Automotive Women’s Alliance Foundation

AWAAutomotive Women’s Alliance Foundation (AWAF) is a professional organization dedicated to the advancement of women in the global automotive industry.

In 1993, the Detroit chapter of Women’s Automotive Alliance International (WAAI) was founded. It all started with a casual lunch of 12 women from many different areas of the automotive industry who wanted to connect and share experiences with other …

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The Buick Achievers Scholarship Program

BuickReceive up to $100,000 over four years with The Buick Achievers Scholarship Program.

Are you are making a difference in your classroom and in your community. If you have the passion to succeed—especially in fields of study important to the automotive and related industries—the Buick Achievers Scholarship Program is looking for you. This year, they will award 100 renewable scholarships …

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“Are You Smarter Than Your Teen Driver?” Contest

aaa_smartIt’s likely that learning to drive has changed since your parents got their license. But one thing remains the same—involved parents produce safer teen drivers.  In fact, research says that parents can do two simple things to help make their teens safer behind the wheel:

1. Ensure plenty of practice in all types of situations
2. Share your experience and …

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California Driver Ticketed for Wearing Google Glass

ceci glassGoogle Glass is a hands-free device, but that didn’t stop a California driver from getting a ticket for wearing the headset during a traffic stop this week. Cecilia Abadie, who’s in Google’s Explorer program of people testing Glass before its official launch, got a ticket for speeding — and for wearing a device that could block her view of the …

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NHTSA Adds Backup Cameras to List of Recommended Safety Technologies

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The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced today that it will add rearview video systems to its list of recommended features under its New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). The addition to the list of Recommended Advanced Technology Features was made to encourage improved rearview visibility for the nation’s motor vehicle fleet and help prevent backover …

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