Answers to frequently asked questions
FAQ
IAA MOBILITY 2023 will be held at two locations in Munich, and its overall concept is geared toward its target groups. It is an exhibition, a pioneering mobility platform, and a forum for dialogue all at once:
- At the IAA Summit and IAA Conference at the convention center, trade visitors and experts (B2B) from around the world will discuss innovative mobility solutions and innovations from around the globe.
- In Open Space, the most beautiful locations in Munich’s city center will become forums for discussing mobility concepts of the future, and stages for presenting technological innovations in person (B2C).
IAA MOBILITY consists of two event areas with different time frames: The Open Space in downtown Munich will be accessible to the general public free of charge from September 5-10, 2023 (Tuesday to Sunday).
The IAA Summit (including IAA Conference) is solely geared toward trade visitors, who must pay for admission. This B2B event will take place at the Messe München on weekdays from September 5-8, 2023.
The press day at the IAA Summit on Monday, September 4, 2023 is solely accessible to accredited media representatives.
The Open Space (September 5-10, 2023) will be open from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. On Sunday, September 10, the Open Space will only be open until 5:00 p.m. Evening events by the exhibitors themselves in the Open Space will have to be over by 10:00 p.m.
The IAA Summit (September 5-8, 2023) will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (hours of operation).
The hours for journalists at the IAA MOBILITY press day (September 4) will be from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
The organizer reserves the right to change these hours as needed, including during IAA MOBILITY 2023 itself.
IAA MOBILITY 2023 is organized by the Verband der Automobilindustrie e. V. (VDA) and in cooperation with Messe München GmbH.
IAA Open Space makes it possible to experience the future of mobility in the heart of Munich. The exhibitors mainly focus on concepts and services for new and sustainable forms of mobility, and every vehicle and mobility presentation focuses on low-emission or emission-free solutions. IAA MOBILITY thus expands its visitors’ ideas of what is possible while creating a positive image of innovative future mobility. Every IAA MOBILITY event in the city center is free to visit. IAA MOBILITY is a pioneering concept that brings the mobility of tomorrow directly to where it will be experienced: the heart of the city. Exhibitors get the opportunity to meet with their customers, users, and brand ambassadors in the most well-known squares in downtown Munich. Unlike more conventional brand displays, the exhibitors will make greater use of dialogue and entertainment to draw the public in. Structures are designed with the city in mind and seek to blend in as much as possible with the urban surroundings. The mobility solutions presented will also be available to try out on site, from automobiles to e-scooters and e-bikes.
The Open Space will be open from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on September 5-9, 2023. On Sunday, September 10, the IAA Open Space will be open until 5:00 p.m.
Set-up in the Open Space will commence on August 31, 2023, at 6:00 a.m. Set-up will be possible daily from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Set-up will begin earlier in certain areas. All exhibition stands in the Open Space must be completely constructed by 10:00 p.m. on September 4, 2023.
You can get to IAA MOBILITY 2023 Open Space in Munich City Center
- by public transport via central subway (U-Bahn), suburban train (S-Bahn) and tram. Exits will be possible at the main train station Munich and other stations such as Marienplatz, Königsplatz, Odeonsplatz, Königsplatz and Stiglmaierplatz. From there you can reach the Open Space area within 10-20 minutes on foot.
- by car via multiple highways connected by the A99 and the ring B2R: A8, A9, A92, A94, A96, A995 and A95.
- From the airport by suburban rail lines S1 and S8 or Lufthansa Express Bus.
- Parking is possible in IAA Parking areas (Messe München P9 - P12, Allianz Arena and Parkharfe Olympiapark), as well as at public park-and-ride lots (especially recommendable: P+R Messestadt Ost and P+R Heimeranplatz) and in public parking garages.
- Local signs will guide you via “IAA Innenstadt”
Only IAA MOBILITY 2023 Summit tickets include a public transportation ticket.
Disassembly will be finished by 10:00 p.m. on September 13, 2023. Some areas will be cleared out earlier. Disassembly will be possible daily from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
The Open Space will be accessible and free of charge for all persons in the public squares. However, this is subject to change at any time depending on the event.
