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SUMMARY:10th Annual Automotive Recalls Summit
DESCRIPTION:Held in partnership with: \n \nAfter a record-breaking number of recalls in 2021\, the number of automotive recalls in the past year remained elevated and consistent with the upward trajectory of the last 5 years. Indeed\, 2022 had the second highest number of automotive light vehicle recalls\, second only to 2021. Yet\, the average recall size continues to shrink. Still\, 2022 saw multiple recalls affecting more than 1 million vehicles. And\, as the industry continues to innovate\, new risks are emerging related to electrification\, automation and technology integration. \nThe 10th Annual Automotive Recalls Summit will examine recent trends in the industry\, including: \n\nThe latest automotive recall trends\, including recall size\, type\, and scope.\nWhat is driving the continuing increase in the number of recalls and what does it mean for the future of recalls?\nExamining features of the most dangerous recalls to reimagine customer outreach\, recall completion\, and vehicle safety.\nInterpreting risk profiles for key components to understand the implications for vehicle safety and the cost of recalls.\nDefect risks and opportunities related to environmental exposure\, component assembly failures\, and the latest technology defects.\nHear key insights into emerging issues from our guest speakers from across the industry.\n\n  \nAgenda\n1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Stout Presentation\n3:00 pm – 3:30 pm LexisNexis Case Study\n3:30 pm – 4:00 pm Networking and Discussion with Stout team \n  \nFeatured speakers: \nAlexander Ansley \nChief\, Recall Management Division \nNHTSA \nJennifer Timian\nOwner\nJTT Safety Compliance Specialty\, LLC \n  \nStout speakers: \nRaymond Roth\, Director — Disputes\, Compliance\, and Investigations Group \nNeil Steinkamp\, Managing Director \nRobert Levine\, Director — Disputes\, Compliance\, and Investigations Group \nAnson Smuts\, Senior Manager — Disputes\, Compliance\, and Investigations Group \n  \nNew in 2023: Insights into Non-Responders \nFollowing the presentations and Q&A Session at 3:00 pm\, LexisNexis Risk Solutions will share recent non-responder analysis findings to show a profile of customers who are least likely to respond to recall notices in order to help automakers find more effective means of communicating to those customers and better understand how these consumer insights can be used to help drive recall response rates. \n  \n$49 for SAA members; $99 for non-members (includes 1-year SAA membership)
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/10th-annual-automotive-recalls-summit/
LOCATION:Detroit Marriott Livonia\, 17100 Laurel Park Drive North\, Livonia\, 48152\, United States
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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SUMMARY:Nikola's Zero-Emission Future: The Power of Reinvention
DESCRIPTION:Breakfast\, conversation and a ride in a zero-emission Nikola Tre truck at the birthplace of the Model T \nNikola Corporation\, a leading designer and manufacturer of heavy-duty commercial battery-electric vehicles (BEVs)\, fuel cell electric vehicles\, and energy supply and infrastructure solutions\, is paving the way as a global leader in zero-emissions transportation. \nThrough a business model that will enable corporate customers to integrate next-generation truck technology and hydrogen fueling infrastructure and maintenance\, Nikola and its strategic business partners and suppliers are on a mission to leave the world a better place. \nMeet the Nikola team driving this vision forward and ride along in the Nikola Tre BEV to experience the technology firsthand. While there\, visit the Ford Piquette Museum. \n \nThis is an Automotive Press Association (APA) event\, however\, SAA members can attend at no charge.  \nRegistration is required. 
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/nikolas-zero-emission-future-the-power-of-reinvention/
LOCATION:Ford Piquette Museum\, 461 Piquette Street\, Dearborn\, MI\, 48202\, United States
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230321T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230321T183000
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SUMMARY:Foley’s 2023 Automotive EV Legal Outlook
DESCRIPTION:Join Foley & Lardner LLP’s automotive thought leaders and the SAA at the Detroit Athletic Club on March 21\, 2023 for Foley’s 2023 Automotive EV Outlook discussion and reception focused on resiliency and other key issues in the electric vehicle supply chain. The event features a diverse panel of industry experts to analyze the opportunities and unique challenges suppliers face as they work to align with the industry transition to electrification. This includes financial concerns – capital financing\, market outlook and government incentives\, as well as operational concerns – intellectual property and commercial contracting. \nFoley partners Ann Marie Uetz and Steve Hilfinger will host industry executives and professionals focused on electric vehicles. We are pleased to again present keynote speaker Steve Wybo\, Automotive Practice Lead & Senior Managing Director for Riveron with decades of experience working with automotive suppliers. Steve will provide an overview of the automotive market and best practices for suppliers to thrive as the industry shifts toward electric vehicles.  Foley’s multidisciplinary partners who lead in advising automotive suppliers – including Lynn Gandhi\, Robert Okonowski and Nicholas Ellis – together with industry executives\, will address the developing legal issues as the world shifts toward electrification. The program will be followed by a reception where the discussion will continue. \nAgenda: \n4:00 p.m. – 4:05 p.m.: Welcome Remarks by Ann Marie Uetz \n4:05 p.m. – 4:25 p.m.: Steve Wybo\, Overview of Automotive Market and Best Practices for Suppliers as the Market Shifts Towards EV \n4:25 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.: Lynn Gandhi\, Federal\, State and Local Incentives to Build EV Supply Chain Resiliency \n4:45 p.m. – 5:05 p.m.: Robert Okonowski\, Developing and Executing an IP Strategy in an EV-olving Space \n5:05 p.m. – 5:25 p.m.: Nick Ellis\, Navigating Key Issues and Concerns for EV Supply Chain Contracts \n5:25 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.: Closing Remarks by Steve Hilfinger \n5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.: Reception \nSpeakers include: \n \n  \nAll attendees will receive a copy of Foley’s Annual Automotive White Paper. \n No Cost for SAA Members \n$99 for Non-Members (includes one-year SAA membership) \n \nShare This:
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/2023-automotive-industry-legal-outlook/
LOCATION:Detroit Athletic Club\, 241 Madison Street\, Detroit\, MI\, 48226\, United States
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230223T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230223T130000
DTSTAMP:20260410T193803
