--- title: Powering Performance | AIAG | Quality description: Quality | Stay up to date on the latest automotive industry trends, along with AIAG initiatives, events, trainings, publications, products and more. --- [![White AIAG Logo - Uniting Minds.Elevating Standards.](https://blog.aiag.org/hs-fs/hubfs/White%20AIAG%20Logo%20-%20Uniting%20Minds.Elevating%20Standards..png?width=254&height=76&name=White%20AIAG%20Logo%20-%20Uniting%20Minds.Elevating%20Standards..png)](http://www.aiag.org/) ## [Stakeholder Review Now Open: AIAG & VDA SPC Yellow Volume](https://blog.aiag.org/stakeholder-review-now-open-aiag-vda-spc-yellow-volume?hsLang=en-us) Feb 12, 2026 [![SPC Stakeholder Review](https://blog.aiag.org/hubfs/BLOG/SPC%20Yellow%20Book%20Blog.png)](https://blog.aiag.org/stakeholder-review-now-open-aiag-vda-spc-yellow-volume?hsLang=en-us) The **AIAG & VDA SPC Yellow Volume** introduces a refreshed SPC Manual designed to bring clarity and harmonization across the automotive industry. This stakeholder review is your opportunity to help shape the future of SPC guidance. [Read More](https://blog.aiag.org/stakeholder-review-now-open-aiag-vda-spc-yellow-volume?hsLang=en-us) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ## [AIAG Announces Lear’s Toni Hollis as New Quality Steering Committee Co-Chair](https://blog.aiag.org/aiag-announces-lears-toni-hollis-as-new-quality-steering-committee-co-chair?hsLang=en-us) Feb 12, 2026 [![Update](https://blog.aiag.org/hubfs/BLOG/update%20bubble%20-%20blog.jpg)](https://blog.aiag.org/aiag-announces-lears-toni-hollis-as-new-quality-steering-committee-co-chair?hsLang=en-us) With more than 25 years of manufacturing experience and a long history of engaging with AIAG initiatives and events, we’re proud to announce that Toni Hollis, Senior Global Quality Systems Manager at Lear, has been named co-chair of the [AIAG Quality Steering Committee (QSC)](https://www.aiag.org/collaboration-hub/quality-groups/quality-steering-committee). [Read More](https://blog.aiag.org/aiag-announces-lears-toni-hollis-as-new-quality-steering-committee-co-chair?hsLang=en-us) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ## [If You Work with Bar Steel, This Manual Is Essential](https://blog.aiag.org/if-you-work-with-bar-steel-this-manual-is-essential?hsLang=en-us) Feb 12, 2026 [![Bar Steel Questionnaire](https://blog.aiag.org/hubfs/BLOG/Bar%20Steel%20CQI-32%20Blog%20(500%20x%20280%20px).png)](https://blog.aiag.org/if-you-work-with-bar-steel-this-manual-is-essential?hsLang=en-us) Bar steel performance directly impacts product safety, durability, and customer confidence. When variability, gaps in oversight, or inconsistent qualification practices creep in, the risks multiply quickly — across programs, plants, and the entire supply chain. That’s why the [**AIAG CQI-32 Bar Steel System Questionnaire**](https://www.aiag.org/training-and-resources/manuals/details/CQI-32) isn’t optional guidance — it’s a critical industry benchmark. [Read More](https://blog.aiag.org/if-you-work-with-bar-steel-this-manual-is-essential?hsLang=en-us) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ## [AIAG Catena-X North America Conference: Break Down Barriers. Build the Future.](https://blog.aiag.org/aiag-catena-x-north-america-conference-break-down-barriers.-build-the-future?hsLang=en-us) Feb 12, 2026 [![Catena-X Conference](https://blog.aiag.org/hubfs/BLOG/Catena-X%20Conference%20Blog%203.png)](https://blog.aiag.org/aiag-catena-x-north-america-conference-break-down-barriers.-build-the-future?hsLang=en-us) When critical information stays trapped in handoffs, spreadsheets, portals, and one-off formats, the cost shows up in delays, rework, expedite activity, and slower response when issues surface. The industry is moving toward more consistent, governed approaches that support shared visibility, while maintaining appropriate control. [Read More](https://blog.aiag.org/aiag-catena-x-north-america-conference-break-down-barriers.