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A big thank you to our sponsors for making the Automotive News Congress the can’t-miss industry event of 2024.   We had meaty conversations with industry leaders that weaved together the latest thinking on some of the thorniest of issues: The U.S. presidential election, the threat of Chinese automakers (and their components) and the slowing growth of electric vehicle sales. For detailed coverage please visit autonews.com.   Mark your calendar for our 2025 Automotive News Congress event next September 22-23, 2025. Ford Motor Company Georgia Department of Economic Development McKinsey & Company Novelis JobsOhio Eaton ArcelorMittal Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development Atlas Copco Magna International Crain Currency

This month for the Automotive News “Women of Influence” series, sponsored by Epsilon, we interviewed Kate Fabian, director of marketing communications at Hyundai Motor America.   Fabian talks about how women should not be afraid to take on challenges but instead see them as opportunities. Being uncomfortable, she says, allows you to grow.   You can find Fabian’s story and other interviews about empowering future female leaders here: https://lnkd.in/eSirPRT

Though often overlooked, a service department is a crucial profit center for a dealership.   During the pandemic, service departments kept many dealerships afloat. But service and parts departments face their own challenges, including customer retention, finding and keeping technicians, and integrating the latest technology.   This November, Automotive News will publish a multipage editorial section that looks at the most pressing issues facing service and parts departments.   Don’t miss the opportunity to align your brand with this important topic.

Less than two weeks remain to register for the Automotive News Congress Sept. 23 and 24. Among the highlights:   • Exclusive access to keynote speakers from Ford Motor Company, General Motors, and Volkswagen of America, Inc.   • Panel discussions about electrification, software-defined vehicles, the impact of Chinese automakers and the shifting landscape of auto retailing.    • Opportunities to network with industry experts, suppliers and dealers, as well as members of the 2024 class of the Automotive News Rising Stars.   Register now to secure your spot. https://lnkd.in/gasBms9j Jim Farley, Pablo Di Si, Marin Gjaja, Rory Harvey

Automotive News covers artificial intelligence.   This fall, Automotive News will take a deep dive into applications of AI throughout the automotive industry. We’ll explore how automakers, suppliers, dealerships and technology providers are leveraging AI to drive innovation.   Over two issues we will cover: • AI in Automotive Manufacturing in the Oct. 21 issue  • Technology and AI in Automotive Retail in the Oct. 28 issue   Don’t miss the opportunity to align your brand with this important topic.

This month for the Automotive News “Women of Influence” series, sponsored by Epsilon, we interviewed Claudia Marquez 🖤, COO of Genesis Motor North America. “I think that being confident and being strong is very important,” Marquez said. “Working in this environment, big companies like this can be really intimidating. Staying true to yourself is key.”   You can find Marquez’s story and other interviews about empowering future female leaders here: 

Fascinating insights can be found in the 2024 EV Charging Infrastructure Study conducted by the Automotive News Content Studio in partnership with Future Energy.

Look forward to seeing you at the Automotive News Congress September 23-24.

Time is running out! Sharon Kitzman