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SUMMARY:Smart 3D Electrodes Technology -- Lunch & Learn Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Smart 3D Electrodes Technology\nA Game Changer in the EV Battery Industry\nThe world is on the verge of electrification\, everyone is trying to improve batteries\, and billions of dollars have been spent to create next-generation batteries. Still battery performance is lagging. There are no batteries today that offer both long-range and fast charging. The basic battery structure hasn’t changed in the last 30 years. While other companies are focusing on chemistry to improve batteries – Addionics is focusing on the battery physics – by creating the next generation of batteries with smart 3D electrodes. \nAddionics provides specialized improved rechargeable batteries by redesigning their architecture. With our patent-protected\, scalable Smart 3D Electrodes™ fabrication method\, we enhance battery performance including capacity\, safety\, charging time\, lifetime\, and the cost of the batteries. \nAddionics’ novel smart 3D structure minimizes internal resistance and improves mechanical longevity\, thermal stability\, and other fundamental limitations and degradation factors that are present in standard batteries. This process results in a significant step-change in the performance of all key battery characteristics simultaneously and enables a cheaper cost of ownership. \nThe company uses the first-ever AI for battery design integrated into the manufacturing processes. The AI algorithm allows the company to optimize the electrode structure according to application requirements. Besides performance\, this results in the acceleration of the manufacturing process while reducing costs. \nAddionics 3D battery technology presents a chemistry-agnostic\, low-cost\, drop-in solution\, creating the only high-power and high-energy battery\, without compromises. \nAttend this Lunch and Learn webinar to hear from Moshiel Biton\, CEO and Co-Founder of Addionics (photo to the right)\, and to learn more about the company’s collaborations\, technology next steps\, and the impact of the technology on the industry. \nThis Lunch and Learn is free but registration is required. \n \nShare This:
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/smart-3d-electrodes-technology-lunch-learn-webinar/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230215T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230215T143000
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SUMMARY:Ford's 2023 Trend Report (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will examine how society is adapting – how consumers\, communities and businesses alike are rewriting the rules of living\, working\, buying\, traveling and more. \nJen Brace\, Ford’s Trends and Futuring Manager\, will discuss consumer trends to watch and present highlights of the automaker’s annual Further with Ford Trends Report. Following Jen’s summary of the report\, she will answer questions from attendees. Attendees will also receive a link to access the interactive Trends Report following the meeting. \nAbout Jen Brace: Jen\, Trends and Futuring Manager at Ford\, leads discussions on long-term thinking\, planning and strategic development. By researching demographic shifts\, identifying market outliers and developing data-driven scenarios for the future\, she challenges her colleagues to think through a broad range of possible narratives before settling on a plan of action. Throughout her 19-year career with Ford\, she has launched multiple versions of SYNC in vehicle technology\, led user experience research projects on autonomous vehicles and drove innovation in mobility from Greenfield Labs in Palo Alto\, CA. \nJen currently resides in Plymouth\, Mich.\, and holds a BS in Mechanical Engineering and an MS in Engineering Management from the University of Michigan. \n  \nThis event is free for SAA and APA members (registration required); $39 for non-SAA members \n\nShare This:
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/fords-2023-trend-report-webinar/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230202T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230202T120000
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SUMMARY:36th Annual Automotive Outlook Conference
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by: \n \nThe SAA flagship event will look at what 2023 has in store for OEMs and suppliers and provide updates and forecasts on the North American economic outlook\, sales dynamics\, vehicle production\, electrification and autonomous vehicles. \n  \nModerator \nPhil LeBeau \nCNBC Auto and Airline Industry Reporter \n  \n  \n  \nSpeakers include: \nEconomic Outlook \nRyan Sweet\nChief U.S. Economist\, Oxford Economics \n  \n  \nVehicle Outlook and Disruptions \nBill Rinna\nDirector\, Americas Vehicle Forecast\, LMC Automotive \n  \nEV/Battery Outlook \nJay Hwang\nSenior Analyst\, S&P Global Mobility \n  \n  \nMobility Trends \nMark Barrott\nPrincipal\, Plante Moran \n  \n  \nWall Street Outlook \nColin Langan\nAutomotive and Mobility Analyst\, Wells Fargo \n  \n  \nFactors Affecting Credit Strength \nSteve Brown\nSenior Director\, Corporate Ratings\, Fitch Ratings \n  \n  \n$99 for SAA members; $199 for non-SAA members (includes one-year SAA membership) \n \nShare This:
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/36th-annual-automotive-outlook-conference/
LOCATION:Marelli\, 26555 Northwestern Highway\,\, Southfield\, MI\, 48033\, United States
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221206T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221206T190000
DTSTAMP:20260410T193803
CREATED:20221107T155258Z
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SUMMARY:Automotive Industry 2023 Through the Eyes of Experts
DESCRIPTION:Held in partnership with: \nAs 2022 comes to an end\, many wonder where the automotive industry is heading in 2023\, and if a true resurgence will occur. Key to the resurgence will be the role of the financial community. Banks\, private equity\, turnaround specialists\, lenders\, and others will play critical roles. \nJoin the SAA on December 6 to hear insights from financial experts who will review hurdles and opportunities\, outlooks on consolidation\, investment opportunities\, how the automotive industry is viewed by Wall Street\, and much more. Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres will be served. \n \nSteve Wybo \nSenior Managing Director\, Automotive Industry Lead \nRiveron \nSteven Wybo\, who will moderate the event\, has more than 20 years of experience in providing turnaround\, reorganization\, M&A\, interim management\, and financial advisory services to distressed and underperforming companies. \n  \n \nItay Michaeli \nGlobal Head of Auto Research \nCiti \n\nCiti’s current views on the automotive industry\nHow OEMs are embracing the EV trend; both established and new entrants\nExpectations for AV and new business models that could disrupt today’s automotive value chain\n\n \nBeth Saunders \nESG Practice Lead \nRiveron \n\nHeightened expectations throughout the supply chain are affecting both private and public companies as larger companies are requesting additional disclosures and EcoVadis ratings from their suppliers\nWhat external stakeholders\, including investors and regulators\, are demanding in terms of ESG and what the SEC’s proposed climate and cyber disclosure rules mean for companies moving forward\n\n \nJim Penman \nManaging Director \nDonnelly Penman & Partners \n\nCurrent-impact of supply chain\, raw material inflation\, and labor availability\nMedium term-sourcing dynamics and localization\, and importance of investing in technical talent and solution\nLonger term-ICE to BEV conversion and shift to smarter vehicles-importance of scenario planning\n\n  \n $99 members; $199 non-members (includes 1-year SAA membership) \n \nShare This:
