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MICHauto Invites You to Preview the North American International Auto Show

August 31, 2022

Considered one of the most influential automotive events in the world, the North American International Auto Show will now feature a transformed indoor and outdoor experience, including brand-defining vehicles, product ride-and-drives, and dynamic experiential activations.

Learn more below on how you can join MICHauto at Industry Tech Days, an exclusive preview of emerging mobility technologies and engage with innovators, AutoMobili-D, an inside look at future mobility platforms, and the Charity Preview, a signature fundraising gala for children’s charities.

Industry Tech Days

MICHauto invites you to preview the North American International Auto Show before it opens to the general public on Wednesday, Sept. 14, 1-9 p.m., or Thursday, Sept. 15., 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.

Groups of 20 or more will receive credentialed access to a private networking lounge to connect with industry experts and an exclusive invitation to one of two MICHauto panels to discuss Michigan’s mobility future.

A Sustainable Future: Anticipating New Trends In Mobility

Wednesday, Sept. 14, 2:10-2:40 p.m.

Discover how Michigan’s automotive and mobility industry is continuing to improve the high-talent outlook and create an innovation-friendly environment to support next-generation mobility developments.

Explore how the automotive and mobility industry is keeping up with trends in sustainability as the industry evolves.

Panelists:

  • Katelyn Berry, Vice President of Marketing, B2C North America
  • Mike Marchand, Director of Partnerships, Sustainable Development & Mobility, Michelin North America, Inc.

Moderator: Glenn Stevens Jr., Vice President, Automotive and Mobility Initiatives, Detroit Regional Chamber and Executive Director, MICHauto

MICHauto Mobility Tech Stars Panel

Thursday, Sept. 15, 11-11:30 a.m.

The transition to electric, autonomous, and fully connected vehicles is driving a once-in-a-century transformation of the automotive industry. Hear from Michigan’s premier talent creating the cutting-edge technology and vehicles of the new mobility era – and redefining how the world moves.

Panelists:

  • Vince Galante, Global Head of User Experience Design, Stellantis
  • Margarita Mann, HYDROTEC Hydrogen Fuel Cell Business Leader, General Motors
  • Athira Vilson, Power Electronics Engineer, BorgWarner

Moderator: Glenn Stevens Jr., Vice President, Automotive and Mobility Initiatives, Detroit Regional Chamber and Executive Director, MICHauto

Charity Preview

Enjoy the first views of the spectacular 2022 Detroit Auto Show at Charity Preview. This is your opportunity to be a part of one of the most exclusive, high-profile events in Detroit–indoors and outdoors. Join us on Friday, September 16, 2022, at Huntington Place with black tie attire and entertainment by multiple Grammy-winning composer, producer, and guitarist Nile Rodgers with CHIC.