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September 2020 edition
U.S. and CANADA AUTOMOTIVE
U.S. Automakers Ready for a Quick Pivot to Electric Vehicles

Staffing woes put U.S. car industry's remarkable rebound at risk

U.S. Vehicle Inventories Exceptionally Lean Going Into Fall

Track autonomous vehicle testing in your state with this new tool from the US government

Michigan to develop corridor for connected and autonomous vehicles

L.A. auto show move ‘a declaration of war’ on shows in Detroit, New York
"Autonomous Vehicles Fundamentals" Online Course
"Connected Vehicle Professional Certification" - Online Course
INTERVIEW OF THE WEEK
The latest Audio Interview features Elaina Farnsworth, an acclaimed speaker, published writer and thought leader in the Autonomous Vehicle and Cybersecurity industries. She currently serves as the CEO of The NEXT Education, a remote learning platform that offers knowledge and power to innovate and advance the intelligent transportation and new mobility industry.
Listen to Elaina Farnsworth Interview here
U.S. and CANADA AUTOMOTIVE (continued) ...

Applications open for the Ontario Automotive Modernization Program

Canadian auto exports bounce back after pandemic shutdown

ETAuto: China's budget EV maker Kandi eyes setting up North American manufacturing plant

The Good, Bad, and Ugly of the Canadian auto industry's summer 2020 recovery

Tesla holds 80% of US EV market despite losing federal tax credit

Electric vehicle sales in Canada fell sharply in Q2 2020, at height of COVID-19 lockdown
"Connected Vehicle Professional Certification" Online Course
GM, Nikola Cozy Up in EV, Fuel-Cell Markets

Online Car Sales Valuable Tool in Canada’s COVID Era

Automotive Forecasters See Longer Product Cycles
McLaren Unveils All-New, Lightweight Vehicle Architecture

Exide Launches Battery-Testing App

Rimac Automobili Welcomes Nico Rosberg To Owner’s ‘Family’
The USMCA Brings Challenges for the Border Automotive Industry

Mexico: Nuevo Leon and Jalisco lead the country’s labor recovery

Mexico: Auto parts production could amount to US$76 billion in 2020: INA
THOUGHT LEADERSHIP
This Audio Interview features Robert Peels. Based on the revolutionary modeling ideas that he developed while working as strategy director for Royal DSM, a ten billion dollar Dutch chemical multinational — in 2011, Robert Peels started Flostock, a consultancy specialized in volatility. Flostock is now providing stock & flow analyses for many volatile industries, including petrochemicals, semiconductors, oil, food, agriculture, and housing.
Listen to Robert Peels Interview here
This Audio Interview features Daron Gifford, Partner, Strategy Consulting Services Leader, Automotive Industry Leader, and Commercial Due Diligence Services Leader for Plante Moran. Mr. Gifford is also one of the automotive industry’s leading experts.
Listen to Daron Gifford Interview here
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SUPPY CHAIN AND TRADE
USMCA Rules of Origin: De Minimis as an Alternative To Qualify for Tariff Preferences

The USMCA's impact on supply chain compliance

How Automobile Supply Chains Continue to Drive Innovation

Five-Month Update: State Of U.S. Transportation During COVID-19

Travelers rank Detroit as the best mega airport in America

South Carolina Ports laying groundwork for larger ships

Watch: The Tipping Point for Reshoring Production to the U.S.

U.S., Europe Face Hurdles to Cut China Reliance for Rare Earths

Outlook for Warehousing Market Remains Positive
Download report: "Covid-19: Challenges in the Automotive Industry Amid Factory Restarts in Europe"

"Intelligent Transportation Fundamentals" Online Course
Free Trial: "Duty Explorer" - A Simple App to Determine 301 Tariffs from China and the EU

Listen to over 30 Interviews on global supply chain and purchasing related topics.
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GLOBAL SALES AND MARKETING

90 DAY MARKETING PROGRAM
For Automotive OE Suppliers, Aftermarket Suppliers and Automotive Related Companies
Learn more & see if you qualify, register here
No doubt about it, the effects of Covid-19 have been a huge blow for the auto industry. But there are opportunities out there if you act fast. With competitors cutting marketing budgets and OEMs searching for new suppliers – now’s the time to lift your game, not throw in the towel.