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/4730/
LOCATION:Ford House\, 1100 Lake Shore Rd.\, Grosse Pointe Shores\, MI\, 48236\, United States
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221130T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221130T130000
DTSTAMP:20260410T193803
CREATED:20221017T131321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221017T153729Z
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SUMMARY:Free Lunch & Learn: Recruiting\, Staffing & Retention has Dramatically Changed -- Join the Discussion
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nShare This:
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/free-lunch-learn-recruiting-staffing-retention-has-dramatically-changed-join-the-discussion/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221115T074500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221115T113000
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CREATED:20220929T132534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221019T215751Z
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SUMMARY:Mobility Innovations Summit
DESCRIPTION:Held in partnership with: \n \n \nHosted by: \n \nThe sustained movement toward automotive electrification opens the doors to new solutions to address critical industry needs. Lightweighting is more important now than ever and technologies that enable the future of mobility are a fundamental building block to our future. \nKeynote speaker Kurt Baumgarten\, Partner with GM Ventures\, will discuss GM’s mission and strategy to drive innovation. This event will also examine the latest innovations in materials and identify\, select\, and recognize the best of the best in: 1) Innovations in Automotive Lightweighting and Sustainability and 2) Technologies Enabling New Business Models. \nNETWORKING CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST: 7:45 – 8:30AM\nPRESENTATIONS AND AWARDS: 8:30 – 11:30AM \nSpeakers include: \n \nKeynote speaker: \nKurt Baumgarten \nPartner\, GM Ventures \n  \n \nKeynote speaker: \nAlan Amici \nCEO\, Center for Automotive Research \n  \n  \n  \n \nCraig Lewis \nVice President\, Strategic Transformation\, Constellium\nVice Chair of the Aluminum Transportation Group (ATG) \n  \n \nDarren Womack \nSr. Department Manager\, Body & Chassis R&D\nMagna \n  \n  \n  \n \nAbey Abraham \nPrincipal\, Ducker\nPresident of the SAA \n  \n \nThe panel discussion will be moderated by: \nJamie Butters \nExecutive Editor of Automotive News \n  \nThe four finalists in the Mobility Innovation Awards will present their technologies. The winners of the two categories – Innovations in Lightweighting and Technologies Enabling  Innovation – will be recognized at the end of the event. \n  \n  \n  \n$49 for SAA members; $99 for non-members (includes one year SAA membership – a $150 value) \n \nShare This:
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/mobility-innovations-summit-2/
LOCATION:Bamboo\, 220 S Main Street\, Royal Oak\, MI\, 48067\, United States
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221006T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221006T110000
DTSTAMP:20260410T193803
CREATED:20220829T135649Z
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SUMMARY:Powering the Future with Hydrogen
DESCRIPTION:The event is free to SAA and YPN members\, but registration is required.\n$99 for non-members (includes one year SAA membership; a $150 value)\n 
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/powering-the-future-with-hydrogen/
LOCATION:FORVIA North America\, 2800 High Meadow Circle\, Auburn Hills\, MI\, 48326\, United States
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220915
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220916
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SUMMARY:Exclusive NAIAS Tours
DESCRIPTION:Shift Your NAIAS Experience Into High Gear\n \nExclusive Tours Led by Industry Experts from LMC Automotive\, Plante Moran and Ducker\n(Includes Industry Day Pass for Sept. 15) \n  \n  \nAutomotive industry thought leaders will lead SAA members and guests through exclusive and detailed tours of the 2022 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS). In addition to the tours\, attendees can spend the day using their Industry Day Pass credentials to visit the entire show floor and Automobili-D. \nExperts from Ducker\, Plante Moran\, and LMC Automotive will lead 60-minute tours that examine the latest technologies and vehicles. \nTour topics include: \n \nNew Vehicle Launches (tour provided by LMC Automotive; tour times 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 12:30-1:30 p.m.) \n• Key model launches detailing the “so what” of the vehicle as well as likely success or position in the market.\n• Review of model attributes with an emphasis on competitive position\, technology\, and powertrain\, including EV details.\n• Overview of concept vehicles (technology\, design\, future model). \nKey Technology and Vehicle Milestones (tour provided by Plante Moran; tour times 1 to 2 p.m. and 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.)\n• Models critical to the future of specific OEMs\n• Significant new technology in the battery value chain or autonomous applications\n• Discussion on why specific models or technologies could be “game changers” \nA Focus on Efficiency (tour provided by Ducker; tour times at 9 to 10 a.m. and 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.) \n• Focus on lightweighting\, including OEM material strategies and vehicle content material innovations (aluminum\, magnesium\, advanced steels\, composites\, etc.)\n• Electrification and battery housing\, with an examination of key technologies for battery and materials utilized within the housing of the battery \nDon’t miss this unique and exclusive opportunity to view new models and mobility innovations before the show opens to the public. Each tour will be restricted to 15 people. Attendees will be able to select which tour and topic to attend. \n \n  \n 
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/exclusive-naias-tours/
LOCATION:Huntington Place\, 1 Washington Blvd.\, Detroit\, MI\, 48226\, United States
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220615T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220615T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T193803
CREATED:20220426T011445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220520T192310Z
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SUMMARY:Exclusive Peek Into Microsoft Technologies and Tour of the Microsoft Technology Center
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with: \n \n  \n  \nBrian Willson\, Vice President for Microsoft’s Midwest region will kick off the event with an overview of Microsoft’s go-to-market and investments for the Automotive Industry. Get an exclusive peek into Microsoft Technologies from the Microsoft Technology Center Architects Charles Stacy Harris\, Dave Sawyer\, Chris Campbell\, and Paul Pasek\, and get a tour of the Microsoft Technology Center. Various Microsoft technologies will be on display with focused demonstrations around Cognitive Services\, Internet of Things and High-Performance Computing. \n  \nHighlights of this exclusive event for SAA members will include a discussion of key Microsoft initiatives including: \n\nThe Automotive Industry at Microsoft — An overview of Microsoft’s go-to-market and investments for the automotive industry.\nIntroduction to Azure Cloud — A look at the scale and scope of Microsoft Azure.\nBig Data and AI Overview — Learn how Azure can help you build a platform to collect and gain insight from your structured and unstructured data.\nAugmented Reality (AR)/Mixed Reality (MR) Overview — Seamlessly collaborate\, share knowledge\, accelerate learning\, and solve problems with remote experts using Mixed Reality.\n\nFollowing the speakers\, attendees will be given a tour of the Microsoft Technology Center Tour to speak to company executives and learn more about various Microsoft technologies. \nSpace is limited to 75 attendees.\n$99 for SAA members \n$199 for non-SAA members (includes one-year SAA membership) \nThis event is closed to the media.  \n  \n \nShare This:
