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Toyota invests $11.1M in Indiana schools to boost STEM programs

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million in schools in Indiana to boost their STEM programs. The investment supports future STEM careers in the area, including job opportunities in the auto industry. During the unveiling of the new Grand Highlander three-row SUV, the Japanese automaker also announced an $803 million investment in Indiana.

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DOT awards U-M-led hub $15M for connected and automated transportation

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Headquartered in Ann Arbor, the center sits near the heart of the US auto industry and represents Illinois, Indiana, Minnesota, Ohio and Wisconsin, as well as Michigan. The courses reached students at Washtenaw Community College, Purdue University and U-M.

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UAW strikes: GM shuts down Kansas plant and lays off 2,000 workers

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Jeep, Chrysler and Dodge owner Stellantis announced plans to lay off 68 workers at an Ohio facility, warning of another 300 layoffs in Indiana if the situation does not improve. The company predicts a similar situation at a transmission and casting plant in Kokomo, Indiana. What are your thoughts?

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CAR report quantifies automotive’s position as a leading high-tech industry

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A newly-released report by the Center for Automotive Research (CAR) concludes that the automotive industry is not only “high-tech,” it is frequently a leader in technological developments and applications. Additionally, the auto industry provides 16% of total worldwide R&D funding for all industries. Click to enlarge.

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New lightweight metals institute will be headquartered in Detroit

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The last tenant of the 107,000-square-foot property was Mexican Industries, which made plastic moldings for the auto industry until filing for bankruptcy in 2001. Most of these jobs will be in the metal stamping, metalworking, machining and casting industries that are dominant in the Midwest.

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Duke Energy and ITOCHU to assess second-life applications for Li-ion automotive batteries

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According to some auto industry estimates, electric vehicle (EV) batteries that can no longer charge to approximately 80% of their original capacity may be candidates for replacement. Initial testing will occur in Duke Energy’s Indiana service territory.

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The EV Transition Explained: Policy Roadblocks

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Public opposition to wind turbine projects is growing in Illinois, Indiana and Ohio as well. These are complex, intertwined and global issues well beyond the control of either CARB or the auto industry.” Vinsel further notes, “Successful regulation is fragile.”

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