To learn more, and apply to see if you qualify for the 90 Day Marketing Program. Register here.
MANUFACTURING & ECONOMY
The United States, China, and the contest for the Fourth Industrial Revolution

U.S. Confidence Starts to Rebound

U.S.: Home Sales May Equal Auto Sales

Canada: What is post-COVID-19 growth going to look like?

United States Economic Forecast: Update August 2020

Made in America: 20 Top U.S. Cities for Manufacturers

Manufacturing Sees an Increase in Job Openings
GLOBAL PURCHASING & SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT

The Duty Explorer: A Simple App to Determine 301 Tariffs from China and the EU

  • App is ideal productivity tool for purchasing departments
  • Instantly identify duties to include in landed costs calculations

How it works:
To use the Duty Explorer, all you need do it enter the 10-digit HTSUS code and the country of origin. Then all Section 301 issues related to that HTSUS code will appear in a few lines. With this minimal information and a few simple selections based on the import transaction the user can determine the inclusions and exclusions in seconds, saving considerable time.

To learn more or to subscribe to FREE TRIAL, please visit here.
FINANCE, TAX, LEGAL AND M&A
AAM v. Neapco Misreads Federal Circuit Precedent to Create a New Section 101 Enablement-like Legal Requirement – Part II

Watch: The State of E-Invoicing in the U.S.

Don’t Let the Signs Fool You, The Courts Are Open and Rendering Justice

U.S.: Investing in Distressed Tech Start-Ups

To Reclaim or Not to Reclaim, That Is the Question

TaxNewsFlash-Canada

COVID-19: Government of Ontario Extends Deemed Emergency Leave

Employers Hesitant, Confused Over Payroll Tax Suspension
ONLINE COURSES, CERTIFICATION
The NEXT Education platform provides access to leaders in the intelligent transportation and new mobility industries giving you the opportunity to learn from those working in the field every day.

MicroTrax Online Courses, Certifications & Credentials:

  • Autonomous Vehicles Fundamentals
  • Connected Vehicle Professional (CVP) Certification
  • ITS & New Mobility Communications
  • Intelligent Transportation Fundamentals

To learn more, to register, or to download Online Course brochures, visit this page.
HR & TALENT MANAGEMENT
Canadian autoworkers pick Ford as possible strike target

U.S.: Second ex-United Auto Workers president charged with embezzling union funds

How Canada Accommodates Working Parents During COVID-19

What Is The Future For Your Technology Workforce?

EEOC: In the Post-COVID-19 Era, Remote Work Not Automatically a Reasonable Accommodation

U.S. Department of Labor Revises Regulations Under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act

Canada: CRA further extends travel restrictions relief

S.F. Bay Area tech workers reveal if they've left the region during Covid-19

Listen to over 30 Interviews on international HR related topics.
Visit HR & Talent Management Interviews page here (listen to over 30 Interviews)
The latest Audio Interview features Lynn Greenberg, Founder and CEO of Pivt, the mobile app designed to reduce churn and improve the well-being of relocated and transient employees. Previously, Lynn worked at Bloomberg LP in London and then as a Senior Associate at Autonomy Ventures, where she procured startup deal-flow, managed teams, and drove value creation for portfolio companies.
Listen to Lynn Greenberg Interview here
EVENTS
PRIVATE WEBINAR SERIES by Involvation and Flostock
Apply to participate on any of these dates: September 16, 23, 30, October 7, 14, 21, 28
"Managing Upcoming Volatilities in the Global Automotive Supply Chain: Taming the Bullwhip Together” for automotive suppliers with revenues of $50+M
To learn more or to register, visit here.

WEBINAR (September 21-24): by FOLEY
US: "Preparing and Prosecuting Patent Applications to Withstand Post-Grant Attack"
To learn more or to register, visit here.

WEBINAR (September 24): by Harris Bricken
"China Cybersecurity Law: No Place to Hide"
To learn more or to register, visit here.

VIRTUAL SUMMIT (October 6-8): by MexicoNow
"Mexico's Manufacturing Supply Chain Summit"
To learn more or to register, visit here.

VIRTUAL SUMMIT (November 11-13) by Reuters Events
"Automotive Summit & Exhibition"
To learn more or to register, visit here.

SUMMIT (December 9-10) by MEXICONOW
"Mexico's Auto Industry Summit"
To learn more or to register, visit here.

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