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/exclusive-peek-into-microsoft-technologies-and-tour-of-the-microsoft-technology-center/
LOCATION:Microsoft Technology Center\, 1092 Woodward Ave.\, Detroit\, MI\, 48226\, United States
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220607T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220607T130000
DTSTAMP:20260410T193803
CREATED:20220425T201503Z
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SUMMARY:Are Lithium-Sulfur Batteries the Answer for EVs? (Virtual Event)
DESCRIPTION:  \nHosted by: \n \n  \nSAA’s Young Professionals Network (YPN) invites members and guests to a free webinar to hear from Lyten\, an advanced materials and EV battery company based in Silicon Valley\, CA. \n  \nLyten says its LytCell EV battery platform is targeted to have significantly higher energy density than today’s lithium-ion batteries\, and it will be much safer. The batteries could be used in a production EV built in the U.S. by the middle of this decade. The battery platform uses lithium-sulfur cells\, which are different than traditional or even advanced\, solid-state lithium-ion cells. Rather than using nickel\, manganese\, cobalt\, or aluminum in the cathode\, Lyten utilizes sulfur and its proprietary 3D graphene. The company believes this will enable the delivery of cells that are equivalent to or better than competing cells in terms of energy density\, cost per kWh\, ease of materials sourcing\, environmental footprint\, and safety. Lyten’s supply chain is expected to be 100% North America sourced\, without dependencies on uncertain or scarce supply from China\, Russia\, the DRC\, etc. \n  \nFeaturing: \nGreg Deveson\nPresident – Automotive\, Lyten \n  \n  \n  \n  \nKevin Rhodes\nSenior Director of Battery Development\, Lyten \n  \n  \n  \n  \nThe event is FREE but registration is required. \n \nShare This:
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/are-lithium-sulfur-batteries-the-answer-for-evs-virtual-event/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220524T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220524T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T193803
CREATED:20220114T142020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220502T140804Z
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SUMMARY:13th Annual Purchasing Summit
DESCRIPTION:13th Annual Purchasing Summit\nThis event is being presented in person and via Zoom  \nIn partnership with: \n \nHosted by: \n \nSponsored by: \n \nThe SAA and the Original Equipment Suppliers Association (OESA)\, in cooperation with Plante Moran\, and hosted by Marelli will present the 13th Annual Purchasing Summit on May 24\, 2022. Leaders from Plante Moran will share key highlights from the latest Plante Moran North American Automotive OEM-Supplier Working Relations Index® (WRI®) Study. Following\, purchasing executives from Ford\, GM\, Honda\, Nissan and Toyota will provide commentary on the study results and answer questions from event participants. \nAttendees will learn: \n\nHow industry crises of 2021 tested OEM and supplier relations\nWhich OEMs were favored by suppliers in managing through these ongoing crises\nWhich OEMs improved as the suppliers’ customer of choice\nHow accelerated electrification product plans inject risk in commercial relations and supplier responses\nHow supplier relations impact OEM and supplier bottom lines\n\nThere will be networking with the purchasing executives before and after the presentations\, as well as the opportunity to learn about Marelli’s cutting-edge technology. Following the event\, a tour of Marelli’s new North American headquarters will be offered. \nEvent format: \n\n8:00 a.m.    In-Person Registration (8:50 a.m. Zoom Log-in)\n9:00 a.m.    Program\n11:30 a.m.   In-Person Networking Session\n12:00 p.m.  Event Concludes\n\nSpeakers include: \nGene Spektor \nSenior Vice President of Sales & New Business Development\, North America \nMarelli \n  \nDaron Gifford \nPartner\, Strategy and Automotive Consulting Practice Lead \nPlante Moran \n  \n  \nDave Andrea \nPrincipal \nPlante Moran \n  \nModerator: Itay Michaeli \nAnalyst-Autos \nCiti \n  \nOEM Panel Session \nMarc Menden \nExecutive Director\, Global Purchasing & Supply Chain\, Strategy Planning and Operations \nGeneral Motors \n  \n  \nJacklyn Watt \nGlobal Director\, Supply Chain Strategy and Risk \nFord Motor Company \n  \n  \nJim Holloway\n \nGeneral Manager\, Electrical and Electronics\, Purchasing Supplier Development \nToyota Motor North America \n  \n  \nMike Lapham \nGeneral Manager\, Procurement \nHonda Development and Mfg. of America\, LLC \n  \n  \nAllyson Fearns \nDirector\, Purchasing\, Non-Production\, Supplier Diversity \nNissan North America\, Inc. \n  \n  \nRegistration fees: \nRegister on or before May 13\, 2022: $149 \nRegister after May 13\, 2022: $199 \nThis event is closed to the media \n \nShare This:
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/13th-annual-oem-purchasing-executives-summit/
LOCATION:Marelli\, 26555 Northwestern Highway\,\, Southfield\, MI\, 48033\, United States
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220518T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220518T130000
DTSTAMP:20260410T193803
CREATED:20220420T182021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220421T175953Z
UID:4413-1652875200-1652878800@saaauto.com
SUMMARY:Staffing in the Automotive Industry -- A Major Issue (free Lunch & Learn)
DESCRIPTION:Recruiting\, Staffing and Retention have been elevated as major business concerns. This is more than just an HR issue. Anyone who manages people should attend. Hear successes\, challenges and insights from GM\, Microsoft\, Waymo and Stanislaw Consulting. \nSponsored by: \n \nSpeakers include: \nMolly Cantalini \nRecruiting Manager\, Manufacturing and Sourcing \nGeneral Motors \n“Talent development is central to General Motors’ vision to create a future with zero emissions\, zero crashes and zero congestion. Now more than ever\, talent attraction is central to the success of GM and its peers.” \n  \n  \nBrian Willson \nVP Midwest\, US Automotive Leader \nMicrosoft \n“The shift to hybrid work has fundamentally changed the way we operate\,\nspanning people\, places\, and processes.” \n  \nTuyen Tran \nHead of Recruiting\, Product and Engineering Operations \nWaymo \n“Candidates have more options than ever\, so employers need to be at the top of their game.” \n  \n  \nDavid Stanislaw \nFounder and Principal \nStanislaw Consulting\, LLC. \n“When surveyed\, 9 out of 10 employees highlight their manager as one of the top three reasons why they left their job.” \n  \nModerated by: \nChris Nichols \nVice President of Strategy and Implementation\, Job.com \n“The need for a talent pipeline; the supply of talent is more diverse than ever and there’s more competition for the supply.” \n  \nThe event is FREE but registration is required. \n\n \nShare This:
