg. It is the central point of contact for small and medium-sized companies (SMEs) in Baden-Württemberg that need guidance in the transformation. The focus is on practical information, in-depth knowledge and specific support services relating to the change drivers of digitalisation and electrification.

Fit for the future - SMEs in transition

The programme is aimed at SMEs from the motor vehicle trade and the supplier industry. They can contact the team at the information centre at any time with their questions. In addition, existing offers for qualification, knowledge, advice and funding information are clearly bundled on the website. The services on digitalisation and software, hydrogen technologies and electromobility support companies in driving forward their technological and strategic development:

• Knowledge transfer
• Qualification
• Funding and advice information
• Networking

The Information centre for the transformation of the automotive sector in Baden-Württemberg was set up in 2020 as part of the Strategic Dialogue for the Automotive Sector in Baden-Württemberg. Since then, it has been coordinated by e-mobil BW GmbH, the State Agency for New Mobility Solutions and Automotive Baden-Württemberg.

H2ICE is a cutting-edge technology cluster that brings together Italy’s leading automotive companies to develop highly efficient hydrogen-fueled internal combustion engines.

Leveraging the vast technological expertise of Turin — one of Europe’s capitals of internal combustion engine innovation — the cluster unites industry leaders, research centers, and top universities to drive the future of sustainable mobility.

The ILM is an institute of the Innovation Alliance Baden-Württemberg. It transfers findings from applied research into practice. To this end, it works on publicly funded projects and direct R&D contracts, often in collaboration with companies. Its core competencies lie in the areas of "biomedical optics," "optical simulation and micro-optics," and "optical metrology and sensor technology." These are widely used in various business fields.

The InnovationCampus Future Mobility (ICM) is the joint research platform of the University of Stuttgart and the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), pursuing a vision of sustainable and emission-free mobility. The partners are combining their expertise in research and innovation to quickly and flexibly develop new technologies, test new approaches, and create the basis for innovations. The research focuses on the fields of Manufacturing Systems, Mobility Technologies, and Software-System-Architectures.

Kistler is the global market leader for dynamic pressure, force, torque and acceleration measurement technology. Customers benefit from Kistler's experience as a development partner and its unique sensor technology, enabling them to optimize their products and processes so as to secure sustainable competitive edge.

KS ENGINEERS combine knowledge in the fields of mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, electronics, modelling, simulation, control as well as information technology to supply test benches for the automotive and industrial engine industries.

We can claim technological leadership with regard to dynamics and precision of control. About 600 employees put into practice more than 40 years of experience and continuous R&D.

KS ENGINEERS offer perfectly customised high-end solutions in the fields of E-Mobility and combustion-engined technology for engine, drivetrain, component and complete vehicle testing.

Our services:

• Test system KS-R2R Road to Rig for powertrain optimization in complete vehicles
• Chassis dynamometers
• Drivetrain test rigs KS-R2R Road to Rig
• Engine and gearbox test benches
• Hybrid and electric drive testing equipment
• Battery test benches
• Test rigs for components of engines and drivetrains, e.g. balancing shafts, clutch, starter generator, pumps, vibration dampers, brakes, etc.
• Components for test systems like automation system, frequency converters, battery simulators and testers, conditioning devices for all media etc.
• Planning and consultancy for complete projects comprising testing equipment and infrastructure
• Testing Services

The Rennteam Uni Stuttgart e.V. is a Formula Student Team of the University of Stuttgart, which is dedicated to the development, designing and building of an innovative electric racing car. Since recently, the racing team has focussed exclusively on an electric powertrain, with the aim of developing a new electric Formula Student car every year. With this racing car, the Rennteam competes against other Formula Student teams at international competitions during the summer months. At these competitions, the prototype is tested for various requirements in a wide range of disciplines.
The 50 members of the Rennteam have their passion and burning enthusiasm for motorsport in common. The motivated students start the season and begin development in October, going through various phases until the season draws to a close in September.

From pacemakers to vehicles and energy systems to factories: Mechanical engineering in Stuttgart combines the know-how to develop, design, build and (autonomously) control a wide variety of machines and sustainable, socio-technical systems. By socio-technical systems we mean the interaction of people and machines, i.e. complex and usually adaptable systems with people at the core, who interact with technical components. Through our networks and diversity, we advance interdisciplinary research in a wide range of fields and develop innovative, future-proof technological solutions for society, business and industry.

Wir setzen Standards. Wir qualifizieren praxisgerecht.
Die deutschen Automobilhersteller und ihre Zulieferer verfügen seit dem 1. August 1997 über das Qualitäts Management Center (QMC). Das QMC ist beim Verband der Automobilindustrie e. V. (VDA) im Geschäftsbereich von Herrn Jürgen Mindel unter der Leitung von Herrn Heinz Günter Plegniere angesiedelt.

Die Aufgaben und Leistungen des QMC sind so vielfältig, wie die Fragestellungen, mit denen wir uns tagtäglich im Qualitätsmanagement der Automobilindustrie beschäftigen. Das Spektrum reicht von der Entwicklung von Systemen und Methoden bis hin zur Gestaltung der Zukunft von Qualitätsmanagementsystemen in der Automobilindustrie

Die Zukunft des Qualitätsmanagements
Im VDA befassen sich die Mitglieder in zahlreichen Gremien mit allen wichtigen Fragen der Branche. 
Das Qualitätsmanagement wird im VDA durch den Qualitätsmanagement-Ausschuss (QMA) repräsentiert.
Alle in Deutschland produzierenden Automobilhersteller sowie eine repräsentative Auswahl von Automobilzulieferern sind durch ihre QM-Leitung sowie der VDA durch seine Geschäftsführung im QMA vertreten.
Vom QMA aus werden die Entwicklungen des Qualitätsgeschehens der Automobilindustrie gesteuert.
Das Qualitäts Management Center (QMC) operationalisiert alle Beschlüsse, die im QMA getroffen werden, u. a. durch Organisation der Projektgruppen und Veröffentlichung der QM-Standards als Arbeitsergebnis.

VDI Württembergischer Ingenieurverein e.V. (WIV)
With over 13,000 members, the Württembergischer Ingenieurverein (WIV) is the largest district association in the VDI - the Association of German Engineers. As a regional representative, the WIV supports the VDI members in Württemberg and networks all personal and supporting members with their place of residence or business in the region.

Committed locally - networked in many ways
The WIV is divided into six district groups and numerous specialist working groups. This strong network offers a wide range of activities: Specialist lectures, discussion rounds, seminars and technical excursions. The focus is on exchanging knowledge and discussing current technical and professional policy issues.

Shaping together - active participation
A central concern of the WIV is the promotion of personal exchange and professional networking. Every member has the opportunity to play an active role and help shape the future of the VDI.

Our home - the VDI House in Stuttgart-Vaihingen
The WIV office is located in the VDI House in Stuttgart-Vaihingen - a place for dialogue, organization and meetings of the engineering world in the region.