Center for Automotive Research

Recent Research

Assessment of Tax Revenue Generated by the Automotive Sector

April 2012

In 2010, the production, sales and service, and use of the automobile contributed $91.5 billion to state government tax revenues and at least $43 billion to federal government tax revenues. CAR Research Study

The Bio-Based Materials Automotive Value Chain

April 2012

There is significant potential for the expansion of bio-based automotive parts and components manufacturing in the Great Lakes region. CAR Research Study

Repurposing Former Automotive Manufacturing Sites

November 2011

CAR unveiled new research on transitioning former automotive manufacturing sites to new purposes. CAR Research Study

Hyundai's U.S. Operations Contribute More Than 94,000 Private Sector Jobs and Total Impact of $7 Billion to National Economy

November 2011

CAR, in partnership with Hyundai Motor America, announced the findings of a study quantifying – for the first time – the automaker’s impact on the U.S. economy. CAR Research Study

CAR Research Memorandums concerning the economic impacts of the automaker bankruptcies:

Coming Events

CAR Management Briefing Seminars

August 6-9, 2012
Traverse City, Michigan USA

CAR is delighted that Michigan Governor Rick Snyder has been added to this year’s agenda. To see a list of speakers confirmed to date: Speakers

Secure your accommodations at the Grand Traverse Resort & Spa, by registering for the conference now: Registration

Don’t miss the summer’s hottest conference!

Other Events:

CAR Industry Briefing and Affiliate Dinner

May 22, 2012
The Fairlane Club, Dearborn, Michigan

The focus of the next Affiliate dinner will be an “Industry Outlook” with special guest speaker, Mitch Bainwol, president & CEO at the Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers. Dr. Sean McAlinden, CAR’s Executive Vice President of Research and Chief Economist will also present. Read More »

CAR Breakfast Briefing Series

CAR plans include several Breakfast Briefings in 2012. Dates and locations are under development.

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 forms.