Hot Topics - Electrification Investment Trends in North America

Confronting the Challenges of Automotive’s Future: A Preview of the 58th Annual Management Briefing Seminars (MBS) this August

Get ready for an inside look at the highly anticipated 58th Annual Management Briefing Seminars (MBS) hosted by the Center for Automotive Research (CAR) from July 31-August 3, 2023. MBS has long been recognized as a pivotal platform for industry leaders, experts, and enthusiasts to gather and discuss the latest trends, challenges, and advancements in the automotive sector. Join us as we explore what's in store for attendees, and the exciting changes this year, and hear exclusive previews from key organizers. Discover the latest trends in electric infrastructure, trade & policy, autonomous vehicles, and more, as industry leaders share their insights. Don't miss this captivating preview of the event happening this summer that is shaping the future of the automotive industry. Learn More or Register: https://www.cargroup.org/mbs/ [https://www.cargroup.org/mbs/]

Adopting the Changes from ICE to ACE Ride Sharing Vehicles – Featuring Carter Lloyds of QAD

On this episode of the CAR podcast, CAR Research Fellow Brett Smith is joined by QAD [https://www.qad.com/] Chief Marketing Officer Carter Lloyds. Brett and Carter discuss the rapid growth of the EV industry in the last 2-3 years both in terms of consumer acceptance and investment of the industry. They take a closer look at how manufactures can adopt changes from ICE to ACE Ride Sharing Vehicles and leverage the disruption for competitive advantage.

Hot Topics - Electrification Investment Trends in North America

On this episode of the CAR Podcast, Bernard is joined by CAR Industry Analyst and Assistant ACP Director Julia Bush to cover the latest trends in automotive investments in North America, specifically in electrification. They discuss where patterns are emerging and the most recent results from CAR's proprietary Book of Deals database.

Consumer Services for EVs and ADAS Testing - Featuring Greg Brannon of AAA

On this episode of the CAR Podcast, Brett welcomes guest speaker and CAR Affiliate, Greg Brannon, Director of Automotive Engineering and Industry Relations at AAA. The two of them discuss the shifts in repairs, roadside assistance, and other consumer services in an increasingly electrified world. They also cover the work that AAA is doing in the ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) space.

Hot Topics - Electric Vehicle Market Success

On this episode of the CAR Podcast, CAR Research Directors Bernard Swiecki and Brett Smith discuss the recent market success of electric vehicles and share their thoughts on future EV growth.