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ABOUT CAR
The Center for Automotive Research,
a nonprofit organization, is focused on a wide variety of important
trends and changes related to the automobile industry and society
at the international, federal, state and local levels.
CAR conducts
industry research, develops new methodologies, forecasts industry
trends, advises on public policy, and sponsors multi-stakeholder
communication forums.
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Programs
Affiliates Program
To fulfill its mission, CAR maintains strong relationships with industry, government agencies, universities, research institutes, labor organizations, and other major participants in the international automotive community, The Affiliates Program to strengthen those industry ties and build support of ongoing service activities.
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Automotive Communities Program
The Automotive Communities Program is a unique, non-profit, community-industry partnership administered by the Center for Automotive
Research.
Automotive Communities Program >>>
Program for Automotive Labor and Education
This new program at CAR brings together leaders in the automotive industry, education, training, organized labor, workforce development and government with the goal of sustaining and improving the quality of the automotive workforce in North America's automotive manufacturing and engineering center.
Program for Automotive Labor
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Staff
View a list of CAR staff >>>
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RESEARCH
The Center for Automotive Research is involved in the research of significant issues that relate to the
future direction of the global automotive industry. CAR's automotive industry research is performed by
distinct groups and programs.
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Research Reports and Studies
View recent publications >>>
Just Released: The Economic and Environmental Impacts of a Corporate
Fleet Vehicle Purchase Program
Testimony of Sean P. McAlinden, Ph.D., Congressional Oversight Panel Hearing
on TARP/Automobile Industry Financing Program (AIFP), Detroit, Michigan, July 27, 2009
CAR Research Memorandum:
The Impact on the U.S. Economy of Successful versus Unsuccessful Automaker Bankruptcies
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WJR-CAR Reports
Listen to recent WJR-CAR Reports
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CONFERENCES
CAR Breakfast Briefing Series
Picking Up the Pieces: The Forecast for 2010
Tuesday, December 15, 2009
7:30-10:30 a.m.
Ann Arbor Marriott Ypsilanti
at Eagle Crest
Ypsilanti, Michigan USA
While both automakers and suppliers are glad to leave the disastrous business environment of 2009 behind, there are
no guarantees the industry won’t face similar problems in 2010. This seminar brings together a panel of expert speakers
to address the issues most critical as suppliers lay out their business strategies for the coming year:
Speakers include: Dave Andrea, OESA; Sean McAlinden, CAR; and Michael Robinet, CSM Worldwide.
For more information and to register
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The Business of Plugging In
A Plug-In Electric Vehicle Conference
October 19-21, 2009
MotorCity Hotel and Conference Center
Detroit, Michigan USA
The inaugural Business of Plugging Insm conference brought together nearly 700 representatives from vehicle manufacturers, suppliers, energy companies, government agencies, financiers, and researchers to address the challenge of creating a viable plug in electric vehicle paradigm.
On behalf of DTE Energy, General Motors and the University of Michigan - the Founding Partners of this important event- the Center for Automotive Research would like to thank the speakers, moderators, sponsors, and attendees.
We have posted complete audio from the 12 Breakout Sessions. We hope that you will take time to listen to the discussions, and we hope to see you at BPI 2010.
Audio from the 12 Breakout Sessions >>>
Today's Turmoil: A Foundation for Success
August 4-7, 2009
Grand Traverse Resort & Spa
Traverse City, Michigan USA
More than 600 industry stakeholders attended CAR’s flagship event in Traverse City, August 4-7.
The four-day CAR Management Briefing Seminars hosted a stellar lineup of speakers
including several government leaders, reflecting the new role of the federal government in the automotive industry.
The event also marked the U.S. debut of Akio Toyoda as the new president of Toyota.
Speaker presentations are available on the event website under the Schedule of Events and the speaker’s name.
Mark your calendar to attend the 2010 event, August 3-6.
2009 CAR MBS Speaker Presentations
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Roads to Renewal: A Summit on the Changing Automotive Industry-How Communities Can Thrive
Planning is underway for the 2010 event.
For more information about the Automotive Communities Program
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Conference Information: >>>
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