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SUMMARY:Coffee Break: Affordability in Auto -- Smarter Ways to Innovate
DESCRIPTION:Innovation looks different in today’s affordability‑driven market. Join the experts from Plante Moran on March 11 for a brief discussion on how automotive suppliers are rethinking product and operational innovation to stay competitive amid ongoing cost pressures. We’ll share where innovation is creating value today and what it means for supplier strategy. \n\n\nWhat are SAA Coffee Breaks?  \nWe know your time is limited and valuable. SAA’s Coffee Breaks are 15-minute presentations on timely and relevant topics. SAA Coffee Breaks are free and open to the industry. \nThere is no cost to attend\, but registration is required.
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/coffee-break-mid-year-review-of-the-automotive-industry/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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SUMMARY:13th Annual Automotive Recalls Summit
DESCRIPTION:Attend In-Person or Via Zoom\nHeld in partnership with: \n \nThe automotive industry is at a turning point. \nIn 2025\, a near-record-breaking 406 unique light vehicle recall campaigns were reported as the trajectory of filed campaigns continues its ten-year ascent.  The data suggests that a by-product of continued rapid light vehicle innovation is an increased number of recalls. But it’s not just the numbers that tell the story. The nature of recalls is shifting dramatically: more mid-sized campaigns and increased tail risk\, i.e.\, the time it takes defects to manifest\, stood out in 2025.  As the automotive landscape rapidly evolves\, connectivity and vehicle sophistication are rewriting the rules of defect detection and response. \nThe question isn’t just how many recalls — it’s what comes next. \nThe 13th Annual Automotive Recalls Summit is where the industry comes for answers. \nThis is the must-attend event for anyone navigating the high-stakes world of automotive safety\, compliance\, and quality. Expect bold conversations\, hard data\, and actionable insights across the issues defining recalls today: \n\n🔍 Recall trends decoded — The latest on recall size\, type\, and scope\, and what the numbers are really telling us.\n📈 What’s fueling the surge — A deep dive into the industry forces driving elevated recall activity.\n⚠️ Sensors\, ADAS & the road to autonomy — Why vehicle sensors are failing and what that means for the future of automated driving.\n🔩 Aftermarket & counterfeits — The growing threat of aftermarket recalls and counterfeit parts you can’t afford to ignore.\n⚖️ The decision to recall — Exploring the data\, benchmarks\, and judgment calls behind one of the most consequential\, and costly\, decisions in the industry.\n💰 The cost of getting it wrong — The latest on warranty and recall costs\, and how leading companies are fighting back.\n\nAgenda: \n12:30 pm – 1:00 pm — Registration and Networking\n1:00 pm – 3:00 pm — Stout Presentation\n3:00 pm – 3:30 pm — Networking and Discussion with Stout team \nStout Speakers: \n\nRaymond Roth\, Director\, Automotive Recall Practice Leader\nRobert Levine\, Managing Director\n\nSpecial Guests: \n\nVarun Jain\, Counsel\, K&L Gates\nMark Chutkow\, Member\, Dykema\nJay Logel\, Senior Counsel\, Dykema\nVon Lyndsey\, President\, Lindsey Research Services\n\nSponsored by: \n \nThis event is free for SAA members; $49 for non-members
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/13th-annual-automotive-recalls-summit/
LOCATION:Hyatt House\, 30955 Woodward Avenue\, Royal Oak\, MI\, 48073\, United States
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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SUMMARY:YPN Networking Event: Manufacturing\, Mobility & Innovation at Newlab Detroit
DESCRIPTION:Held in partnership with: \n \nEnjoy a guided tour of Newlab’s state‑of‑the‑art facility\, followed by a relaxed\, on-site happy hour to connect with peers across the manufacturing and automotive community. \nAgenda: \n\n2:30 – 3:00 p.m.   Arrival & Networking\n3:00 – 4:00 p.m.   Guided Newlab Detroit Tour\n4:00 – 6:00 p.m.   Onsite Networking Happy Hour\n\nThanks to our sponsor: \n \nEvent sponsor: \n \nThere is no cost to attend for YPN members\, but registration is required.  \n \nNot a YPN member? Join today for free by clicking here. 
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/ypn-networking-event-manufacturing-mobility-innovation-at-newlab-detroit/
LOCATION:Newlab\, 2050 15th St.\, Detroit\, MI\, 48216\, United States
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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SUMMARY:SAA Motoring Minds Featuring Tu Le from the Beijing Auto Show
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 first episode will feature Tu Le\, live from the Beijing Auto Show\, who will be talking about the people\, products\, and brands making the biggest buzz at the show. \nAdam’s special guest: \nTu Le \nManaging Director \nSino Auto Insights \nTu Le | LinkedIn\n\n  \n  \nAttendance is free\, but please let us know you are joining us.
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/saa-motoring-minds-featuring-tu-le-from-the-beijing-auto-show/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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SUMMARY:17th Annual Purchasing Summit
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by: \n \nHeld in partnership with: \n \nThe SAA\, MEMA Original Equipment Suppliers\, and Plante Moran are pleased to announce the 17th Annual Purchasing Summit taking place May 19 at Marelli’s Customer Experience Center in Southfield\, Mich. \nThis long-standing industry event brings suppliers together with OEM purchasing leaders for timely insights\, candid discussion and meaningful networking. The program will open with key findings from the 2026 Plante Moran North American Automotive OEM Supplier Working Relations Index® Study\, offering an inside look at the current state of OEM supplier relationships across the industry. \nFollowing the presentation\, purchasing executives from participating OEMs will join a discussion on the study’s results and share perspectives on how suppliers can strengthen collaboration and navigate the evolving purchasing landscape. The program will conclude with a networking session\, providing valuable opportunities for face-to-face engagement with OEM purchasing leaders and industry peers. \nFeatured Speakers: \nMark Barrott \nPartner\, Plante Moran \nVice President\, Society of Automotive Analysts \n  \nDr. Angela Johnson \nPrincipal Management Consulting\, Supplier Relations Analytics\, Plante Moran \n  \n  \nSecure your spot early as space is limited. \n8 a.m. – Registration and Continental Breakfast | 8:30 a.m. – Program \nClicking “Register” will take you to the MEMA Original Equipment Suppliers website to complete registration.
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/17th-annual-purchasing-summit/
LOCATION:Marelli\, 26555 Northwestern Highway\,\, Southfield\, MI\, 48033\, United States
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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