2025 VI-GRADE ZERO PROTOTYPES SUMMIT
A Benchmark Event for the Future of Simulation-Driven Vehicle Development
The 2025 edition of the ZERO PROTOTYPES Summit (ZPS2025), held from May 13–15 at VI-grade’s SimCenter in Udine, Italy, brought together the global automotive development community for three days of in-depth exploration into the future of simulation-based design. With a strong focus on innovation, collaboration, and cutting-edge technology, this year’s summit once again confirmed its role as a key platform for shaping next-generation vehicle development strategies.
Key Figures and Global Reach
ZPS2025 attracted almost 300 in-person attendees representing major OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers, while more than 1000 joined the event online via LinkedIn Live from across the globe. This hybrid format maximized accessibility and engagement, allowing professionals worldwide to benefit from the content and discussions.
A Rich and Diverse Program
The summit agenda featured a dynamic mix of technical presentations, live demos, and expert panels, covering the latest advances in simulation, Software- and Hardware-in-the-Loop solutions, and cloud-based tools. Topics included. Complementing the presentations, participants had access to free software training sessions, tailored to both beginner and advanced users, offering hands-on insights into VI-grade's suite of solutions.
Immersive Demonstration Experiences
A standout feature of ZPS2025 was the opportunity to engage with 12 interactive demo stations, showcasing the latest driving simulation and HIL technologies. Over 1,200 demo sessions were completed during the event, allowing attendees to explore solutions such as the DiM dynamic simulators, DESKTOP Simulators, AutoHawk, and FSS platforms.
Continue the Conversation: On-Demand Content and Interactive Q&A
If you couldn’t attend ZPS2025 in person, you can still access the full experience. LinkedIn Live recordings are available online and selected event proceedings will be progressively published on this landing page.
Moreover, all technical presentations remain open for interaction. To ask a question about any paper or session, simply visit the presentation’s landing page, click on the speaker’s image, scroll to the Q&A section, and submit your question. The speaker will be notified and respond directly on the platform (questions are made public once approved).
ZPS2025 demonstrated once again that the shift toward Zero Prototypes is more than a concept—it's a tangible, collaborative effort backed by real-world results, scalable technologies, and a global community of innovators.
