STLE Brings Tribology & Lubrication for E-Mobility Conference to Detroit October 22-25

Event provides tribology and lubrication engineering enthusiasts with the latest in electric vehicle technology

PARK RIDGE, Illinois (August 15, 2024)

─ The Society of Tribologists and Lubrication Engineers (STLE) — the technical society for individuals in the field of tribology and lubrication engineering — is hosting the 2024 Tribology & Lubrication for E-Mobility Conference on October 22-25 at the Detroit Marriott at Renaissance Center in Detroit, Michigan. Registration is now open for the conference.

This event will explore the latest technical challenges and commercial opportunities that will impact the future of electric vehicle technology. Topic areas include electric vehicle hardware, electric vehicle drivetrain efficiency, lubricant formulation, sustainable mobility and electrification.

“The Tribology & Lubrication for E-Mobility Conference offers educational sessions, networking discussions and more with leading experts and companies in the field,” said Rebecca Lintow, CAE, STLE executive director. “It’s a great way for attendees to learn about the latest state-of-the-art developments in e-mobility technologies and lubrication.”

The event will feature expert-led presentations from leading companies and organizations interested in e-mobility, discussions on state-of-the-art electric vehicle technologies and lubrication developments and networking opportunities. New this year, there is an optional education course on Oct. 22 (separate registration required) titled Electric Vehicle Technologies and Lubrication—a one-day course featuring expert speakers, including OEMs, tier-one suppliers and additive and lubricant companies discussing state-of-the-art developments in electric vehicle technology and lubrication. To access the preliminary technical program, click here.

The keynote speakers include:

• Kent Wanner, John Deer, presentation titled John Deere’s Ongoing Electrification Journey: Delivering Customer Value
• Pär Nyman, Scania Group, presentation titled Tribology Frontiers for Electric Heavy-Duty Vehicles
• Masashi Ogawa, Toyota Motor Corp., presentation titled The History of Evolution in Toyota’s HEV and BEV Systems and Lubricants for Electric Vehicles

For more information on the event, visit www.stle.org/EMobility.

About the Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers (STLE)

The Society of Tribologists and Lubrication Engineers (STLE) is the premier technical society serving the needs of over 15,000 individuals and 250 companies and organizations that comprise the tribology and lubrication engineering business sector. STLE members are employed by the world’s leading corporations, academic institutions and governmental agencies dealing with science and technology. STLE supports these distinguished technical experts with various professional education and certification programs. STLE is a professional technical society providing robust resources in technical research, education, and professional development delivered through programming, courses, events and periodicals on topics most important to you: safety, energy usage, maintenance, natural resources, wear and productivity.

Tribological advancements can improve productivity, profitability, sustainability and safety across several industries, including manufacturing, metalworking, transportation and power energy. Membership is available to those interested in staying current with the latest technologies, advancing their careers and making new professional connections worldwide. STLE membership is a low-cost investment with high professional rewards. For more information or to join today, visit www.stle.org.