Open Space exhibitors are required to make up for any emissions stemming from their presence at the event, including unavoidable emissions, by supporting climate protection projects (GoGreen). In addition to this being an obligation at the Open Space, we recommend that all Summit presenters also participate in the GoGreen initiative.
Not currently. Should this change, further information will be provided at a later time.
The comprehensive IAA MOBILITY 2023 security plan is being created in close cooperation with the security authorities of the City of Munich. External circumstances may necessitate last-minute adjustments at any time.
The event grounds will be supervised and secured outside of the event hours.
Authorities and the organizer are reasonably prepared for the expected visitor traffic. Concepts that have been proven to work in the past (such as for Oktoberfest or the “bauma” trade fair) will be utilized and adapted accordingly.
Visitor traffic at the exhibitor stands will also be coordinated, and safe crowd management will be conducted at each stand when necessary.
Yes, a sanitation plan is currently being developed.
Disposal of the waste generated during set-up/disassembly and for the entire duration of the event will be centrally coordinated, and organized by the service partners of Messe München.
Visitors to the IAA Open Space will be able to use the city’s public parking. However, we recommend arriving by public transport.
The Citizens Lab is a free dialogue platform and is a part of IAA MOBILITY 2023. It consists of the Dialogue Arena (the stage in the Citizens Lab), a workshop area, exhibition areas, and common spaces.
The goal is to bring people together at Marienplatz in Munich and facilitate an open, solution-oriented dialogue on the most important issues concerning “mobility of the future”. The Citizens Lab provides a platform for the wide range of innovations, products, and discussions pertaining to the question of how climate-friendly mobility between the city and the country can be facilitated.
The Citizens Lab is not an expert event. The open-format dialogues and audience inclusion cover technological and social matters equally.
The general public speaks with representatives from business, science, policy, and civil society on the future of mobility in entertaining discussions. Every mode of transportation has an impact on climate protection and climate resilience, urban development, social integration, energy acquisition, and resource conservation. The Citizens Lab is a place where all stakeholders are invited to discuss these issues peacefully, on equal footing, and with an interest in what others have to say. All topics and questions are based solely on current scientific knowledge.
The Citizens Lab is a free service for the general public, as well as city stakeholders and anyone visiting IAA MOBILITY to actively and constructively engage in this dialogue for the future.
You can get involved in the Citizens Lab in the following ways:
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Involvement in the form of your own session in the Dialogue Arena
Are you passionate about a mobility- or sustainability-related topic and you want to present it on a public stage in the heart of Munich? Then send us your idea by May 15, 2023. -
Signing up for a workshop
The general public, and all IAA MOBILITY visitors, can take part in one of the many workshops in the Citizens Lab and work on specific topics in groups of up to 20 people. Full schedule details and registration will be posted on the IAA MOBILY website in June 2023. -
Visiting a session
The Citizens Lab will host many participative activities and sessions that invite you to get involved. The Citizens Lab is a place of fair and respectful discussion, and speakers on stage will always address the audience on an equal footing.
Please contact Diana Eberl, Project Manager IAA MOBILITY Citizens Lab,[email protected].
The Citizens Lab of IAA MOBILITY 2023 will be organized by the VDA in cooperation with Messe München.
Schedule details will be posted on the IAA MOBILITY website in June 2023.
Yes, you must register in order to attend the free workshops. The schedule details and registration will be posted on the IAA MOBILITY website in June 2023.
Visiting the Citizens Lab, as well as its sessions and workshops, is free.
IAA Summit
The Summit is the core of IAA MOBILITY and the ideal platform for companies as innovators in the mobility industry. With the slogan, “Mobility meets professionals,” IAA MOBILITY 2023 offers its trade visitors at the Messe München a range of formats, including press conferences and a multi-day conference schedule in the form of the IAA Conference, a start-up area, and various networking elements. The Summit is geared toward industry representatives from all parts of the mobility sector, and is the ideal platform for following the latest expert discussions on mobility and making new contacts.
