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One day away.Connected safety is no longer a future concept. It's a present-day imperative.Join CAR and HAAS Alert tomor...
07/21/2026

One day away.

Connected safety is no longer a future concept. It's a present-day imperative.

Join CAR and HAAS Alert tomorrow, July 22 at 1:00 PM ET for Connected Safety at Scale, a webinar exploring how industry leaders are turning connected data into measurable, life-saving action.

📅 July 22 | 1:00 PM ET

Speakers:
Jennifer Morrison, Director, Vehicle Safety Strategy, Mazda North American Operations
Jeremy Agulnek, Chief Product Officer, HAAS Alert
Jarrod Del Prado, Vice President of Business Development, PrePass Safety Alliance
Eric Violland, Director, Automotive Technology, AAA National
Randy Starr, Head of Logistics Software, Kodiak
Lisa Krusemark, Research Scientist, Center for Automotive Research

Register today: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_xYWdOr0QTRe9hkwzQLb6Nw?_gl=1*l1ryai*_gcl_au*NzI5NDYxNjYuMTc3ODA4NDM5OQ..*_ga*NDIzNzE3NTU3LjE3NzA4MjY2ODI.*_ga_L8TBF28DDX*czE3ODIzOTUxODkkbzQzJGcxJHQxNzgyMzk1NDAzJGo1OCRsMCRoMA.. #/registration

What does it take to scale connected safety from pilot programs to real-world impact?Join CAR and HAAS Alert for Connect...
07/14/2026

What does it take to scale connected safety from pilot programs to real-world impact?

Join CAR and HAAS Alert for Connected Safety at Scale and hear how industry leaders are deploying connected technologies that improve situational awareness, strengthen collaboration, and help save lives.

Featuring experts from HAAS Alert, Mazda, AAA, Kodiak, PrePass Safety Alliance, and CAR.

📅 July 22 | 1:00 PM ET

Dont miss out: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_xYWdOr0QTRe9hkwzQLb6Nw?_gl=1*l1ryai*_gcl_au*NzI5NDYxNjYuMTc3ODA4NDM5OQ..*_ga*NDIzNzE3NTU3LjE3NzA4MjY2ODI.*_ga_L8TBF28DDX*czE3ODIzOTUxODkkbzQzJGcxJHQxNzgyMzk1NDAzJGo1OCRsMCRoMA.. #/registration

A lot can happen in 250 years.From horse-drawn carriages to software-defined vehicles, AI-powered manufacturing, and aut...
07/04/2026

A lot can happen in 250 years.

From horse-drawn carriages to software-defined vehicles, AI-powered manufacturing, and autonomous mobility, the automotive industry has never stopped moving forward.

This Independence Day, we celebrate the innovators, engineers, manufacturers, and leaders whose ideas continue to drive what's next.

Happy Fourth of July from all of us at the Center for Automotive Research. 🇺🇸

07/01/2026

MBS 2026 CAR Partner Day, members participated in two roundtables tackling some of the industry's biggest challenges: Where Tariffs Hit: Understanding Real-World Impacts on Parts, Tooling, and Vehicles and China Speed: Mapping the Product Development Race and North America's Response.

Discussions explored how tariff uncertainty is affecting investment, innovation, and supply chains, while also identifying the organizational, technological, and strategic changes needed for North America to compete in an increasingly fast-paced global automotive market.

Thank you to our ACP and Affiliate members for contributing their expertise and helping inform CAR's future research.

Learn more about our partnerships programs: https://www.cargroup.org/programs/

At MBS 2026, Hannah Lutz moderated a discussion with Tom Bowen, Mazen Hammoud, Milena Kabashi, and Alan Taub on the futu...
06/30/2026

At MBS 2026, Hannah Lutz moderated a discussion with Tom Bowen, Mazen Hammoud, Milena Kabashi, and Alan Taub on the future of vehicle electrification in a multi-propulsion world.

The panel stressed that continued electrification will require coordination across automakers, utilities, charging providers, policymakers, and academia. Key topics included improving charging reliability and speed, advancing battery technology, addressing workforce shortages, and helping consumers better understand EV ownership.

The takeaway: electrification is not just about vehicles. It requires an entire ecosystem working together to improve the customer experience and support long-term adoption. The panel also noted that hybrids and plug-in hybrids are expected to remain an important part of the propulsion mix for years to come.

