AUTOMOBILITY LA ®
November 19, 2026
DRIVE BY CONNECTION
AutoMobility LA 2026: Driven by Connection brings the industry’s most influential voices together for a one-day program of news, innovation, and opportunity. As the premier media and industry day of the Los Angeles Auto Show, it’s where conversations spark partnerships, and the future of mobility moves from insight to impact.
Automobility LA
FOR BRANDS & PARTNERS
AutoMobility LA offers a focused, media and industry only environment for brands that want to share news, showcase products, and build relationships before the LA Auto Show opens to the public. Companies use the day to connect with journalists, analysts, fleet leaders, policymakers, and decision makers who influence what gets built, covered, and purchased.
Presented by Cox Automotive
AutoMobility LA Main Stage
The AutoMobility LA Main Stage, presented by Cox Automotive, was where the most influential voices in mobility converged. Curated in collaboration with leading media and industry partners, the stage featured keynotes, expert panels, and live Q&As that tackled the most important topics shaping the future of transportation. All sessions were available in real time to a global audience via CarBuzz, the official live stream of the AutoMobility LA Main Stage.
Direct Line: Live with California’s Secretary of Transportation Toks Omishakin
Toks Omishakin explored how California is driving the next era of mobility through electrification, infrastructure investment, climate-forward policies, and the intersection of public and private innovation. Registered attendees had the opportunity to submit questions and topic suggestions, which were addressed live on stage, followed by an open Q&A session.
Direct Line: Live with California’s Secretary of Transportation Toks Omishakin
Toks Omishakin explored how California is driving the next era of mobility through electrification, infrastructure investment, climate-forward policies, and the intersection of public and private innovation. Registered attendees had the opportunity to submit questions and topic suggestions, which were addressed live on stage, followed by an open Q&A session.
Direct Line: Live with California’s Secretary of Transportation Toks Omishakin
Toks Omishakin explored how California is driving the next era of mobility through electrification, infrastructure investment, climate-forward policies, and the intersection of public and private innovation. Registered attendees had the opportunity to submit questions and topic suggestions, which were addressed live on stage, followed by an open Q&A session.
Powering Dreams: Honda and the LA28 Games Unite for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games
The panel highlighted Honda’s landmark partnership with the Olympic and Paralympic Games Los Angeles 2028, a collaboration that underscored both the company’s Southern California roots and its enduring spirit of innovation.
Powering Dreams: Honda and the LA28 Games Unite for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games
The panel highlighted Honda’s landmark partnership with the Olympic and Paralympic Games Los Angeles 2028, a collaboration that underscored both the company’s Southern California roots and its enduring spirit of innovation.
Powering Dreams: Honda and the LA28 Games Unite for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games
The panel highlighted Honda’s landmark partnership with the Olympic and Paralympic Games Los Angeles 2028, a collaboration that underscored both the company’s Southern California roots and its enduring spirit of innovation.
Breaking the Speed Barrier: How Lucid is Redefining What's Possible in Electric
An electrifying conversation that explored the boundaries of EV performance, range, and autonomy.
Breaking the Speed Barrier: How Lucid is Redefining What's Possible in Electric
An electrifying conversation that explored the boundaries of EV performance, range, and autonomy.
Breaking the Speed Barrier: How Lucid is Redefining What's Possible in Electric
An electrifying conversation that explored the boundaries of EV performance, range, and autonomy.
A New Adventure with an Old Legend. Scout Motor's Trail Back to the Marketplace
Cody Thacker, VP of Commercial Operations at Scout Motors, joined Tim Stevens for an engaging conversation on the latest in commercial EV innovation.
A New Adventure with an Old Legend. Scout Motor's Trail Back to the Marketplace
Cody Thacker, VP of Commercial Operations at Scout Motors, joined Tim Stevens for an engaging conversation on the latest in commercial EV innovation.
A New Adventure with an Old Legend. Scout Motor's Trail Back to the Marketplace
Cody Thacker, VP of Commercial Operations at Scout Motors, joined Tim Stevens for an engaging conversation on the latest in commercial EV innovation.
Future of Air and Sea
A bold look at electrification beyond the road featured Ken Karklin, CEO of Pivotal, and Mitch Lee, Co-Founder and CEO of Arc Boats.
Future of Air and Sea
A bold look at electrification beyond the road featured Ken Karklin, CEO of Pivotal, and Mitch Lee, Co-Founder and CEO of Arc Boats.
