Laurent Nicolas is UX&HMI Senior Fellow at Stellantis and Head of the French UX cross-functional platform. With a double background in engineering (product design) and human factors and ergonomics (PhD), Laurent has over 25 years of experience in driving innovation and developing automotive user experiences through the design of automotive cockpits, driving assistances, infotainment systems, and embedded features.
Keynote
Monday, June 16
08:35 am - 09:00 am
Live in Berlin
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The transformation of automotive cockpits reflects a shift from analog controls to immersive digital environments. Advancements in display technologies, virtualization, and human-machine interfaces have redefined driver and passenger experiences. Stellantis exemplifies this evolution through its integration of virtual cockpits and AI-driven platforms, setting new standards in automotive innovation.
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Panel Discussion
Monday, June 16
06:30 pm - 07:15 pm
Live in Berlin
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Adaptive AI Assistants: How can AI personalize interactions based on driver behavior, preferences, and situational awareness?
Affective Intelligence & Personalization: What role should AI emotion and activity recognition play in dynamically adapting music, lighting, navigation cues, or conversational tone?
Multimodal Interfaces: What are the best approaches to integrating voice, gestures, and touch for seamless and efficient communication?
Trust & Safety: How can AI-driven HMI enhance user trust while minimizing cognitive load and driving distractions?
Specialized Vehicles & Global Perspectives: How can AI adapt to different vehicle types, regulatory environments, and cultural expectations?
Simulation & Predictive UX: What role does AI play in optimizing real-time user experience, predictive assistance, and proactive safety interventions?