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SUMMARY:Energyside chat with EVgo’s CEO Badar Khan and GM’s Head of Public Charging Will Hotchkiss
DESCRIPTION:The Automotive Press Association and Society of Automotive Analysts invite you to attend an “Energyside” chat with EVgo’s CEO Badar Khan and GM’s Head of Public Charging Will Hotchkiss\, moderated by Axios’ Joann Muller\, at EVgo and GM’s new flagship charging site at the Meijer store in Warren\, Mich.\, on Tuesday\, August 11. \nThe Energyside chat will explore how the industry is powering progress in EV infrastructure and elevating the charging experience. Topics include: \n\nThe evolution of U.S. public charging and the EV driver experience: What have we learned and how are we applying those lessons for the future?\nPartnerships that power progress: Why collaboration is critical to meeting drivers where they are.\nNew tools for drivers: What innovations are improving the charging experience?\nThe role of data: Turning insights into action to improve reliability and the customer experience.\nLooking ahead: What will the EV charging experience look like three years from now?\n\nEVgo and GM’s new flagship station features an overhead canopy and pull-through access to accommodate vehicles pulling trailers\, a mixture of 12 CCS and NACS stalls\, and high-power charging capable of delivering a full charge in as little as 15 minutes\, depending on the vehicle.  \nSpeakers: \n \n  \nBadar Khan \nCEO \nEVgo \n  \n \n  \nWill Hotchkiss \nHead of Public Charging \nGeneral Motors \n  \n \n  \nModerator: Joann Muller \nTransportation Correspondent  \nAxios \n  \nAgenda: \n9:00 a.m.    Arrivals\, networking and refreshments \n9:30 a.m.    Energyside chat and audience Q&A \n10:30 a.m.  Flagship charging site demo (optional) \n11:00 a.m.  Lunch and station ribbon cutting (optional) \n  \nQuestions? Contact Kevin Singer (kjsinger345@gmail.com)\, Andrea Knapp (andrea.knapp@evgo.com)\, or Stuart Fowle (stuart.fowle@gm.com). \nThere is no cost to attend\, but registration is required. 
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/energyside-chat-with-evgos-ceo-badar-khan-and-gms-head-of-public-charging-will-hotchkiss/
LOCATION:EVgo Flagship Charging Station at Meijer Warren\, 29505 Mound Road\, Warren\, MI\, 48092\, United States
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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/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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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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