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/staffing-in-the-automotive-industry-a-major-issue-free-webinar/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220506T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220506T130000
DTSTAMP:20260410T193803
CREATED:20220411T150445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220411T152822Z
UID:4356-1651838400-1651842000@saaauto.com
SUMMARY:The Automotive Supply Chain Vulnerability Hiding in Plain Sight (Free Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:The Automotive Supply Chain Vulnerability Hiding in Plain Sight\nHosted by: \n \nThe automotive supply chain contains a constraint that can cause serious disruption for OEMs and suppliers. Supplier program capacity – the total number of new programs a supplier can launch – is limited by the human capital required to support programs with existing processes and technology. Each launch involves program teams drawn from across the supplier organization who use methods that have remained mostly unchanged for decades. Electrification is driving an escalation in program volume. To alleviate the program capacity constraint\, OEMs and suppliers must confront Automotive Program Management — the processes used to design and launch most component part production – to expand supply chain capacity and scale to meet the era of electrification. \nIndependent research by Lifecycle Insights shows that: \n• 91% of suppliers are actively pursuing improvements in program management\n• 65% of program managers are communicating hourly or daily with customers\n• 65% of program managers are sending files hourly or daily to program stakeholders\n• 59% still track using printed paper forms\, and 74% still use spreadsheet software\n• More than 50% report errors being missed\, lack of consistent processes\, and excessive non-value-added activities. \nFeaturing: \nDave Opsahl\nCEO of Actify \n  \n  \n  \n  \nThere is no cost to attend but registration is required.  \n \nShare This:
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/the-automotive-supply-chain-vulnerability-hiding-in-plain-sight-free-webinar/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220426T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220426T143000
DTSTAMP:20260410T193803
CREATED:20220104T171132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220418T153423Z
UID:4111-1650974400-1650983400@saaauto.com
SUMMARY:9th Annual Automotive Recalls Virtual Summit
DESCRIPTION:9th Annual Automotive Recalls Virtual Summit\nIn partnership with: \n \nSponsored by: \n \n2021 was another year of disruptions\, uncertainty\, and events that defied expectations – in the automotive industry and beyond. After the unprecedented challenges of 2020\, the industry had hoped 2021 would bring a greater sense of normalcy\, but the various impacts of the ongoing global pandemic continued to wreak havoc. Nevertheless\, we observed the fewest light vehicles recalled in nearly a decade. Despite the broader challenges\, the industry continued to innovate\, raising the specter of risks related to electrification\, automation and integrated vehicle systems. \nThe 9th Annual Automotive Recalls Summit will examine recent trends in the industry\, including: \n\nThe latest automotive recall trends\, including recall size\, type\, and scope\nWhat caused the notable decline in vehicles recalled in 2021 and what does it mean for the future of automotive recalls – in the U.S. and beyond?\nHow the supply chain disruptions of key vehicle components have impacted the recall landscape and may persist in the upcoming years\nExamining features of the most dangerous recalls to reimagine customer outreach\, recall completion\, and vehicle safety\nSoftware and electronic component defects and the latest recall remedy strategies for software and electronics recalls\nRisks and opportunities related to autonomous driving innovations\nThe electric vehicle revolution is here: what that means for the risk of component failures\, data privacy\, and vehicle safety\nHear from our panel of experts from across the industry sharing insights on emerging issues including:\n\nRecent developments in U.S. recall regulation and enforcement\, particularly related to vehicle automation technologies\, recall administration and completion\, and the investigation of emerging defect issues\nThe intersection of design responsibility\, manufacturing specifications\, and recall cost recovery\nEmerging extremes of recall costs – EV batteries and OTAs – and how they will change the recall landscape\nEmerging risks for recall-related to driver data privacy and consumer protection\nAdvanced recall administration strategies for recalls with the greatest risk and lowest completion percentages\n\n\n\nRegister Today! \n$49 for SAA Members; $99 for non-SAA Members (includes one year of SAA membership) \n \n  \nSpeakers/panelists include: \nStout Presenters: \n\nNeil Steinkamp\nRobert Levine\nRaymond Roth\nAnson Smuts\nChristian Zakhem\n\n  \nDr. Stephen Ridella\, PhD \nDirector\, Office of Defects Investigation \nDept. of Transportation NHTSA \n  \n  \nJohn Tomaszewski \nPartner\, Privacy & Cybersecurity \nSeyfarth \n  \n  \n  \n\n\nAdditional Value: New Case Study on the Impact of Owner Changes on Recall Campaign and Response Rates\n\nAccording to our December 2021 Consumer Survey\, 91% of used car owners expect their OEM to contact them following a safety recall notice\, but as 1% of the car parc turns over every month\, finding and contacting the owners of these recalled vehicles can be extremely challenging.  Following the presentations and Q&A Session at 2:00 p.m.\, LexisNexis Risk Solutions will discuss the impact these ownership changes can have on a recall program’s overall completion and response rates.\n\n\nShare This:
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/annual-state-of-automotive-recalls-summit/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220323T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220323T173000
DTSTAMP:20260410T193803
CREATED:20220130T142350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220214T205803Z
UID:4188-1648051200-1648056600@saaauto.com
SUMMARY:2022 Automotive Industry Legal Outlook
DESCRIPTION:2022 Automotive Industry Legal Outlook\nIn-Person Event Followed by Networking Reception\nHosted by:\n\nThis in-person event presented by Foley & Lardner’s automotive thought leaders and SAA provides an analysis of timely business and legal issues facing the automotive industry in 2022. Key areas of focus outlined in Foley’s Annual Automotive White Paper include critical considerations and anticipated hurdles as the industry continues its transition to electric vehicles\, sustainability\, and heightened enforcement of international regulations.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe program features keynote speaker Steve Wybo\, Automotive Practice Lead & Senior Managing Director for Riveron\, who will discuss the current and near-term state of the automotive supplier industry\, as well as a multidisciplinary panel discussion with several of the partners from Foley & Lardner.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSAA Members: $49\nNon-Members: $149 (includes one-year SAA membership)\n\n\n\n\n\nShare This:
