Join the SAA for an insightful 15-minute Coffee Break exploring how manufacturers are approaching advanced technology planning in today’s evolving landscape. Experts from Plante Moran will discuss how manufacturers scout and evaluate new technologies, along with organizational factors that influence adoption on the shop floor. Register now for a look at what’s shaping innovation in…

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Join Ann Marie Uetz and Steve Wybo each quarter for an automotive update as they bring you the latest automotive trends to keep you in the know and help you make confident decisions. Think of this as your go-to strategic briefing to help navigate the complex legal and financial automotive landscape. Speakers:   Ann Marie…

KPIT’s Left Shift validation strategy enables early-stage testing, reducing costly late-stage fixes. Faster validation leads to quicker time-to-market and improved product quality. This 15-minute Coffee Break brings you a smarter, leaner path to automotive innovation. Click here for more information on KPIT.   The event is free to attend, but registration is required. 

Software-defined vehicles (SDVs) and the introduction of ‘by-wire’ technologies mark a transformative new era in mobility - where software is not just an enabler, but the core driver of vehicle innovation and value. By-wire technologies, such as Steer-by-Wire, Rear-Wheel Steering, and Brake-by-Wire, are accelerating the shift to the software-defined chassis - delivering significant cost savings,…

Hosted by: In partnership with: Lightweighting that enhances efficiency is powertrain agnostic. Whether it's an all-ICE powertrain, a BEV, or anything in between, the use of lightweight materials is pivotal in achieving the greatest range, the highest performance, the lowest emissions, all while balancing costs for the consumer. Recent changes to CAFE regulations and the…

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Join Foley & Lardner, SAA's exclusive legal partner, for an insightful coffee break exploring both recent rulings and anticipated changes in Michigan case law governing automotive requirements contracts. On October 29, 2025, the Michigan Supreme Court granted leave to hear an appeal from the Michigan Court of Appeals decision in FCA US LLC v. Kamax Inc,…

  Following its merger with Vitesco last year, Schaeffler has grown to become the 14th largest global automotive supplier. Please join Schaeffler Americas CEO Marc McGrath and CTO Jeff Hemphill to hear about: The company’s newly updated five-year financial targets and industry outlook Its rapid evolution from a traditional bearings producer to a leader in…

From Macro to Micro Trends -- Navigating Today’s Volatility for Tomorrow’s Success Join the SAA and Plante Moran subject matter experts for an insightful webinar examining how suppliers are adapting as automakers scale back EV programs. We’ll cover the financial challenges, competitive pressures, and opportunities emerging in this evolving environment. Register now to discover the…