Future of Air and Sea
A bold look at electrification beyond the road featured Ken Karklin, CEO of Pivotal, and Mitch Lee, Co-Founder and CEO of Arc Boats.
The Power to Build
A fireside chat that featured Brett Hauser, Chairman and CEO of Voltera, and Matt Petersen, President and CEO of the Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator.
The Power to Build
A fireside chat that featured Brett Hauser, Chairman and CEO of Voltera, and Matt Petersen, President and CEO of the Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator.
The Power to Build
A fireside chat that featured Brett Hauser, Chairman and CEO of Voltera, and Matt Petersen, President and CEO of the Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator.
AI Is Now: How Artificial Intelligence Is Transforming Automotive
Presented by Cox Automotive, this session featured Marianne Johnson, EVP and Chief Product Officer, and David Foutz, VP of Enterprise Client Management.
AI Is Now: How Artificial Intelligence Is Transforming Automotive
Presented by Cox Automotive, this session featured Marianne Johnson, EVP and Chief Product Officer, and David Foutz, VP of Enterprise Client Management.
AI Is Now: How Artificial Intelligence Is Transforming Automotive
Presented by Cox Automotive, this session featured Marianne Johnson, EVP and Chief Product Officer, and David Foutz, VP of Enterprise Client Management.
Are We There Yet? A State of Play on Autonomous Vehicles
A panel presented by PAVE explored the current state and future of autonomy. Participants included John Parks, CEO of Flexdrive; Michael White, Chief Product Officer at Zoox; Brian Bautsch, Director of Safety Strategy at American Honda Motor Co., Inc.; and Lauren Harper, Chief of Staff at Kodiak Robotics.
Are We There Yet? A State of Play on Autonomous Vehicles
A panel presented by PAVE explored the current state and future of autonomy. Participants included John Parks, CEO of Flexdrive; Michael White, Chief Product Officer at Zoox; Brian Bautsch, Director of Safety Strategy at American Honda Motor Co., Inc.; and Lauren Harper, Chief of Staff at Kodiak Robotics.
Are We There Yet? A State of Play on Autonomous Vehicles
A panel presented by PAVE explored the current state and future of autonomy. Participants included John Parks, CEO of Flexdrive; Michael White, Chief Product Officer at Zoox; Brian Bautsch, Director of Safety Strategy at American Honda Motor Co., Inc.; and Lauren Harper, Chief of Staff at Kodiak Robotics.
Main Stage programming will be hosted by Juliette Ferrara
AutoMobility LA Main Stage Emcee Juliette Ferrara, Senior Director, Automotive Head of Industry at SiriusXM.
Main Stage programming will be hosted by Juliette Ferrara
AutoMobility LA Main Stage Emcee Juliette Ferrara, Senior Director, Automotive Head of Industry at SiriusXM.
Main Stage programming will be hosted by Juliette Ferrara
AutoMobility LA Main Stage Emcee Juliette Ferrara, Senior Director, Automotive Head of Industry at SiriusXM.
AutoMobility LA 2025
Award Presentations
Hispanic Motor Press Guild Awards
The Hispanic Motor Press Foundation Awards celebrate the best new vehicles for U.S. Hispanic buyers, recognizing excellence in safety, technology, value and clean-mobility.
Automotive Hall of Fame Distinguished Service Citation Award
The Automotive Hall of Fame Distinguished Service Citation Award recognizes individuals for their significant contributions to the automotive industry through superior performance or a specific achievement
RACER Creator Award
The RACER Creator Awards celebrates the creativity, innovation, and impact of the top content creators in the automotive world.
North American Car, Utility and Truck of the Year
The official announcement of the North American Car, Utility and Truck of the Year (NACTOY) finalists.
AutoMobility LA 2025
Happy Hours and Receptions
Scout Motors Afternoon Refreshments:
2:20PM to 2:45PM in Gilbert Lindsay Plaza
Revology Mustang Boss 429 World Premier & Happy Hour:
2:45PM to 3:00PM in Kentia Lobby
Showcase Hall Happy Hour:
3:30PM to 5:00PM in Showcase Hall
AutoMobility LA Reception:
4:20PM to 5:00PM in Gilbert Lindsay Plaza
SPARQ Happy Hour:
4:30PM to 6:00PM in the Hall of SPARQ
RACER Creator Awards and Reception:
6:00PM to 7:30PM in Gilbert Lindsay Plaza