Center for Automotive Research

The Center for Automotive Research (CAR), is a non-profit research organization that informs and advises through independent research, education, and events.

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CAR’s latest research on China’s automotive competitiveness is getting national attention. Elizabeth Krear, President & CEO, discusses the forces shaping China’s global position.

Article: https://t.co/VRcospLTw4
White Paper: https://t.co/Ujli67ghFJ

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🗓️ MBS 2027: May 24–26 at Saint John’s Resort in Plymouth, MI!

Join us on May 25 for a full day of high-impact programming, focused on the decisions that matter most to automotive leadership. MBS includes pre- and post-event workshops and networking throughout May 24-26.

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Catch CAR at the Alliance for Automotive Innovation’s Get Connected Webinar!
We’re excited to share that our CEO, Elizabeth Krear, will be joining the Alliance for Automotive Innovation for their upcoming Get Connected: Electric Vehicle Quarterly Report webinar.

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Join us as we continue the conversation from MBS on the future of sourcing and procurement in uncertain times.

📅 September 22, 2026
🕙 10:00 AM ET

🔗 Register now and join the conversation: https://t.co/i5txWJXzjI

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In a recent Automotive News article, Tyler Harp, Industry Economist at CAR, shared his perspective on the growing divide between vehicle assembly employment and supplier jobs.

Read the full Automotive News article: https://t.co/WdY7VOR1hi

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Join us as we continue the discussion from MBS on the future of Sourcing and Procurement in Uncertain Times.

📅 September 22, 2026
🕙 10:00 AM ET

Register now and join the conversation: https://t.co/i5txWJXzjI

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CAR’s new white paper, China’s Automotive Surge: The Six “S” Framework Underpinning China’s Global Competitiveness, examines the six reinforcing factors behind China’s rise:

📄 Read the full white paper: https://t.co/AbOoXMMNYK

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We’re proud to see CAR research recognized in the report and contributing to the understanding of how trade policy is shaping automotive investment, employment, and competitiveness.

📄 Read the full report: https://t.co/mJuYjS8LyR

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📣 Check out our member's upcoming event!

Join Oakland County Department of Economic Development for the Hydrogen Ride & Drive on Aug. 26. Explore hydrogen mobility, connect with industry leaders, and experience hydrogen vehicles firsthand.

https://t.co/ZZeTTYElAz

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Looking back on MBS 2026. 🎬

Thank you to our speakers, sponsors, partners, members, and attendees for making this year's MBS a memorable one.

A few months later, we're still reflecting on the conversations, connections, and ideas that made MBS 2026 one to remember.

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Demo Day was where innovation met the road.

Here's a look back at one of the most exciting days of MBS 2026.

#MBS2026 #Automotive #Mobility #AutomotiveInnovation #FutureOfMobility #Transportation #TechInnovation #ConnectedMobility #IndustryLeaders #Innovation

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At CAR MBS 2026, automotive leaders from the U.S. and Canada examined what “China Speed” means for North American competitiveness.

Read CAR’s new executive summary, China Speed: Mapping the Product Development Race and North America’s Response: https://t.co/h624J6u3f1

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Software is redefining the future of mobility.

Discover how automakers can accelerate software development, deliver connected customer experiences, and adapt products for global markets in KPIT's MBS 2026 session.

🎥 Now streaming on demand. Watch now: https://t.co/RGktVVD4GB

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Watch the MBS 2026 keynote fireside chat with Duncan Aldred and John Bozzella to hear how General Motors is navigating today's evolving automotive landscape.
Watch now: https://t.co/LuHxbxv4y2

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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 tomorrow, July 22 at 1:00 PM ET for Connected Safety at Scale.

Register today: https://t.co/EB1fGtUVLC

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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.

📅 July 22 | 1:00 PM ET

Dont miss out: https://t.co/EB1fGtUVLC

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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.

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

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MBS CAR Partner Day featured executive roundtables on Where Tariffs Hit and China Speed, bringing members together to discuss trade policy, competitiveness, and the future of North America's automotive industry.

Learn more about our partnerships programs: https://t.co/mJCpBVnYeS

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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.

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At #MBS2026, Matt Blyth, Servio De Araujo, Len Prokopets, and Bill Newman discussed how AI is transforming procurement amid growing uncertainty. Key takeaway: resilience, stronger supplier relationships, and data-driven decision-making are critical advantages.