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ABOUT CAR
The Center for Automotive Research,
a nonprofit organization, is focused on a wide variety of important
trends and changes related to the automobile industry and society
at the international, federal, state and local levels.
CAR conducts
industry research, develops new methodologies, forecasts industry
trends, advises on public policy, and sponsors multi-stakeholder
communication forums.
Funding Sources >>>
Programs
Affiliates Program
To fulfill its mission, CAR maintains strong relationships with industry, government agencies, universities, research institutes, labor organizations, and other major participants in the international automotive community. CAR launced an Affiliates Program to strengthen those industry ties and build support of ongoing service activities.
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Automotive Communities Partnership
The Automotive Communities Partnership is a unique, non-profit, community-industry partnership administered by the Center for Automotive
Research.
Automotive Communities Partnership >>>
Program for Automotive Labor and Education
This new program at CAR brings together leaders in the automotive industry, education, training, organized labor, workforce development and government with the goal of sustaining and improving the quality of the automotive workforce in North America's automotive manufacturing and engineering center.
Program for Automotive Labor
and Education >>>
Staff
View a list of CAR staff >>>
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RESEARCH
The Center for Automotive Research is involved in the research of significant issues that relate to the
future direction of the global automotive industry. CAR's automotive industry research is performed by
distinct groups and programs.
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Research Reports and Studies
View recent publications >>>
JUST RELEASED:
IntelliDriveSM Initiatives in Michigan: Leading the States Forward.
JUST RELEASED:
Contribution of the Automotive Industry to the Economies of All Fifty States and The United States
PRESS RELEASE: New Study Confirms Auto Industry Continues to Contribute Significantly to U.S. Economy, Employment
Manufacturing Remains Critical to GDP
JUST RELEASED: CAR Research Memorandum:
The Economic and Fiscal Contributions of the "Cash for Clunkers" Program--
National and State Effects
PRESS RELEASE: CAR Trade Mission to Italy Promotes Business and
Investment from Fiat and Italian Automotive Suppliers
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CONFERENCES
The Business of Plugging In
A Plug-In Electric Vehicle Conference
October 12-14, 2010
Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center
Detroit, Michigan USA
To register >>>
Last year was a sell-out! Plan to register early for this year's event. Visit the conference website for updates: www.bpiconference.com
Mark your calendar for the 2010 Business of Plugging conference. Detroit's second annual plug-in electric vehicle (PEV) conference will take place October 12-14, 2010 at the Marriott at the Renaissance Center in Detroit, Michigan. This conference will bring together a diverse mix of leaders from the automotive, utility, academic, finance and new technology industries for three days of business development, education, and networking.
Hosted by the Center for Automotive Research in partnership with presenting sponsors, DTE Energy and General Motors Company, this conference will offer up-to-date information on the business side of plugging in from leaders in the various industries.
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August 1-4, 2011
The 2010 CAR Management Briefing Seminars concluded on Thursday afternoon, August 5. Key speakers included executives from Chrysler,
Ford, GM, and Bob King of the UAW. Additional speakers included leaders from BMW, Toyota, Honda, Nissan and
Volkswagen as well as from Continental, Johnson Controls, Tata Technologies and Yazaki.
The Honorable Governor Jennifer Granholm addressed the Automotive session Wednesday morning.
Press Release August 4, 2010-Center for Automotive Research, Automakers,
Suppliers Recognize Michigan Governor Jennifer Granholm for her Contributions to the Auto Industry at
CAR Management Briefing Seminars
The award was presented during the morning session on Wednesday, August 4, 2010 at CAR’s Management Briefing
Seminars. Award Letter.
Speaker presentations are available with permission. >>>
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CAR Breakfast Briefing Series
Gas, Diesel and Hybrid Technology: Pathways for Achieving Cost-Effective Fuel Economy
Tuesday, June 8, 2010
7:30-11 a.m.
Ann Arbor Marriott Ypsilanti
at Eagle Crest
Ypsilanti, Michigan USA
This Briefing focused on the results of the just-released National Research Council report, "Assessing Fuel Economy Technologies for Light Duty Vehicles." A number of the authors, including CAR's Dr. Jay Baron, will commented on the report's results about technology options for increased fuel economy.
Presentations from the Breakfast: >>>
Report Summary: >>>
The NRC news release and report are available at: News Release and Report
Sponsored by: 
Conference Information: >>>
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