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SUMMARY:Coffee Break: Midyear Review of the Automotive Industry
DESCRIPTION:Join the SAA for an insightful 15-minute Coffee Break for a brief midyear check‑in on the automotive industry. Experts from Plante Moran will share a market forecast and explore how electrification continues to influence industry direction as the year unfolds. Grab a cup of coffee and tune in for a timely perspective on where the market stands and what to watch next. \nThere is no cost to attend this webinar\, but registration is required. 
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/coffee-break-pm/
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SUMMARY:Augmented: The Human + Machine Intelligence Advantage
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by:\nWhy the Winners of the Next Decade Will Be Human + Machine Organizations\nThe automotive industry is entering its next major transformation – driven by AI\, automation\, electrification\, advanced manufacturing\, and machine intelligence. But despite the headlines\, the future is not about replacement. It’s about augmentation. The companies that win the next decade will not be the ones that blindly chase disruption. They will be the organizations that learn how to combine human expertise with machine capability to move faster\, build smarter\, scale efficiently\, and make better decisions. \nAugmented brings together automotive leaders\, manufacturing innovators\, technology disruptors\, investors\, and strategists to explore how AI\, robotics\, EV technologies\, autonomy\, and intelligent systems are reshaping the industry in practical\, commercially viable ways. Featuring keynote speakers\, Munro teardown insights\, and expert perspectives from across the automotive and mobility ecosystem\, this event will separate hype from reality – and identify where the real opportunities are emerging. \nSpeakers include executives from: \n\nMunro\nRobostrategy\nFANUC\nPratt Miller\nKinetic Vision\nKettering University\n\nAgenda:\n\n8:00 a.m. — Registration/Continental Breakfast\n8:30 a.m. — Program\n11:15 a.m. — Tour of facility\n\nFree for SAA Members \n$99 for non-members (includes 1-year SAA membership)
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/munro/
LOCATION:Munro & Associates\, 1140 Centre Road\, Auburn Hills\, MI\, 48326\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260811T110000
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SUMMARY:SAA Motoring Minds Featuring Motor Trend's Frank Markus
DESCRIPTION:Join SAA Motoring Minds\, a free series for automotive professionals and enthusiasts. Each session explores the latest industry trends and innovations with expert-led discussions. This is a Zoom event\, but a recording will be available. \nMotoring Minds is hosted by Adam Bernard\, SAA President and Founder of AutoPerspectives (Adam Bernard | LinkedIn). The next episode will feature Frank Markus\,  who will discuss the hottest and coolest automotive technologies\, from super-efficient electric motors to innovative HMI solutions. \nAdam’s special guest: \nFrank Markus \nTechnical Director\, Motor Trend \nFrank received his Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Illinois in 1985 and a Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the Rackham School of Graduate Studies at the University of Michigan in 1987. He spent six years with the Chrysler Corporation\, in Vehicle Development engineering and Advance Vehicle Packaging engineering. Frank has no formal journalism training\, but his love of cars and travel led him to join Car and Driver magazine in April 1991 as Technical Editor. In 2003\, Frank joined the staff of Motor Trend Magazine as Technical Director\, working out of the Detroit area and responsible for editing all magazine content for technical accuracy. \n\n  \nAttendance is free\, but please let us know you are joining us.
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/saa-motoring-minds-featuring-frank-markus/
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SUMMARY:Precision Laser-Timed Autocross Competition and Dinner: Take the Wheel -- You're the Driver
DESCRIPTION:The most popular (and fun) YPN event of the year returns on August 27th when YPN members will get a chance to compete and network at the M1 Concourse in Pontiac\, MI — the ultimate destination for automotive enthusiasts and Michigan’s premier motorsports and entertainment venue. \nAttendees will compete in a laser-timed Autocross Competition\, a precision driving challenge held on the facility’s massive 2.5-acre asphalt “Arena.” Drivers weave through a cone-marked\, technical course to compete against the clock and their peers. Click here to watch the Autocross Experience.  \nFollowing the Autocross Competition\, YPN members will meet at Tom McDonald’s garage for networking and dessert. \nSchedule of activities: \n\n4:30 pm – Arrival\n5-7 pm – Autocross Competition and Dinner\n7-8 pm – Networking and Dessert  at Tom McDonald’s Garage\n\nSponsored by: \n \nNo fee for YPN Members. Click here to become a member.
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/precision-laser-timed-autorcross-competition-and-dinner-take-the-wheel-youre-the-driver/
LOCATION:M1 Concourse\, 1 Concourse Drive\, Pontiac\, Michigan\, 48341\, United States
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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