Event Essentials
Plan your experience at the Future of the Car event
Whether you're attending for expert insights, high-level discussions or networking opportunities, planning ahead will help you get the best experience. Here’s what you need to know before you arrive.
Agenda at a Glance
Get a quick overview of what’s happening throughout the day, including session start times, breaks and networking moments. For the full schedule and speaker line-up, view the complete agenda.
Day 1, Tuesday
May 12
Hybrid
8:00 – Registration and networking
9:00 – Sessions and interviews
10:55 – Networking coffee
12:30 – Lunch break
13:45 - Join your stream
15:25 – Afternoon networking
Day 2, Wednesday
May 13
Hybrid
8:00 – Registration and networking
9:00 – Sessions and interviews
11:15 – Networking coffee
11:45 - Join your stream
13:00 – Lunch break
15:40 – Afternoon networking
17:30 – Networking reception
Day 3, Thursday
May 14
Hybrid
8:00 – Registration and networking
9:00 – Sessions and interviews
10:50 – Networking coffee
12:35 - Close the conference
12:40 – Networking Lunch
Welcome to Convene, Sancroft
Located in the heart of the city of London, in the iconic Paternoster Square, Sancroft at St. Paul’s will host the FT Future of the Car summit for three days. The venue offers plenty of meeting spaces equipped with built-in technology to allow summit guests to to work, take calls and have a flawless meeting experience during the event days.
Venue Location
Our event will be taking place at:
Convene
Sancroft,
Rose Street,
Paternoster Sq,
London,
EC4M 7DQ
Public Transport
Travelling to the Convene by public transport is quick and easy. The closest tube stations are St. Pauls, Bank and Moorgate, and the venue is served by multiple bus routes.
Nearby Hotels
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Accessibility Info
The venue is wheelchair accessible, with step-free entry and assistance available on request.
Check-In Details
Your QR code will be sent by FT Live the day before the event. Have it ready on arrival for a smooth check-in.
Stay connected with the FT Live Event App
Download and explore the FT Live Event App to get the most out of your experience:
*All registered delegates will receive their unique joining code and link on 21 April 2026. To locate your unique access link, search "Join the FT Live App and start networking with Future of the Car attendees " in your inbox. Please allow 15 minutes for the confirmation email to reach your inbox if you have just registered.
Connect and Network
Message other attendees, explore the full delegate list and book one-to-one meetings ahead of time. The app helps you plan meaningful conversations and make the most of your time at the event.
Navigate the Event
Find the best networking areas, locate key meeting points and set reminders for must-attend sessions. You’ll also receive live updates throughout the day to stay informed and on schedule.
Let us and your network know you’re going
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FAQs
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Contact us
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Email – Reach us at ftlive@ft.com
Phone – Call us at +44 (0) 207 775 6653
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