This year marks the 30th anniversary of SOLIDWORKS, a milestone that reflects its long-standing legacy of usability and its continued to empowering design and engineering professionals. With the upcoming SOLIDWORKS 2026 release (arrived in November), we are pleased to highlight several of the most impactful new capabilities.

From AI-enhanced design and detailing tools to selective loading for complex assemblies, and a range of additional productivity upgrades, the latest version delivers smarter, faster, and more intuitive design experiences.