SAE International World Congress Experience (WCX)
Apr 14, 2026 to Apr 16, 2026
Detroit, MI
United States
Overview
The SAE International World Congress Experience (WCX™) is an annual event where industry experts discuss the present and future of mobility technology and regulations affecting government, industry and the public. WCX attendees will discuss a variety of mobility topics spanning smart cities, low-carbon vehicles, automated driving systems and more.
Southwest Research Institute experts will present publications, demonstrate projects and speak as panelists and moderators on a variety of topics. SwRI staff also helped organize several technical, expert-led sessions, or served as chairpersons during their planning.
- View a full list of searchable SAE technical sessions, presentations, projects, and panel discussions here.
- Search “Southwest Research Institute” for a list of SwRI participation.
- Technical Sessions
Panel Discussions
This year, SwRI panel speakers and moderators will include:
- Vic Murray, SwRI, Powertrain Engineering Division: “Digital Transformation: Cybersecurity in the Connected Vehicle World.”
- April 14, 2026, 2:15 PM-3:30 PM EST (Main Stage)
- Christopher Sharp, SwRI, Powertrain Engineering Division: “PFL200/300/400 Technical Panel: A Year in Review on Emissions, Fuels, and Propulsion”
- April 15, 2026, 8:45 AM-11:15 AM EST
- Christopher Sharp, , SwRI, Powertrain Engineering Division: “PFL 440: Technical Panel: Evolution and Challenges in Emissions Measurement and Testing” (Co-Organizer: Svitlana Koll, SwRI).
- April 15, 2026, 1:00 PM-2:30 PM EST