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/automotive-industry-legal-outlook-in-2022/
LOCATION:Detroit Athletic Club\, 241 Madison Street\, Detroit\, MI\, 48226\, United States
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220309T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220309T123000
DTSTAMP:20260410T193803
CREATED:20210810T134122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220209T211226Z
UID:3908-1646823600-1646829000@saaauto.com
SUMMARY:Accessible and Barrier Free AVs and Infrastructure (webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Accessible and Barrier Free AVs and Infrastructure\nAccessible and Barrier-Free Mobility has been unattainable for the vast majority of consumers\, leaving people with disabilities limited options and excluded from a base human right. The narrative around accessible mobility is quickly evolving with the onset of autonomous vehicles. This panel discussion will focus on how to change the narrative from one of an implied obligation to what it really is: an enormous opportunity. \nTim Woods\, general manager of the Autonomous Vehicle Alliance\, will present an executive summary of the Accessible and Barrier-Free Research and discuss the SAE Accessible Roadmap in development. Key executive panelists from Ford\, GM\, and the US Access Board will also share their insights and answer questions. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe event will be moderated by Michelle Krebs\, Executive Analyst for Cox Automotive. \nMember $39\, Non-Member $79 \n \n  \nShare This:
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/accessible-and-barrier-free-avs-and-infrastructure-webinar/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220223T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220223T140000
DTSTAMP:20260410T193803
CREATED:20220119T155357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220121T143710Z
UID:4160-1645621200-1645624800@saaauto.com
SUMMARY:Understanding the Automotive Semiconductor Supply Chain Crisis 
DESCRIPTION:Understanding the Automotive Semiconductor Supply Chain Crisis   \nThe Automotive Press Association (APA) will be hosting a virtual panel of three leading industry experts to discuss the current status of automotive semiconductor supply chain issues. SAA members are invited to attend this APA webinar at no cost. The panel will examine the major causes of the issues\, the likely timeline for resolution\, key risks to the expected supply recovery\, and how the auto industry may change coming out of this crisis. The panel will also answer questions from webinar attendees.\n\nPanelists include: \nPhil Amsrud \nSenior Principal Analyst Semi-Conductor Researcher \nIHS Markit \n  \n  \nDan Hearsch \nManaging Director in the Automotive & Industrial Practice \nAlixPartners LLP \n  \nColin Langan \nLead Automotive Analyst \nWells Fargo \n  \n  \nThe event is free but registration is required. 
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/understanding-the-automotive-semiconductor-supply-chain-crisis/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220217T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220217T130000
DTSTAMP:20260410T193803
CREATED:20220118T140040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220131T134605Z
UID:4145-1645099200-1645102800@saaauto.com
SUMMARY:BI & Data Trends 2022 (Free Lunch and Learn Presented by Qlik)
DESCRIPTION:BI & DATA TRENDS 2022Interwoven:The End of Competition as We Know It\nLunch and Learn presented by:  \nGet ready for what’s coming next. \nAccording to PwC\, nearly 4 out of 5 CEOs believe that remote collaboration will last after the pandemic. And Gartner predicts that through 2025\, 80% of organizations trying to scale digital business will fail because they don’t take a modern approach to data and analytics governance. \nHow will trends like these impact the automotive industry – and what should you do to get ahead of them? Join us on Feb. 17 from noon to 1 p.m. for BI & Data Trends 2022\, where we’ll cover what’s emerging right now\, including: \n\nThe emergence of collaboration mining\nThe evolution of the dashboard\nThe rise of data lineage and explainable BI\nThe use of application automation to trigger action\n\nFeaturing: \nDan Sommer \nSenior Director\, Global Market Intelligence Lead \nQlik \n  \n  \n  \nThis is a FREE event but registration is required. \n \nShare This:
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/4145/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220210T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220210T130000
DTSTAMP:20260410T193803
CREATED:20220131T134047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220131T191208Z
UID:4211-1644494400-1644498000@saaauto.com
SUMMARY:Ford's 2022 Trends Report (Free Lunch & Learn)
DESCRIPTION:As a professional futurist\, Sheryl Connelly has long embraced the mantra that “No one can predict the future\, but that doesn’t mean we can’t prepare for it.” Yet even the most prepared organizations couldn’t have anticipated the pace and fury of change that unfolded over the course of the last two years. Now\, as we barrel into 2022 and look forward to a post-pandemic world\, it’s clear that the changes have changed us. We might be nostalgic for “normal times\,” but we are not who we were. We can look back – but we can’t go back. \nThis session will examine how society is adapting – how consumers\, communities and businesses alike are rewriting the rules of living\, working\, buying\, traveling and more. \nSheryl Connelly\, Ford’s Chief Futurist\, will present highlights of the automaker’s Trends Report. The event will conclude with questions from attendees. \nAttendees will receive a link to access the interactive Trends Report following the meeting. \nFeaturing: \nSheryl Connelly \nChief Futurist \nFord Motor Co. \n  \n  \n  \nThis Lunch & Learn is free but registration is required. \n \nShare This:
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/fords-2022-trends-report-free-lunch-learn/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220127T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220127T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T193803
CREATED:20211011T151341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220118T175146Z
UID:3967-1643274000-1643284800@saaauto.com
SUMMARY:Annual Automotive Outlook Conference (virtual)
DESCRIPTION:The 35th Annual Automotive Outlook Conference on January 27\, 2022 will be held virtually.  \nThe event will look at what 2022 has in store for OEMs and suppliers and provide updates and forecasts on North American sales dynamics\, vehicle production\, electrification and autonomous vehicles. \nThe compelling speaker line-up is led by Elaine Buckberg\, GM’s chief economist\, and Sheryl Connelly\, Ford’s chief futurist. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to understand what the future holds and how best to plan your 2022 strategy. \nSpeakers: \nSheryl Connelly \nChief Futurist \nFord Motor Co. \n  \nElaine Buckberg \nChief Economist \nGeneral Motors \n  \nTyson Jominy \nVice President\, Data & Analytics \nJ.D. Power \n  \nJoe Langley \nAssociate Director\, North American Forecasting \nIHS Markit \n  \nKevin Riddell \nSenior Manager\, Powertrain Forecasts \nLMC Automotive \n  \nMark Barrott \nDirector of the Mobility Intelligence Center \nPlante Moran \n  \nModerator: \nJamie Butters \nExecutive Editor \nAutomotive News \n  \nSPECIAL OFFER: Register by Jan. 14\, 2022\, to receive free registration to the Automotive Press Association’s 2022 Vehicle Roundtable. The Jan. 18\, 2022 event features IHS Markit principal analyst Stephanie Brinley\, Consumer Reports senior director of automotive testing Jake Fisher and Detroit Free Press auto critic and columnist Mark Phelan for a lively discussion about what the new year has in store. \n  \n  \n$99 for SAA members \n$199 for non-SAA members (includes one-year SAA membership) \n  \n \n  \n  \nShare This:\n \n 