-build-the-future?hsLang=en-us) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ## [Gain Momentum with March Quality Training at AIAG](https://blog.aiag.org/gain-momentum-with-march-quality-training-at-aiag?hsLang=en-us) Feb 12, 2026 [![New Skills](https://blog.aiag.org/hubfs/BLOG/new%20skills%20training%20-%20blog.png)](https://blog.aiag.org/gain-momentum-with-march-quality-training-at-aiag?hsLang=en-us) Whether you’re building foundational knowledge or advancing specific qualifications, our March training schedule is designed to support consistent, job-relevant improvements across the automotive supply chain. [Read More](https://blog.aiag.org/gain-momentum-with-march-quality-training-at-aiag?hsLang=en-us) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ## [Call for Speakers: Shape the Future at the 2026 AIAG Quality Summit](https://blog.aiag.org/call-for-speakers-shape-the-future-at-the-2026-aiag-quality-summit?hsLang=en-us) Feb 11, 2026 [![Quality Summit Call for Speakers](https://blog.aiag.org/hubfs/BLOG/2026%20Quality%20Summit%20Call%20for%20Speakers%20Blog.png)](https://blog.aiag.org/call-for-speakers-shape-the-future-at-the-2026-aiag-quality-summit?hsLang=en-us) The Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG) invites you to submit a presentation proposal for the 2026 AIAG Quality Summit, taking place September 23–24, 2026. [Read More](https://blog.aiag.org/call-for-speakers-shape-the-future-at-the-2026-aiag-quality-summit?hsLang=en-us) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ## [AIAG Welcomes Steve Povenz as Vice President of Quality](https://blog.aiag.org/aiag-welcomes-steve-povenz-as-vice-president-of-quality?hsLang=en-us) Jan 28, 2026 [![Steve Povenz](https://blog.aiag.org/hubfs/BLOG/Welcome%20Steve%20Povenz%20Blog.png)](https://blog.aiag.org/aiag-welcomes-steve-povenz-as-vice-president-of-quality?hsLang=en-us) AIAG is pleased to announce that Steve Povenz has joined the organization as Vice President of Quality, effective Monday, January 26. Steve’s appointment further strengthens AIAG’s commitment to advancing quality excellence across the automotive industry. [Read More](https://blog.aiag.org/aiag-welcomes-steve-povenz-as-vice-president-of-quality?hsLang=en-us) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ## [Streamline Steel Sourcing with the New AIAG CQI-32 Bar Steel System Questionnaire](https://blog.aiag.org/streamline-steel-sourcing-with-the-new-aiag-cqi-32-bar-steel-system-questionnaire?hsLang=en-us) Jan 15, 2026 [![CQI-32](https://blog.aiag.org/hubfs/BLOG/Bar%20Steel%20CQI-32%20Blog%20(500%20x%20280%20px).png)](https://blog.aiag.org/streamline-steel-sourcing-with-the-new-aiag-cqi-32-bar-steel-system-questionnaire?hsLang=en-us) **Standardize bar steel system assessments and accelerate sourcing decisions with the new [AIAG CQI-32 Bar Steel System Questionnaire.](https://www.aiag.org/training-and-resources/manuals/details/CQI-32)** [Read More](https://blog.aiag.org/streamline-steel-sourcing-with-the-new-aiag-cqi-32-bar-steel-system-questionnaire?hsLang=en-us) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ## [Build Practical Knowledge with AIAG’s February Training Courses](https://blog.aiag.org/build-practical-knowledge-with-aiags-february-training-courses?hsLang=en-us) Jan 15, 2026 [![Training and Development](https://blog.aiag.org/hubfs/Training%20and%20Development%20on%20the%20Mechanism%20of%20Metal%20Gears.jpg)](https://blog.aiag.org/build-practical-knowledge-with-aiags-february-training-courses?hsLang=en-us) Ready to start working toward annual training goals? February is the perfect time to deepen your knowledge of core automotive quality processes and compliance requirements — and how they’re applied in everyday practice. [Read More](https://blog.aiag.org/build-practical-knowledge-with-aiags-february-training-courses?hsLang=en-us) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ## [Identify and Bridge Core Tools Knowledge Gaps with CTSA](https://blog.aiag.org/identify-and-bridge-core-tools-knowledge-gaps-with-ctsa?hsLang=en-us) Jan 15, 2026 [![self assessment](https://blog.aiag.org/hubfs/BLOG/assessment%20-%20blog.jpg)](https://blog.aiag.org/identify-and-bridge-core-tools-knowledge-gaps-with-ctsa?hsLang=en-us) Looking for a practical way to identify Core Tools knowledge gaps and track progress over time? Our **[Core Tools Self-Assessment (CTSA)](https://www.aiag.org/training-and-resources/assessments/details/ELCTSA)** helps professionals and their organizations assess current knowledge and focus improvement efforts where they matter most. 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