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Our Research Focus
Our Research Focus
New Survey:
New Survey:
Automotive Futures Propulsion Strategies for the 21st Century Survey: Facing Radical Change
Our 2026 Propulsion Strategies for the 21st Century Survey, conducted in partnership with KPMG, explores how shifting market dynamics, evolving regulations, and emerging technologies are shaping the future of vehicle propulsion. Topics include projected market share for ICE, hybrid, and electric vehicles through 2035; the impact of recent federal regulatory changes such as tariffs, CAFE penalty removals, and the elimination of EV tax credits; consumer and manufacturer perspectives on EV adoption; and key technology breakthroughs on the horizon. Industry professionals from vehicle manufacturing, supply, academia, and government were encouraged to participate. All respondents receive a PDF of the results and are entered into a $500 charitable donation drawing.
If You Are Interested in Participating in this Survey, Contact Bruce Belzowski: bbl@umich.edu
Conferences in 2026
Conferences in 2026
February 18th
February 18th
How Safe Are Our Vehicles? Perspectives of Safety Experts
Focus: Emerging vehicle safety risks, technologies, and regulatory perspectives
April 28th
April 28th
The Effects of the New Administration on the Automotive Industry: An Update
Focus: Automotive policy, regulation, and market impacts under the current administration
July 15th
July 15th
18th Annual Propulsion Strategies for the 21st Century: Facing Radical Change
Focus: U.S. automaker propulsion strategies across EVs, hybrids, and alternative fuels
September 16th
September 16th
18th Annual Future of Automotive IT Conference
Focus: Automotive IT trends in connectivity, data, and cybersecurity
November 11th
November 11th
19th Annual Inside China Automotive Conference
Focus: Key trends shaping China’s automotive market and global influence
Featured LinkedIn Post
Featured LinkedIn Post
Automotive Futures’ “2025 Effects of the New Administration on the US Auto Industry” Conference Is Now Available
Our 2025 Effects of the New Administration on the US Auto Industry conference that featured speakers from the Alliance for Automotive Innovation (Michael Hartrick), MEMA. The Vehicle Suppliers Association (Mike Jackson), S&P Global Mobility (Guido Vildozo), and the University of Michigan (Greg Keolian). They focused on the main upcoming issues of the new administration: tariffs, emissions and fuel economy regulations, EV and charging incentives, critical minerals, and the China threat. Thanks to all our speakers for their insights. Check out the conference at our website: www.automotivefutures.org.
We release our conference presentations and video after a year to provide our Affiliates unlimited access for that period of time. If your company would like to join our Affiliate program, please contact Bruce Belzowski at bbl@umich.edu. We’re offering a 25 percent discount for new Affiliates!
Affiliate Program Benefits
Affiliate Program Benefits
2025 Automotive Futures Affiliate Presentation Final_2.pptx★ Free registration to all five annual Automotive Futures conferences for all Affiliate employees; in person, live streaming, and with a link to replay the conference online
★ Exclusive access to full AF research reports and conference proceedings for one year prior to public release
★ Affiliate company profiles featured regularly on our LinkedIn page, reaching our nearly 3,000 followers
★ Affiliate’s name and logo are included on all Automotive Futures marketing materials and correspondence, and on our website
★ Quarterly Affiliate Newsletter including research, conference information and proceedings, and access to archives - see our most recent Newsletter here
★ 20% discount for classes at UM Ross School of Business Executive Education Digital and Open Enrollment Programs
2025 Year in Review
2025 Year in Review
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