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/annual-automotive-outlook-conference-2/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211207T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211207T123000
DTSTAMP:20260410T193803
CREATED:20211011T151428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211129T154413Z
UID:3970-1638874800-1638880200@saaauto.com
SUMMARY:Unprecedented Challenges in the Auto Industry - 2022 Strategies
DESCRIPTION:Unprecedented Challenges in the Auto Industry – 2022 Strategies\nThe past couple of years has created unprecedented challenges for the global supply base. Join the SAA on December 7 for a deep dive into what every automotive supplier should be considering heading into 2022\, and to examine strategies for success. \nHeld in partnership with: \n \n  \n\n\n\n  \nWhat Suppliers Should Be Thinking About\nInsights from Roland Berger’s Annual Global Supplier Study of over 600 suppliers including: \n• Winners and losers among suppliers; why some suppliers are performing better than others\n• Key challenges that should be on the supplier CEO’s agenda\n• Priorities and expectations for 2022 \nSpeaker:Brandon Boyle\, Senior Partner\, Roland Berger \n  \nSupply Chain Shortages; What to Expect\n \n•  The impact of the continuing global chip shortage and when it will improve \n•  Other commodities and materials that may experience shortages \n•  Lasting impacts on the supply chain \n•  Strategic actions to consider in the wake of current supply chain disruptions \nSpeaker: Martin Bodewig\, Partner\, Roland Berger \n  \nGetting Serious About Cost Structure & Efficiencies\n \n• How Industry 4.0 can help you become more efficient and develop effective strategies for dealing with intense margin pressures \n• Managing up and down the supply chain; strategies for negotiating with sub-suppliers and OEMs \nSpeaker: Matt Townsend\, Managing Director\, Riveron \n  \n  \n  \nSupply Chain Dynamics\, Challenges and the Fallout\n• The perils of being an automotive supplier in 2022 \n• Understanding the once in a generation shift in automotive supply chain dynamics and challenges and living with the fallout \n• Finding ways to collaboratively manage commodity\, labor and transportation cost pressures with your suppliers and your customers \nSpeaker: Steve Wybo\, Senior Managing Director\, Riveron \n  \n  \n  \nModerated by: \nColin Langan\, Automotive and Mobility Analyst\, Wells Fargo \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n$59 for members\, $99 for non-members \n \n  \nShare This:
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/global-supply-chain-2022-what-you-need-to-know/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211117T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211117T190000
DTSTAMP:20260410T193803
CREATED:20211011T151524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211012T142725Z
UID:3972-1637172000-1637175600@saaauto.com
SUMMARY:Virtual Tour of the New Rivian R1T All-Electric Full-Size Pick-Up
DESCRIPTION:Virtual Tour of the New Rivian R1T All-Electric Full-Size Pick-Up\nExclusive Member Event\nA virtual\, audience-driven tour that will showcase one of the first production vehicles from the assembly line in Normal\, Illinois. \nThe tour will be led by Ethan Snyder\, Director of Product Research Analytics\, along with key designers and engineers\, live from the Rivian office in Irvine\, California. \nEthan (pictured to the right) will let the audience direct the tour\, zooming in on what you\, the viewer\, request from the gear tunnel to the cup holders\, throughout the interior\, to the front trunk and removable bluetooth speaker. \nConducted Via Zoom (virtual only) \nNo recordings or posting online after the event (you must attend to see it) \nSAA members — $49 \nNon-members: $149 (includes a one-year membership to the SAA) \nClosed to the media \n \nShare This:
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/audience-directed-tour-of-the-all-new-rivian-r1t-electric-full-size-pick-up/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211019T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211019T140000
DTSTAMP:20260410T193803
CREATED:20210903T193331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211011T151707Z
UID:3926-1634648400-1634652000@saaauto.com
SUMMARY:The View from Asia (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:The View from Asia\n\nThe Chinese automotive industry is evolving rapidly. The country has cemented its position as a powerhouse in the global EV industry\, resulting in an EV boom as roughly 12% of new cars sold there are electric. Consolidation among China’s crowded EV market is expected\, as companies vie to become the next Tesla. The shortage of chips and semiconductors has affected China which has seen its new car sales slide for four consecutive months.  And how (and when) will Chinese automakers be welcome in the United States\, Europe and other global markets? \nAttend SAA’s October 19 webinar where the Chinese automotive industry will be dissected by Michael Dunne\, CEO of ZoZo Go\, an advisory firm specializing in China’s electric and autonomous tech markets. Michael’s compelling views on the Chinese market have made him one of the SAA’s most popular speakers. \nTopics for discussion include: \n\nThe Global Race for Supremacy in Electrics: China vs. Europe vs USA\nChina’s Fab Five EV Startups. How Big\, How Fast\, How Real?\nUS-China Tensions: “We Are In the Foothills of a Cold War” (Kissinger)\nChinese Automakers Coming to America: The Pipeline to  2025\nDetroit in China: The Beginning of the End?\n\nThe event will be moderated by Joe White\, Global Automotive Industry Editor for Reuters. \n\n\n\n\nShare This:
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/the-view-from-asia-webinar/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210922T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210922T080000
DTSTAMP:20260410T193803
CREATED:20210810T125039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210907T133330Z
UID:3895-1632297600-1632297600@saaauto.com
SUMMARY:Experience Motor Bella
