4th Americas Forum
Forging the Future of Sustainable Mobility Manufacturing in America
October 21- 22, 2026
Detroit, MI, US
A Rapidly Growing Global Platform since 2022
CARES has connected over 1,000 automotive Sustainability leaders and top OEMs worldwide.
CARES' Origin & Purpose
In 2022, industry leaders recognized the urgent need for a unified forum to tackle the pressing sustainability challenges facing the automotive sector. CARES was created to fill that gap.
Our mission is five-fold:
- Foster Green Manufacturing Practices: Accelerating the shift from traditional production methods to sustainable, eco-efficient manufacturing processes
- Enhance Cross-Sector Collaboration: Connecting automakers, suppliers, innovators, and policymakers to share best practices and co-develop solutions
- Anticipating Regulatory Changes: Staying ahead of evolving regulations to help the industry maintain compliance and competitive advantage
- Meet Consumer Expectations: Supporting the growing demand for ethically produced eco-friendly vehicles
- Lead the Industry Transition: Establishing CARES as the thought leader in driving the transition toward a low-carbon, sustainable future for the automotive industry
Through CARES, the automotive industry is poised to achieve lasting advancements in sustainable car manufacturing — setting the stage for a greener, more responsible sector, globally.
Why Attend CARES 2026?
Where sustainability meets manufacturing excellence — and collaboration accelerates industry transformation
1. Learn from Sustainability Leaders Driving Global Change
Hear directly from the OEMs, Tier-1 suppliers, and industrial innovators who are already delivering results. Sessions feature firsthand accounts from sustainability leaders at companies like Toyota, BMW, and Volvo, sharing real strategies that reduce emissions, optimize energy use, and future-proof production lines.
2. Discover Proven Solutions for Decarbonized Manufacturing
CARES goes beyond high-level concepts. Every session showcases tangible industrial results — from energy-efficient paintshop technologies and circular-economy material loops to breakthrough process redesigns and digital tools enabling measurable carbon reduction. Leave with a clear roadmap for your next sustainability initiative, not just inspiration.
3. Connect with the Decision-Makers Defining Tomorrow’s Mobility
Meet sustainability directors, manufacturing leaders, procurement teams, and advanced-materials specialists who are shaping the global transition to cleaner mobility. Forge partnerships that accelerate innovation, enhance brand value, and give you a competitive edge in the race to net zero.
RELIVE CARES 2024
At CARES 2024, the automotive industry united to celebrate real breakthroughs in sustainable car manufacturing. These were the moments that defined progress — not just for our sector, but for the world.
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