EXHIBIT HOURS: Tuesday - Wednesday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | Thursday, 9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Monday, April 15: SAE International and MI Innovation Alliance invite you to join us on Monday. April 15 for the 16th Annual Global Automotive & Mobility Innovation Challenge (GAMIC) Finals in Detroit, Michigan. GAMIC, is an annual competition for early-stage automotive products/ systems and mobility companies with new and innovative technologies.
Finals Competition
12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Room 260
Tuesday, April 16:
2:00 – 4:00 pm
Learning Lab
Booth 122, Hall C
Visit some of the GAMIC participants in the Start-Up Pavilion, located in Hall C.
Tuesday and Wednesday, 9:00 am – 4:30 pm, Thursday, 9:00 am– 2:00 pm
Hall C, rear
Attendees at the WCX 2024 will be able to see and participate in an EV Ride and Drive and simulation of the SAE J3300 driver certification test. This experience is open to all WCX registrants.
Featured vehicles may include: Kia EV 9, Lucid Air, Rivian R1T, Polestar 2, Tesla Model Y, BMW I7, Mercedes Benz EQS, Rivian SUV, Rivian R1S, and other models from Audi, Fisker, Ford, General Motors, Nissan, Stellantis, Toyota and Volkswagen.
Vehicles provided by LaFontaine Auto Group 
Note: Valid drivers license will need to be presented to qualify to drive on certain tracks. Vehicle access will be provided on a first come, first serves basis.
Tuesday, April 16
5:00–7:00 p.m.
Atrium
Start off WCX like you never have before, at the Welcome Celebration eXtravaganza. Don’t miss the event that will be talked about for the rest of your time at WCX.
* Purchase ticket in Registration Area, Hall C
Sponsored by 
Wednesday, April 17
4:00–5:00 p.m.
Hall C (Included with Registration)
Wednesday, April 17:
3:00 – 3:30 pm
Room 360
Wednesday, April 17
4:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Huntington Place
1 Washington Blvd.
Detroit, MI 48226
Hall C and Atrium
This year is a watershed year for GM’s HYDROTEC fuel cell program – the company has recently signed joint development agreements with Autocar and Komatsu to put its fuel cell propulsion systems into semitrucks, municipal vehicles and even giant mining trucks. The company also announced the start of production at its fuel cell joint venture with Honda, Fuel Cell Systems Manufacturing, LLC. Come learn about GM’s durable, affordable and efficient HYDROTEC power cubes, other fuel cell projects in development, and how they will shape the future of transportation
Agenda
4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Networking Reception (GM Supplier Pavilion, Exhibit Hall C)
5:00 - 6:00 p.m. Presentation (Leadership Summit, Exhibit Hall C)
6:15 - 7:30 p.m. Strolling Dinner & Afterglow (Atrium)
Tickets
$65 SAE Member
$75 Non-member
$25 SAE Student Member
$900 Table Sponsor (reserved table of 10)
Hosted by
Afterglow hosted by: 
Purchase Tickets
Tuesday, April 16
7:00 - 9:30 p.m.
Garden Theater
3929 Woodward Avenue
Detroit, MI 48201
Shuttle service provided between Huntington Place, Garden Theater and Westin Book Cadillac.
Pre-registration required by April 1, 2024, awards@sae-org.
Tuesday, April 16 - Thursday, April 18
Booth 613
Hall C
Stop by the SAE Membership lounge to explore SAE’s Community of programming, meet with staff to discuss the hottest topics that shape the future of SAE membership. Learn about Volunteer opportunities and Mentoring for SAEI. Non-members please take a moment to stop by the lounge to learn about how to become a member.
Tuesday, April 16 - Thursday, April 18
Booth 633
Hall C
Featured at this year’s WCX are historic vehicles with Critical Economic and Technical Influences on the history of the automotive business and development, brought to you by the SAE Mobility History Committee.
Come view these Hero Cars and talk with Committee members on why these vehicles are critically important to learn from as we move forward.
Thursday, April 18, 3:00-5:00pm
Livonia, MI
Register for this post-WCX tour for a first-hand look at 12+ EVs, from global regions, benchmarked and torn down to the component level. Participants can expect a tour of the facility, with the insights and philosophies required in the move to electrification being showcased within part displays on the show floor. Vehicles featured include Tesla Model Y, Mustang Mach E, VW ID.4, Lucid Air, Ford F-150 Lightning, Hummer EV, Rivian R1T, Great Wall Pao, Tesla Model Y, Austin, Renault Megane E-Tech, MG4 EV Trophy, Tesla Model S Plaid, and Toyota Bz4X.
Stop by Caresoft Global at Booth 213 for more information.
Capacity is limited to 60 and once the capacity is reached, registration will not be available. Attendees are responsible for their own transportation.
Join us at the SAE Bookstore for an exciting author meet and greet event located at our booth (#245). Don't miss the chance to have your copy signed, engage in discussions with our talented authors, and enjoy a discount of 40% off on most publications
General Motors (GM) welcomes attendees to experience a hands-on fuel cell demonstration by taking part in the HYDROTEC Mobile Power Generation Unit EV charging activation. Watch and learn from GM fuel cell engineers as they use HYDROTEC fuel cell technology to DC fast charge several EVs to support the Ride and Drive. GM will have system experts on site that will discuss the use cases of the system and how it changes the traditional discussions around EV charging, both stationary and mobile. After the demonstration, attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions about fuel cell systems operations, fuel cell logistics and electric vehicle charging.
Demonstrations will take place from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. every half hour (with a break from noon to 1:00 p.m.). Please RSVP here to secure a spot. Walk ups may be able to be accommodated as well. Please meet at the GM booth five (5) minutes prior to the demonstration time.