Focus on the future of electromobility: award winners honored at eMove360° Europe in Munich

This year's eMove360° Future Mobility Conference focused on the future of electromobility. In a festive ceremony, Burkhard Holder from VDE honored the award winners, who have made a significant contribution to the further development of the industry through their commitment and innovations. In his laudatory speech, Holder particularly emphasized the outstanding importance of the event as a “pioneering platform for electromobility” and highlighted the enormous challenges that lie ahead for the industry.

The transformation of mobility, the promotion of renewable energies and the expansion of storage technologies are crucial, but complex problems need to be overcome. The economic situation of many European companies is further exacerbating this process. “The economic situation of many companies in Europe is difficult,” explained Holder, pointing in particular to developments in the solar sector. Significant overcapacities can already be observed on the global market - a trend that could possibly also be seen in batteries and energy storage systems (ESS).

“There is not just one reason for the current market situation,” Holder continued. He warned against shifting responsibility for these challenges onto Chinese industrial policy alone: “That would be too short-sighted. In Germany in particular, we need to be self-critical and set the right course for the future.”

Holder expressed his special thanks and appreciation to Robert Metzger, the founder and visionary behind eMove360°. With tireless passion and tenacity, Metzger has never given up striving for sustainable, forward-looking solutions in electromobility. “His commitment is the reason why eMove is alive and shines with new ideas every year,” praised Holder. Metzger's guiding principle “The future of mobility is electric, connected and autonomous!” was clearly evident at the event.

Looking at the many innovations that were presented in Munich, it is clear that electromobility is continuing to gain ground despite economic hurdles. But one thing is clear: the path to a sustainable, electric future requires cooperation, foresight and the willingness to ask difficult questions - just like the award winners who were honored at eMove360° Europe.

The eMove360° Award 2024 honored outstanding innovations in electromobility. The winner in the Electric Car category was the KIA EV3, a compact electric SUV with a range of up to 605 km, AI support and V2L technology. Cadillac Lyriq and the KIA EV9 were the other finalists.

In the Electric Utility Vehicle category, the Evum from Evum Motors received the special award for its versatility and sustainability in municipal and agricultural use.

The winner in the Charging & Energy category was Intelligent Octopus Go from Octopus Energy Germany, a smart charging tariff that combines dynamic pricing and automation. ArcZero from Phoenix Contact and the Kostal Enector Wallbox were also recognized as finalists.

The Battery & Powertrain category was won by Farasis Energy Europe, with its Ni90 noTP module concept that prevents heat propagation. This significantly increases battery safety - an important advantage for OEMs in view of the increasingly stringent safety standards for electric cars.

The jury consisted of experts such as Holger Czuday (Bayern Innovativ GmbH), Burkhard Holder (VDE Group), Prof. Christian Labonte (Audi AG), Prof. Michael Lanz (designaffairs), Prof. Dr.-Ing Markus Lienkamp (TU Munich), Prof. Peter Naumann (Munich University of Applied Sciences), Prof. Dr.- Ing Karl Reiling (Landshut University of Applied Sciences), Prof. Dr.-Ing. Holger Ruckdäschel (University of Bayreuth), Nina Saller (XbyondS), Dr. Martin Vetter (TÜV Süd), and Robert Metzger (MunichExpo Veranstaltungs GmbH).