At MBS 2026, SAP's 8th Power Lunch brought together Matt Blyth, Servio De Araujo, Len Prokopets, and Bill Newman to disc...
06/30/2026

At MBS 2026, SAP's 8th Power Lunch brought together Matt Blyth, Servio De Araujo, Len Prokopets, and Bill Newman to discuss how procurement organizations are adapting to an increasingly uncertain business environment.

The discussion explored how trade policy shifts, geopolitical tensions, labor constraints, and supply chain disruptions are reshaping sourcing strategies. Panelists emphasized that resilience is becoming just as important as cost management, while AI is helping automate procurement processes and support faster, more informed decision-making.

The takeaway: success in today's environment requires stronger supplier partnerships, greater analytical capabilities, and a more strategic approach to procurement.

At MBS 2026, Sarah Puro moderated a discussion with Andres Castrillon, Mark Champine, Emily Frascaroli, and Ryan Rummer ...
06/29/2026

At MBS 2026, Sarah Puro moderated a discussion with Andres Castrillon, Mark Champine, Emily Frascaroli, and Ryan Rummer on the future of vehicle safety and the role of driver behavior in reducing traffic fatalities.

The panel emphasized that improving road safety is a shared responsibility among automakers, suppliers, regulators, technology companies, policymakers, and drivers. While ADAS and AI-powered technologies continue to improve safety outcomes, driver attention and engagement remain essential.

The takeaway: safer roads require both advanced technology and responsible driving, supported by stronger driver education and greater alignment of safety standards across markets.

Connected safety is no longer a future concept. It’s a present-day imperative.Join CAR and HAAS Alert on July 22 for Con...
06/29/2026

Connected safety is no longer a future concept. It’s a present-day imperative.

Join CAR and HAAS Alert on July 22 for Connected Safety at Scale, a webinar exploring how industry leaders are turning connected data into measurable, life-saving action.

Hear from experts across automotive, safety, and technology as they share real-world lessons on designing, deploying, and scaling connected safety solutions.

📅 July 22 | 1:00 PM ET

Speakers:
Jennifer Morrison, Director, Vehicle Safety Strategy, Mazda North American Operations
Jeremy Agulnek, Chief Product Officer, HAAS Alert
Jarrod Del Prado, Vice President of Business Development, PrePass Safety Alliance
Eric Violland, Director, Automotive Technology, AAA National
Randy Starr, Head of Logistics Software, Kodiak
Lisa Krusemark, Research Scientist, Center for Automotive Research

Register today: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_xYWdOr0QTRe9hkwzQLb6Nw?_gl=1*l1ryai*_gcl_au*NzI5NDYxNjYuMTc3ODA4NDM5OQ..*_ga*NDIzNzE3NTU3LjE3NzA4MjY2ODI.*_ga_L8TBF28DDX*czE3ODIzOTUxODkkbzQzJGcxJHQxNzgyMzk1NDAzJGo1OCRsMCRoMA.. #/registration

Last week at MBS 2026, Drew Coleman moderated a discussion with Susan Corbin, Jon Lane, Wilm Uhlenbecker, and Kurt Wedgw...
06/26/2026

Last week at MBS 2026, Drew Coleman moderated a discussion with Susan Corbin, Jon Lane, Wilm Uhlenbecker, and Kurt Wedgwood on how AI, automation, and emerging technologies are transforming the future of work.

The panel emphasized that AI is more likely to augment jobs than replace them, helping workers improve safety, quality, productivity, and decision-making. The discussion also highlighted the importance of building trust, focusing on practical use cases, and preparing the workforce with the skills needed to deploy and maintain advanced technologies.

The takeaway: the future workforce will evolve alongside AI, and collaboration between industry, education, workforce agencies, and policymakers will be critical to ensuring a successful transition.

Last week at MBS 2026, KPIT's Power Breakfast brought together industry leaders to discuss how software, AI, and custome...
06/26/2026

Last week at MBS 2026, KPIT's Power Breakfast brought together industry leaders to discuss how software, AI, and customer experience are reshaping the future of mobility.

The discussion highlighted the growing importance of software-defined vehicles, with Chinmay Pandit noting that "the new horsepower is code" and automotive software is expected to see significant growth through 2030. Parrish Hanna emphasized that the next era of intelligent mobility will be defined by customer experience, while Terry Woychowski offered a compelling perspective on the speed and competitiveness of emerging global vehicle platforms.

The takeaway: as the industry evolves, software, digital experiences, and speed of innovation are becoming just as important as traditional vehicle engineering.

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