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  • The Road Ahead – Innovation, Investment, and the Next Era of Mobility

    FORVIA North America 2800 High Meadow Circle, Auburn Hills, MI, United States

    Hosted by: Explore the Future of the Automotive Industry with Top Experts and Decision-Makers The mobility industry is at an inflection point. As electrification, autonomy, and software-defined vehicles take center stage, what comes next? The Road Ahead brings together the industry's top executives, investors, and innovators to navigate the shifting landscape and uncover opportunities in…

  • Coffee Break: Mid-Year Review of the Automotive Industry

    Join the experts from Plante Moran for an insightful webinar as they explore the current state of the automotive industry. They will delve into the impact of tariffs on vehicle volumes, electrification trends, and the availability of rare earth materials. What are SAA Coffee Breaks? We know your time is limited and valuable. SAA's Coffee…

  • Disrupted: The New Competitive Reality in Automotive

    Caresoft Global 31770 Enterprise Drive, Livonia, MI, United States

    Hosted by: U.S. and legacy OEMs and suppliers are facing immense pressures today -- not just from policy shifts like tariffs but from a new wave of highly competitive and fast-moving international players. Join the SAA and Caresoft Global for a timely discussion exploring the broader forces shaping today’s automotive landscape, focusing on China’s emerging…

  • Lunch & Learn Webinar: Bridging Auto Opportunities: Gordie Howe International Bridge Coming Soon

    With construction nearing completion, the Gordie Howe International Bridge will soon add another crossing option between Ontario and Michigan through the Windsor-Detroit corridor. The new six-lane bridge will provide additional crossing capacity, advanced onsite processing facilities, and highway-to-highway connectivity, delivering unparalleled benefits for supply chains, industry, and commercial users moving goods through this key trade…

  • Coffee Break: How Manufacturers Approach Advanced Technology Planning

    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…

  • YPN Event: Dinner and Hot Laps at the M1 Concourse

    MI Concourse 1 Concourse Drive, Pontiac, MI, United States

    There is no cost to attend for YPN members, but registration is required.  Click here to join the YPN for free if you are not yet a member. 

  • Coffee Break: The Fast Lane Series — Automotive Update

    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…

  • Coffee Break: How Are Vehicle Manufacturers Leveraging KPIT’s Left Shift Strategy for Cost Reduction?

    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. 

  • Lunch & Learn Webinar: Software-Defined Chassis — How By-Wire Tech Unlocks New Levels of Performance, Safety and Efficiency

    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,…

  • Lunch & Learn Webinar: Disruptions from Tariffs, Changing Regulatory Stances, and the Product-Development Shifts at the Automakers

    Automotive companies must pursue wholesale transformation of their operations if they hope to survive the existential level of disruptions hitting the industry today, from tariffs and other geopolitical actions to less-than-expected electric-vehicle sales to the continued rise of many hyper-competitive Chinese auto companies, regionalization pressures, supply constraints, ADAS opportunities, and software-defined vehicle architectures. Join the…