Jeddah International Motor Show 2026 Highlights Technological Innovation in Automotive Industry

Jeddah, November 5, 2026, SPA -- The activities accompanying the Jeddah International Motor Show (JIMS) 2026 focus on enhancing the exhibition's technological dimension through a program featuring a hackathon competition aimed at integrating technological innovation into the automotive industry and attracting pioneering ideas that could shape the sector's future.
The hackathon features four main tracks: artificial intelligence (AI) and smart mobility; electric mobility and sustainability; digital customer experience; and the future of business and innovation.
Participants undergo an intensive program involving training, mentorship, and the development of technological solutions, which they present to specialized judging panels. The program also offers opportunities to incubate and develop promising ideas.
A major highlight is a 36-hour international automotive innovation challenge targeting university students, innovators, entrepreneurs, and startup founders, who work in teams to develop advanced technological solutions.
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