The Sweden-US Autotech Program fosters collaboration among top Swedish and US Autotech innovators
With the goal of facilitating connections between the Swedish Autotech ecosystem and local US stakeholders, the program seeks to enable collaboration that promotes Swedish innovation within the US Autotech market.
The Sweden-US Autotech Program
Sweden has long been recognized as a leader in developing innovative automotive IT solutions and embedded software. With a strong tradition of engineering and manufacturing, Sweden has a highly skilled workforce and world-class engineering programs at its universities. This has positioned Swedish automotive companies at the forefront of developing cutting-edge technologies such as electrification, autonomous driving, and connected vehicles. Moreover, Sweden's expertise in the automotive sector, coupled with its focus on innovation, safety, and sustainability, has solidified its position as an international tech leader. This makes Sweden a strategic location for developers of ICT-based automotive applications and research leaders pioneering tomorrow’s transport solutions.
In 2022, the Sweden-US Autotech Program was initiated with the aim of bridging the innovative Autotech industries of Sweden and the US. As both countries boast significant industry hubs and are leaders in Autotech innovation, there is a clear need to foster collaboration and exchange between these two centers of innovation.
The Sweden-US Autotech Program aims to achieve this by providing a platform for Swedish Autotech companies to connect with local stakeholders in the US market. By facilitating partnerships, networking opportunities, and strategic insights, the program enables Swedish companies to accelerate their expansions into the US market while contributing to the advancement of Autotech innovation on a global scale. The Sweden-US Autotech Program is dedicated to supporting Swedish Autotech companies as they navigate the dynamic US market and connect with US stakeholders. From promoting collaboration to practical growth and expansion support opportunities, the program serves as a bridge between innovative companies in the automotive technology sector.
The program is a partnership between four organizations: Business Sweden, Vinnova, Drive Sweden, and Future Mobility. Together, they collaborate to drive innovation and collaboration in the Autotech industry, offering valuable resources and expertise to participants.
Participants with cutting-edge technologies
The Sweden-US Autotech Program brings together a dynamic mix of Swedish firms and startups selected from established Automotive and technology hubs across Sweden. Representing a wide spectrum of technology focuses within the Autotech industry, our participants embrace innovation and collaboration. They are at the forefront of developing cutting-edge solutions in areas such as autonomous driving, connected vehicles, and more. Through their diverse expertise and shared commitment to advancing Autotech innovation, our participants drive the future of mobility forward.
Driving long-term collaboration
The long-term goals of the Autotech program are to assist Swedish companies in the industry to connect and expand their business in the US, facilitating collaboration between these two innovative markets. This involves providing accelerated market access for Nordic companies to the US and vice versa, providing growth and opportunities on both sides. Additionally, the program aims to influence and shape the US and Swedish Autotech markets to promote innovation, collaboration, and sustainability, while driving investments to further fuel growth and development within the industry.
Connect with the Swedish Autotech ecosystem
Explore opportunities to connect with emerging firms in the Swedish Autotech industry and gain insights into the latest innovations shaping the future of mobility. Join us in Detroit, the Bay Area, or virtually to meet our participating companies and discover potential collaborations. Contact us for more information on how you can get involved and become part of the Sweden-US Autotech Program community.
Reach out to Abigail Richardson or Martin Jönsson at Business Sweden to learn more.
Abigail Richardson
Project Manager, Automotive & Transport, San Francisco, US
abigail.richardson@business-sweden.se
Martin Jönsson
Program Manager, Smart Transport, Gothenburg, Sweden
martin.jonsson@business-sweden.se