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy Networking and a Look at the Latest Trends Followed by a Day at Motor Bella\n8:00 – 9:30 a.m. Networking Breakfast and Insights in an Open Air Tent\n9:30 a.m. Self-Tour Motor Bella (Ticket Provided)\nM1 Concourse\, Pontiac\, Mich.\nSAA members and guests can experience Motor Bella firsthand on September 22. Motor Bella is the all-new\, next-generation mobility event being held at the M1 Concourse in Pontiac\, MI. \nAttendees will enjoy a networking breakfast\, followed by thought leaders from Ducker\, IHS Markit and LMC Automotive providing their insight on what to look for at Motor Bella\, trends from the participating automakers and suppliers and much more. Credentials will be provided so attendees can walk the grounds and experience all the events occurring during the second “Industry Day.” \nMotor Bella will feature a wide range of mobility and technology exhibits\, panel discussions\, product launches and presentations from automakers\, suppliers and tech companies at the 87-acre M1 Concourse. There will be on-track and off-road demonstrations\, along with the AutoMobili-D tech showcase\, which will feature more than 50 start-ups and suppliers. \nSpeakers representing: \nAbey Abraham\, Managing Director\, Ducker \nUpdate on materials and lightweighting \n— Importance of CO2 regulations for lightweighting \n— Aluminum and advanced high strength steel’s role in meeting goals \n— Aluminum pricing vs. steel pricing \n  \n  \nMichael Fiske\,  Associate Director\, Research & Analysis\, Automotive\, Powertrain and Compliance\, IHS Markit \nUpdate on BEV Market \n— Ambitious BEV proclamations/announcements \n— What is driving BEV (legislation\, infrastructure\, consumer adoption\, etc.) \n— Topline of IHS Markit’s latest outlook \n— Electrification highlights at Motor Bella \n  \nJeff Schuster\, President\, Global Forecasting\, LMC Automotive \nImpact of chip shortage and other disruptions \n— Updated outlook and recent downgrades to forecast \n— Return to normal; what does that mean or look like? \n— Launches\, risks and other trends \n  \n  \nRegistration includes continental breakfast and pass to Motor Bella \n$79 for SAA members \n$179 for non-members (includes one-year SAA membership) \n \nShare This:
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/experience-motor-bella/
LOCATION:MI Concourse\, 1 Concourse Drive\, Pontiac\, MI\, 48341\, United States
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210818T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210818T143000
DTSTAMP:20260410T193803
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SUMMARY:Reimagining the Future of Mobility
DESCRIPTION:Reimagining the Future of Mobility\nJoin the SAA and its Young Professionals Network (YPN) as a panel of experts discuss Reimagining the Future of Mobility. The panel will address the mobility ecosystem as a whole. Topics include: \n\nHow government policy and regulation shape mobility and the adoption of new technologies\nWhat start-ups are doing to fill in gaps for mobility\, and how it fits into macro trends\nHow accelerators are bringing international ideas into the mobility ecosystem and helping to launch start-ups and provide them a platform to go to market\n\n \n\nFree for YPN and SAA members; $49 for non-members\nJoin the SAA today for only $75 for a year’s worth of savings\n \nSAA’s YPN is an inclusive association of professionals looking to differentiate themselves and grow professionally in the evolving automotive industry. Click here for more information on the YPN. \n  \nShare This:
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/reimagining-the-future-of-mobility/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210622T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210622T130000
DTSTAMP:20260410T193803
CREATED:20210513T144638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210513T173420Z
UID:3787-1624363200-1624366800@saaauto.com
SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn Featuring LMC Automotive: Updated Market Overview and Powertrain/EV Forecasts
DESCRIPTION:Free Lunch & Learn Featuring LMC Automotive\nThis Lunch & Learn will feature the latest market forecast from LMC Automotive’s Jeff Schuster.  Al Bedwell will then discuss the electric vehicle market and the company’s new product — the “Global Hybrid and EV Bulletin.”  The Bulletin is a new monthly service that provides global reporting and a region by region look at the EV market\, starting with last month’s performance. The new offering also delves into key factors driving the volumes such as the regulatory environment by region\, new model launches\, and OEM-specific strategies. It compliments LMC’s long-term market forecast for EV volumes. \n \nJeff Schuster \nPresident\, Global Forecasting \nLMC Automotive \n  \n  \nAl Bedwell \nGlobal Director\, Powertrain/EV Forecasts \nLMC Automotive \n  \n \n  \nThere is no cost to attend but registration is required. You will receive log-in instructions the day prior to the event. Please check your email (and spam folder) for those credentials.  \n \n 
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/lunch-learn-featuring-lmc-automotive-updated-market-overview-and-powertrain-ev-forecasts/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210608T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210608T110000
DTSTAMP:20260410T193803
CREATED:20210315T173902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210513T203708Z
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SUMMARY:Toyota R&D Advanced Mobility Update
DESCRIPTION:Note: This is a re-scheduled event and will be virtual. No action is required if you have previously registered for this event. If you are not sure if you are registered\, send an email to info@saaauto.com.  \nTechnology is radically reshaping mobility in ways that will profoundly impact communities around the world. SAA members are invited to hear directly from Toyota executives and receive an update on the world’s largest automaker’s R&D activities relating to the next generation of mobility on June 8\, 2021. \nThis “members-only” virtual event will feature two Toyota North America (TMNA) senior executives who will examine how the company is leading the way to mobility’s future\, including: \n\nAn update on Supply Chain status and Toyota’s vision for future supplier collaboration and engagement.\nToyota’s vision of future mobility using a human-centric approach to technology development.\n\nSAA Board Member and respected industry analyst Daron Gifford will discuss Plante Moran’s research on the future of mobility and the crucial role for suppliers. \n \nRobert Young \nGroup Vice President\, Purchasing Supplier Development\nToyota Motor North America\, Inc.\nBased at Toyota’s Research & Development headquarters in York Township\, Mich.\, Young is responsible for overseeing all vehicle parts and materials\, indirect manufacturing procurement and supplier development\, and preparation for TMNA Research & Development. Young joined Toyota in 1995 and has served in a series of roles in the Purchasing division\, including several buying and department general manager roles.\n  \nMonte Kaehr\nGroup Vice President\, Advanced Mobility Research & Development\nToyota Motor North America\, Inc.\nKaehr is responsible for technical strategy and planning of advanced mobility solutions. Previously\, he served as the Toyota Sienna chief engineer\, and prior to that\, Toyota Camry chief engineer for the North American region. Kaehr joined Toyota in 1992 as a design engineer in Japan and moved to Toyota’s North American Research & Development division in 1998 where he progressed through a series of positions in Body Engineering and Product Development.\n  \n \nDaron Gifford \nPartner\nPlante Moran\nGifford is partner-in-charge of the firm’s strategy and automotive industry consulting practices. With more than four decades of industry experience in automotive\, manufacturing\, energy and experience\, he is known for his versatility and thoughtful\, strategic insights as a trusted advisor to executives globally.\n  \nThis event is sponsored by:
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/members-only-event-at-toyota/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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