The IAA Summit, including the IAA Conference, is aimed exclusively at trade visitors and is subject to a fee. This B2B event will take place at the Munich Exhibition Center on weekdays from September 5 – 8, 2023 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
IAA MOBILITY 2023 will include the following testing and demonstration opportunities:
- Emission-free cars will be available at various starting points for test drives in the IAA Open Space and IAA Summit.
- Bicycles, e-bikes, cargo bikes, and scooters can be tested under real road conditions on an enclosed track at the Cycling & Micromobility Parcours (IAA Summit).
- Bicycles and e-bikes without a plate requirement can be tested on the Cycling Test Track in the English Garden (IAA Open Space) on two different, long tracks. These will be issued at participating exhibitors’ stands in the Hofgarten and on Ludwigstraße.
- The shuttle bus lets IAA visitors experience the latest bus innovations as passengers. Multiple stops in the IAA Open Space and one stop in the IAA Summit connect the different IAA locations.
- Please note that admission to the IAA Summit is limited to trade visitors and a ticket is required.
- Trailblazing mobility innovations will be on display in the “Future Innovation Use Cases”. Innovations from the fields of charging infrastructure, assistant systems and sensor technology, 5G connectivity, autonomous driving, and much more will be presented at various locations in the IAA Open Space and IAA Summit.
All information on IAA MOBILITY trade visitor tickets and prices can be found here
Yes, trade visitor tickets can also be purchased at the West entrance. Please pay cash-free.
All IAA Summit tickets include public transport (Zone M-6) on the day of the visit.
Yes, but you must purchase a trade visitor ticket to visit the IAA Summit. Ticket prices can be found here.
The Parkhaus West is available for parking at the IAA Summit.
An overview of all catering options and services on site can be found here.
Access Control / Baggage
- Visitors are only allowed to bring bags up to a maximum size of DIN A4 to the event.
- Larger pieces of baggage must be deposited at the cloakrooms at the entrances.
- Baggage checks take place before the turnstiles.
- Exceptions are defined for exhibitors/suppliers (wristband solution).
- For security reasons, bringing prohibited items is prohibited. View the list.
As part of the IAA Summit, the IAA Conference will also be held from September 5-8, 2023.
No, a Summit ticket or Press ticket gives you access to every Conference event.
The IAA Conference will host numerous presentations and roundtable discussions about the core issues of future global mobility on three stages and two dialogue areas. With over 500 visionaries and decision-makers on three stages, these topics will be presented to a massive global audience. This makes the conference format the ideal platform for thought leaders.
The program, with various international and visionary speakers from the areas of policy, society, and business, makes the IAA Conference a trailblazing platform for global mobility as a whole.
The IAA Conference covers the full spectrum of mobility, divided into 8 thematic tracks: Connected Mobility, Sustainable Mobility & Circular Economy, Data & Next Level User Experience, Smart City Infrastructure & Developing Liveable Spaces, Autonomous Mobility, Urban & Rural Mobility
Renowned speakers and major decision-makers will discuss innovative concepts and conditions for future mobility.
IAA MOBILITY 2023 is a live event. In order to experience the mobility of the future, you should plan to visit in person. You should also follow IAA MOBILITY on social media.
IAA Experience is the interactive part of IAA MOBILITY 2023, allowing visitors to test and experience the latest in climate-neutral mobility. This includes a wide range of modes of transportation, including cars, bicycles, e-bikes, cargo bikes, scooters, and even buses. Various starting points and test tracks at the IAA Open Space and IAA Summit are available to visitors for this purpose.
IAA MOBILITY 2023 will include the following testing and demonstration opportunities:
- Emission-free cars will be available at various starting points for test drives in the IAA Open Space and IAA Summit.
- Bicycles, e-bikes, cargo bikes, and scooters can be tested under real road conditions on an enclosed track at the Cycling & Micromobility Parcours (IAA Summit).
- Bicycles and e-bikes without a plate requirement can be tested on the Cycling Test Track in the English Garden (IAA Open Space) on two different, long tracks. These will be issued at participating exhibitors’ stands in the Hofgarten and on Ludwigstraße.
