The 37th CAWA Conference took place on September 8–9, 2026, at FKFS in Stuttgart.
The conference brought together 29 participants from 20 companies to share knowledge and experiences related to the operating climatic automotive wind tunnels. CAWA provides a platform for European operators of these tunnels to share ideas, techniques, and solutions.
Presentations and discussions focused on sharing practical experience, addressing operational challenges, and identifying opportunities for further knowledge exchange and collaboration across the industry.
As part of the two-day event, participants also had the opportunity to visit several FKFS testing facilities.
The program included insights into the following test benches:
- High-Performance Electric Powertrain Test Bench
- Thermal Wind Tunnel
- Handling Roadway
- Stuttgart Driving Simulator
- Center for Climate Comfort in Filderstadt
- Aerodynamics and Aeroacoustics Wind Tunnel
The combination of technical presentations, facility visits, and open discussions provided participants with an opportunity to gain insights into different testing environments and exchange perspectives on current operational topics.
The 37th CAWA Conference concluded with further opportunities for professional exchange and networking among the participating companies and experts.
About CAWA
CAWA is a nonprofit association that provides a platform for European climatic automotive wind tunnel operating companies to exchange ideas, techniques, experiences, and solutions at the operational level.