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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.
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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
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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.
* Automotive Analysis Group
* Labor and Industry Group
* Manufacturing, Engineering &
Technology Group
* Sustainable Transportation and
Communities
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Research Reports and Studies
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Testimony of Sean P. McAlinden, Ph.D., Congressional Oversight Panel Hearing on TARP/Automobile Industry Financing Program (AIFP), Detroit, Michigan, July 27, 2009
The Impact on the U.S. Economy of Successful versus Unsuccessful Automaker Bankruptcies
May 26, 2009-Impact of unsuccessful Automaker Bankruptcies on U.S. Economy is major, according to Center for Automotive Research new estimate
Press Releases
May 12, 2009-Michigan Stands to Reap 16,000 Jobs and $177 Million in Annual Income Tax Revenue from National Role in the Connected Vehicle Technology Industry
Research Studies
Contribution of a Vehicle Infrastructure Integration System to the Economy of Michigan: Economic and Industrial Impacts Update and Benefit-Cost Analysis
Contribution of Honda to the Economies of Seven States and The United States
Beyond the Big Leave: The Future of U.S. Automotive Human Resources
WJR-CAR Reports
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Connected Vehicle Proving Center website >>>
CONFERENCES
The Business of Plugging In
A Plug-In Electric Vehicle Conference
October 19-21, 2009
MotorCity Hotel and Conference Center
Detroit, Michigan USA
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A volatile economy drives the need to balance the 3 E’s – Energy, Environment and the Economy. Plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs) are emerging as a promising alternative to current vehicle powertrain technology. PEVs offer the potential for clean, diversified and secure energy solutions; however, economic, technical and infrastructure challenges remain.
The Business of Plugging Insm will bring together vehicle manufacturers, suppliers, energy companies, government agencies, financiers and researchers to address these challenges. New business models and relationships must be developed between these diverse stakeholders to identify and create successful business solutions and promote the growth of the PEV market.
CAR Breakfast Briefing Series
The Future of Personal Mobility: Advanced Technology on the Horizon
Speaker Presentations >>>
More than 100 people attended the CAR Breakfast Briefing-The Future of Personal Mobility: Advanced Technology on the Horizon on Tuesday, September 29th where a distinguished group of technology leaders from the automotive industry and beyond addressed the future of personal mobility. The speakers included: Chris Borroni-Bird, Ph.D., General Motors; Dave LeBlanc, Ph.D., University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute; Jeffrey Adik, Intraduce Transit, LLC; and Steve Millstein, President, ATX Group, Inc.
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 >>>
Roads to Renewal: A Summit on the Changing Automotive Industry-How Communities Can Thrive
Planning is underway for the 2010 event.
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