Sven Eckoldt

Global Partnerships Lead
CARIAD
Germany

Sven Eckoldt is Global Partnerships Lead at CARIAD, the Volkswagen Group’s automotive software subsidiary, where he develops partnerships and platform strategies for in-vehicle infotainment systems on a global scale. His focus is on how app ecosystems and digital services can be successfully integrated into the vehicle cockpit. His background in the digital sector is certainly an asset here: he previously held various positions in the technology, platform and media sectors as a partner and product manager, including roles at the Freenet Group and Deutsche Welle, Germany’s international broadcaster. Alongside his core role, Sven is active as a specialist speaker on the topic of connected vehicles and as a lecturer at IU – International University of Applied Sciences; he holds an Executive Certificate from Harvard Business School and a Master’s degree from Maastricht University.

Sessions

4 Sep 2026 – 16:00

Dream Stage (Hall 25)

40 min

The car as the third habitat: The future of in-car entertainment

In-car entertainment is becoming a key differentiator, for automotive manufacturers as well as for content providers. As vehicles become increasingly connected and automated, demand is growing for high-quality, robust, and personalized entertainment solutions. The car as a third living space opens up new business models and target groups, from streaming services and interactive formats to applications for mobile office and gaming.

Track: World of AI & Future of Tech

Speakers