Smart practices in sustainable noise control

Acoustics and NVH are amongst the prime indicators of vehicle quality and refinement. They hence enjoy an increasing focus in automotive research and development, at a time of fundamental changes in powertrain configurations. Vehicle architectures, powertrain systems and design paradigms have been globally challenged in recent years by emissions legislation aimed at promoting energy-efficient vehicles. In the very near future, the same or even higher NVH performance levels will need to be achieved with lightweight structures, downsized and turbocharged engines, or even alternative powertrains. The international Automotive Acoustics Conference provides an essential global forum for the exchange of information.

The international Automotive Acoustics Conference is a biennial global forum for the exchange of information and networking among engineers engaged in further improving the NVH characteristics of passenger cars and commercial vehicles. The principal themes of the conference explore the technological innovations as well as the market and regulatory demands that are driving the state of the art in the automotive industry. Furthermore, the conference caters to the needs of researchers and developers alike by addressing growing expectations with regard to vehicle performance and sustainability. It also touches upon the particular challenge that developments in one area of the car often also affect its acoustic characteristics – especially as perceived by the end user.

As the increasing electrification of mobility continues to reshape the acoustic landscape in the automotive industry, high standards for noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) remain critical to vehicle quality and refinement. In this context, sustainable and smart noise control solutions are key to enhancing the NVH performance of both passenger cars and commercial vehicles while minimizing their environmental impact.

The 8th Automotive Acoustics Conference will cover the latest developments in this area and provide a comprehensive snapshot of global advancements in acoustics and NVH. This year’s program features 28 presentations from industry leaders, including keynote lectures by Volvo, Audi, and Stellantis. Topics range from NVH strategies for electric vehicles to cutting-edge materials and simulation techniques. In specialized parallel sessions led by acoustics experts, participants will be able to delve deeper into selected aspects of their choice.

For the first time, our leading global conference in the field of automotive acoustics will take place at the Bodenseeforum in Constance, Germany. The hybrid format of the 2025 edition once again allows participants worldwide to attend virtually.

We look forward to meeting you in Constance or online on July 8 and 9, 2025!

On behalf of the Scientific Advisory Board

Dr. Davide Caprioli     Dr. Alexander Heintzel