Mobility MI

Trying to convince your family to go electric this Thanksgiving? Here are a few ways Michigan is making it easier than ever.

The inaugural Michigan Mobility Conference was a huge success. Will we see you next year?

The Michigan Department of Transportation, supported by federal National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Program funds, is expanding the construction of EV charging stations across the state. The funding will help install chargers along Michigan’s major highways to connect urban and rural areas, increase accessibility, and alleviate range anxiety.

A new partnership between Electreon, Xos Trucks, and the state of Michigan aims to expand wireless charging for commercial vehicles, including UPS trucks in Detroit. Building on the U.S.’s first wireless EV charging roadway, this initiative will integrate cutting-edge technology to reduce costs and downtime for electric fleets.

Through a new program, Wayne State University and Michigan Central have teamed up to establish a college-to-career pathway, creating more career opportunities in mobility and supporting student growth.

Lamppost EV charging startup Voltpost is teaming up with AT&T to bring internet connectivity to EV charging posts across Michigan and the Metro-Detroit area.

We are proud to announce the successful deployment of our automated bus at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore in Michigan.🌿   The automated bus, equipped with flowride.ai’s SAE Level-4 automated driving platform, delivered a smooth, seamless experience as it navigated 7.4 miles at a maximum speed of 20 MPH through stunning landscapes. The project showcased exceptional performance with features that ensured easy accessibility, impressive uphill drive capability, and efficient downhill control, successfully adapting to complex environments, including narrow roads shared with hikers and cyclists. It also connected three key stops, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in nature throughout their journey.   The SAE Level-4 automated bus at Sleeping Bear Dunes exemplifies how innovation can elevate the visitor experience and promote a sustainable future. Join us in celebrating this milestone as we continue to shape the future of public transportation by making mobility smarter, greener, and more inclusive. U.S. DOT Volpe National Transportation Systems Center Federal Highway Administration State of Michigan Michigan Economic Development Corporation National Park Service ARIBO NextEnergy #AutonomousVehicles #PublicTransportation #AutomatedDriving #FutureOfMobility #AutomatedBus

The City of Grand Rapids is launching the DART Program, a carshare service with an exclusively EV fleet. The program will allow residents to rent a car for a low hourly or daily rate and will be available throughout the community.

Consumers Energy is deploying 18K devices that will use AI to gather information about how EVs affect the power grid. The data will be used to understand how charging stations can be accommodated while maintaining reliability.

You won’t want to miss this special edition of #TheMichiganOpportunity podcast featuring key players in the mobility industry from the inaugural Michigan Mobility Conference. Tune in: puremi.ch/4f7wlzc 🎤 Justine Johnson, Chief Mobility Officer at the Michigan Office of Future Mobility and Electrification 🎤 Camille Hoisington, Director of Ecosystem Development at Traverse Connect 🎤 Kameale C. Terry, Co-Founder and CEO of ChargerHelp 🎤 Josh Naramore, Senior Program Manager, Policy at the NACTO (National Association of City Transportation Officials) 🎤 Allison Bowman, Head of Business Development at Tubular Network 🎤 Timothy Papandreou, Founder and CEO of ETA Advisors 🎤 Vincent Keenan, Head of Innovation Engagement at the City of Detroit