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An electric car could cost you less than you think

April 23, 2014

All-electric cars like the Nissan Leaf, Chevrolet Spark or Honda Fit EV cost less than many people think.

2014 BMW i3 Electric-Car Production Rises To Meet Strong Demand

April 23, 2014

The 2014 BMW i3 electric car has represented a major risk for its maker, but at the moment, it seems to be paying off.

Tesla delivers its first electric cars in China; delays upset some

April 22, 2014

Tesla Chief Executive Elon Musk on Tuesday handed over the keys to the first nine electric vehicles the California car company has sold in the country

'Kick Gas' Movie: Driving Across U.S. In Electric Car & Motorcycles

April 22, 2014

The electric vehicle documentary Kick Gas is being released today, on Earth Day 2014.

Electric cars star at Beijing motor show

April 21, 2014

Electric vehicles are centre stage at the Beijing International Automotive Exhibition.

Daimler/BYD Joint Venture Unveil Plans for All-Electric Car for China

April 21, 2014

Daimler AG, the German automotive group, Sunday unveiled plans to build an all-electric vehicle with its Chinese partner BYD.

May 02, 2014

CAAT Annual Conference

5/2/2014 - 5/2/2014

This special conference by the Center for Advanced Automotive Technology (CAAT) will be held at the Macomb Community College South Campus on May 2, 2014.

Location: Macomb Community College South Campus

Target Audience: Educators;Students;Industry Professionals/Practitioners;Researchers;General Public

May 02, 2014

The Electrifying Ride and Drive

5/2/2014 - 5/2/2014

See what EVs are all about from behind the wheel. Reserve your seat today.

Location: Macomb Community College South Campus

Target Audience: General Public

May 13, 2014

CAAT to Participate in NSF ATE Day Event

5/13/2014 - 5/13/2014

CAAT Director and Co-Principal Investigator (PI), Bob Feldmaier, has been invited to be a panelist at the National Science Foundation (NSF) Advanced Technological Education (ATE) Day event in Charleston, South Carolina. The event is being hosted by the Center for Aviation & Automotive Technical Education using Virtual E-Schools (CA2VES) and Clemson University on May 13, 2014. Over 20 technical colleges have been invited to attend from South Carolina, North Carolina and Georgia.

Location: Charleston, South Carolina

Target Audience:

May 19, 2014

University Bound

5/19/2014 - 5/20/2014

University Bound is a summer program co-sponsored by the CAAT, Wayne State University (WSU), Macomb Community College (MCC), and the National Science Foundation (NSF). The program is targeted towards community college students considering transferring to WSU or other baccalaureate granting institutions. It's an opportunity for students to get acquainted with campus life. In the program, students attend two days of workshops geared at improving their college experience and supporting their goal of graduating with a bachelor's degree. Linking the two days of workshops is an overnight stay in one of WSU's dormitories.

Location: Macomb Community College (MCC)

Target Audience: Students

May 28, 2014

CAAT to Co-Sponsor PlugVolt Energy Storage Seminar

5/28/2014 - 5/29/2014

The CAAT will co-sponsor the PlugVolt Energy Storage Seminar which will take place on May 28-29, 2014 and is being hosted by NextEnergy at the NextEnergy Center in Detroit, MI. It is anticipated that the event will be attended by approximately 100 people.

Location: NextEnergy Center in Detroit, MI.

Target Audience: Educators;Students;Industry Professionals/Practitioners;Researchers;General Public

June 07, 2014

6th Annual Michigan Electric Vehicle Show & Rally

6/7/2014 - 6/7/2014

CAAT will be participating at the 6th Annual Michigan Electric Vehicle Show & Rally.

Location: Schoolcraft College - Livonia MI

Target Audience: Educators;Students;Industry Professionals/Practitioners;Researchers;General Public