Advanced Automotive Batteries

"This forum remains the most topically relevant to the energy storage electrification area. A must for any company or individual that wants to be informed in this rapid pace industry.”

Joe LoGrasso, General Motors

"By far, the best and most comprehensive conference on battery development.”

Stefan DeBruyne, SQM

"Excellent Overview of Lead, UltraCapacitors, NiMH and Li Ion. Very good networking possibilities!”

Andreas Stoermer, BMW AG

"Great mix of topics, this helps to have a comprehensive view of the industry. This is the only conference that allows us to get such a broad perspective on the state of the art in battery technology.”

Jim MacDougall, Air Products and Chemicals

"Overall superb event – a benchmark in the automotive industry.”

Lindsay Brooke II, SAE International

advanced automotive battery conference
January 24 - 28, 2011 - Pasadena Convention Center, Pasadena, California

Nearly 900 attendees from 6 continents and 440 companies gathered for the 11th international Advanced Automotive Batteries Conference in Pasadena, California, from January 24 - 28, 2011. Leading automakers, their suppliers and stakeholders convened for dynamic discussions regarding the latest in energy-storage technology for vehicle electrification and the latest developments in large lithium-ion technology. At a time of unprecedented funding for electrification initiatives, AABC 2011 presenters challenged optimistic sales predictions for electric vehicles and explored the industry’s concerns regarding advanced battery safety, reliability, durability and cost. The conference also included AABC’s first Battery Modeling Workshop and new sessions on battery management in automotive applications as well as tutorials focusing on material selection and design principles for large lithium-ion batteries and battery systems for the grid.

Networking events, which included 95 exhibitors, provided a lively environment for discussion and business opportunities outside the conference sessions.