CAR Has Decided Not to Convene the 2012 Business of Plugging In
After discussion with key vehicle manufacturers and other event stakeholders, the Center for Automotive Research (CAR) has decided not to convene the 2012 Business of Plugging In (BPI). The CAR conference team would like to thank attendees, speakers, sponsors and partners who made BPI an outstanding and successful event over the past three years.
The goal of BPI is to highlight the challenges and opportunities of creating a viable PEV business model—a challenge that continues to create problems for many PEV start-ups and early products.  CAR sees this challenge—and yes, even opportunity—continuing, and is actively researching the topic. However, many of the key stakeholders in BPI indicated they wished to instead focus efforts on technology development.
CAR continues to evaluate advanced powertrain technology trends, and will work to offer events that reflect the needs of industry stakeholders.  For example, the Advanced Powertrain Forum at the CAR Management Briefing Seminars (MBS), August 6-10, Traverse City, MI, will include a session focused on the plug in electric vehicle technologies as part of a broader look at powertrain technology and strategy. Registration for MBS is now open at cargroup.org.
Again, thank you for your interest and support during the last three years. Please feel free to give me call if you wish to further discuss BPI, or other PEV activities at CAR.
Sincerely,
Brett Smith
Co-Director, Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology, Center for Automotive Research
Attendee Benefits
- Panels, workshops and breakouts focused on advancing the PEV market
- Exclusive ride-and-drive opportunity featuring the latest production-ready PEVs
- Interactive exhibits showcasing the latest innovations in PEVs and charging infrastructure
- Networking opportunities
Conference Sponsors
Tues, Oct 11
Wed, Oct 12
Thurs, Oct 13
- Media Ride and Drive 1-4:30 p.m.
- Workshops 2-5 p.m.
- Exhibition 4:30-8 p.m.
- Welcome Reception 6-8 p.m.
- Panels and Sessions 8 a.m. -4:30 p.m.
- Exhibition 9:15 a.m.-6 p.m.
- Ride and Drive 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
- Gala Dinner 6:30-8:30 p.m.
- Panels 8 a.m. -1:15 p.m.
- Exhibition 9:30-10:30 a.m.
- Ride and Drive 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
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Who Should Attend?
Bankers, policy makers, purchasing directors, marketing professionals, EV engineers and other leaders in automotive manufacturing: utility, energy and infrastructure companies; federal, state and local government; battery supplier; component suppliers; regional economic development authorities; associations; academics and researchers; and media.
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Contact:
For additional information on how you can become involved with the Business of Plugging In conference e-mail CAR_Events@cargroup.org or phone (734) 662-1287.
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.