- The shuttle bus lets IAA visitors experience the latest bus innovations as passengers. Multiple stops in the IAA Open Space and one stop in the IAA Summit connect the different IAA locations.
- Please note that admission to the IAA Summit is limited to trade visitors and a ticket is required.
- Trailblazing mobility innovations will be on display in the “Future Innovation Use Cases”. Innovations from the fields of charging infrastructure, assistant systems and sensor technology, 5G connectivity, autonomous driving, and much more will be presented at various locations in the IAA Open Space and IAA Summit.
You can find a list of all registered exhibitors/brands/vehicle models in the official IAA MOBILITY app.
Test Drives departure points in the IAA Open Space:
- Apothekenhof – Mercedes Benz
- Galeriestraße – BYD, Cupra, Lotus, Polestar, Volkswagen
- Königsplatz – Ford, Honda, Lucid, Volta Trucks, Xpeng
- Ludwigstraße/Schönfeldstraße – holoride, Smart
- Max-Joseph-Platz - BMW
- Wittelsbacher Platz – Audi, Porsche
Test Drives departure point at IAA Summit:
- Halle C2 – Hesai, Luminar, Mahle, MicroVision, Mobileye, Volkswagen, XEV, Xpeng
Please go to our official IAA MOBILITY app to learn more about the test drives. Some participating exhibitors have provided a link to their respective booking tools in their vehicle entries that will allow you to reserve your test drives in advance.
You can also sign up for test drives on site at the starting points.
You must reserve a drive or sign up for one at the starting points. Before the drive, the exhibitor will check whether you have the appropriate license and whether you are fit to drive.
Please note that the exhibitors are responsible for ensuring whether certain vehicle models meet other requirements, such as a minimum driver age, etc.
Visitors must also sign a liability waiver before the test drive. The exhibitor is responsible for the contents of this liability waiver.
All test drives are conducted in the accompaniment of trained exhibitor staff.
You will be able to sign up for a test drive on site at the desired exhibitor’s stand.
This is up to the respective exhibitor. Please contact them as soon as possible.
No, anyone doing a test drive must be accompanied by trained exhibitor staff. The staff will train you in the use of the vehicle, provide you with additional information about the vehicle, and provide support and assistance with any questions you may have.
You are allowed to take other persons with you on the test drive. Please note that all drives are conducted in the accompaniment of trained exhibitor staff, and you must adhere to the maximum number of seats in the respective vehicle model.
Please ask the respective exhibitor whether car seats are available or if you are able to place your own car seat in the vehicle.
Please ask the respective exhibitor whether car seats are available or if you are able to place your own car seat in the vehicle.
The length and route of the respective drive are up to the exhibitor. Depending on traffic, the routes and durations may change at the last minute.
Liability is addressed in the exhibitor’s liability waiver that you must sign before the test drive. Please find all information in this waiver and direct any questions to the respective exhibitor staff.
The test drives are free for everyone.
Please ask the respective exhibitor whether persons with disabilities are able to conduct a test drive in the respective vehicle model.
Test drives at the IAA Summit are available during the regular hours of operation (September 5-8, 2023, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.).
Test drives at the IAA Open Space are available during the regular hours of operation. These are:
September 5-9, 2023, 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
September 10, 2023, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
You will find a list of all registered exhibitors/brands/vehicle models in the official IAA MOBILITY app.
The course is located in Hall A3 at the IAA Summit and covers an area of 850m²
You require a valid IAA Summit ticket to gain access to the track. You can sign up for a test ride on site at the respective exhibitor’s stand.
You require a valid IAA Summit ticket to gain access to the track. You can sign up for a test ride on site at the respective exhibitor’s stand. The respective exhibitor will determine whether you are fit to ride before you are allowed onto the track.
Please note that the exhibitors are responsible for ensuring whether certain vehicle models meet other requirements, such as a minimum rider age, etc.
Visitors must also sign a liability waiver before the test ride. The exhibitor is responsible for the contents of this liability waiver.
The track operator will recommend and provide a helmet for all visitors. Visitors must also sign a declaration of their awareness of the risks of using the track before commencing the test ride.
