Early Bird offer ends September 5th –
The Automotive Wire Harness & Electrical Distribution Systems (EDS) Conference will return to Dearborn, Michigan, on October 20-21, 2026, bringing together engineers, OEMs, suppliers, and technology providers focused on the future of automotive electrical architecture.
Now in its fifth U.S. edition, the conference has established itself as one of North America’s premier events dedicated specifically to automotive wiring harnesses and electrical distribution systems. The two-day program provides attendees with technical presentations, panel discussions, networking opportunities, and an exhibition featuring companies serving the wire harness and EDS sectors.
The 2026 event will once again be held at The Henry Hotel in Dearborn, located just outside Detroit and in close proximity to many of the automotive industry’s leading manufacturers and suppliers.
According to conference organizers, the 2025 gathering attracted representatives from major OEMs including Ford, General Motors, Hyundai, Honda, Mercedes-Benz, and Stellantis, highlighting the growing importance of wiring systems as vehicles continue evolving toward electrification and software-defined architectures.
Topics expected to be addressed include emerging E/E architecture trends, zonal vehicle architectures, wiring harness design and manufacturing, automation, quality and reliability, high-voltage systems, connector technologies, and innovations that support next-generation mobility solutions.
The conference is designed for professionals involved throughout the automotive electrical ecosystem, including OEM engineers, Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers, wire harness developers, manufacturing specialists, high-voltage experts, and providers of enabling technologies.
In addition to the technical program, attendees will have opportunities to connect with industry peers, exchange ideas, and explore new technologies through the accompanying exhibition and networking events.
Early registration discounts are available, with organizers offering savings for attendees who register before the published early-bird deadline.
Additional information, registration details, and conference updates are available at www.eds-conference.com.
Event Details
What: Automotive Wire Harness & EDS Conference 2026
When: October 20-21, 2026
Where: The Henry Hotel, 300 Town Center Drive, Dearborn, Michigan
Website: www.eds-conference.com