Liability is addressed in the exhibitor’s liability waiver that you must sign before the test ride. Please find all information in this waiver and direct any questions to the respective exhibitor staff.
The test rides are free for everyone.
Please ask the respective exhibitor whether persons with disabilities are able to conduct a test ride in the respective vehicle model.
Test drives at the IAA Summit are available during the regular hours of operation (September 5-8, 2023, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.).
You will find a list of all registered exhibitors/brands/vehicle models in the official IAA MOBILITY app. Please contact the respective exhibitor for information on the vehicle models available for test rides.
The Cycling Test Track is located in the English Garden. The entrance and return path are marked at Hofgartenstraße and Veterinärstraße.
The Cycling Test Track has two different tracks. The short track is about 0.86 miles, and the long track is about 2.36 miles.
You can sign up at the cycling exhibitors’ stands. These are mainly located on Hofgartenstraße and Ludwigstraße.
Sign up on site at the registered cycling exhibitors’ stands. The respective exhibitor will determine whether you are fit to ride before you commence your test ride.
Please note that the exhibitors are responsible for ensuring whether certain vehicle models meet other requirements, such as a minimum rider age, etc.
This is up to the respective exhibitor. Most exhibitors offer free helmets for test rides.
The test rides on the Cycling Test Track are free for everyone.
Please ask the respective exhibitor whether persons with disabilities are able to go on a test ride with the respective vehicle model
The Cycling Test Track can be used during the normal hours of the IAA Open Space. These are:
September 5-9, 2023, 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
September 10, 2023, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Yes, the shuttle bus is free. Please note that you require an IAA Summit ticket to gain admission to the IAA Summit.
The shuttle bus route connects the IAA Open Space with the IAA Summit and is approx. 11km long. The stops at the IAA Summit are located at the West Entrance and North Entrance. The bus stop at the IAA Open Space is located at Gabelsbergerstraße.
Yes, persons with disabilities can use the shuttle bus.
Yes, dogs are allowed on the shuttle bus. Please note that the dog may be required to wear a muzzle.
The shuttle bus will run during the regular opening hours of the IAA Summit. These are:
05.09.2023 - 08.09.2023, 09:00 - 18:00 each day.
You can find all the registered exhibitors/brands/products in the official IAA MOBILITY app.
The individual use cases will be located at the IAA Summit and IAA Open Space. You can learn more about the exact locations of the individual use cases in the official IAA MOBILITY app.
You require a valid IAA Summit ticket for all use cases at the IAA Summit. Use cases in the IAA Open Space are accessible for free. You can sign up for the demonstrations on site at the respective exhibitors’ stands.
When will the use cases be demonstrated?
The use cases at the IAA Summit will be shown during the normal hours. These are:
September 5-8, 2023, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
The use cases at the IAA Open Space will be shown during the normal hours. These are:
September 5-9, 2023, 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
September 10, 2023, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
The use cases at the IAA Summit will be shown during the normal hours. These are:
September 5-8, 2023, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
The use cases at the IAA Open Space will be shown during the normal hours. These are:
September 5-9, 2023, 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
September 10, 2023, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Visitors to the IAA Summit can park at the Parkhaus West.
Visitors to the IAA Open Space can use the city’s public parking.
Private visitors will be able to use public charging stations at the IAA Summit in the Parkhaus West as well as throughout the city. Please also refer to the charging station map provided by the Bundesnetzagentur..
The Blue Lane debuted at IAA MOBILITY 2021 as a joint project with the Bayrisches Staatsministerium für Wohnen, Bau und Verkehr and Autobahn GmbH, and in close cooperation with the municipal authorities. It was the first traffic experiment in Germany to test a temporary environmental lane. It was implemented for the 7-day duration of IAA MOBILITY on a segment of the A 94 between the interchanges München – Am Moosfeld and the end of the city highway, on the subsequent short city roadway until Mittlerer Ring, and in the opposite direction as well. Scientists were monitoring the project and evaluated the results. The objective was to reduce traffic congestion by forming carpools or using public transport. Only low-emission vehicles or vehicles with at least three occupants were allowed to use this special lane.
