News & Events

News, stories, and events that showcase how OFME is working to enhance Michigan’s mobility ecosystem by enriching lives, creating equitable opportunities, and connecting Michiganders to a brighter future.

Upcoming Mobility & Electrification Events

22

Oct

October 22 - 23, 2024

Reuters Automotive USA

Detroit, MI - USA

24

Oct

October 24, 2024

The Mobility Conference

Detroit, MI - USA

30

Oct

October 30 - 31, 2024

AABE Midwest Summit

St. Louis, MO - USA

12

Nov

November 12 - 13, 2024

American Automotive Summit

Detroit, MI - USA

06

Apr

April 6 - 9, 2025

Sea Air Space 2025

National Harbor, MD - USA

Mobility & Electrification News

Renaissance Rising: Michigan Central Station's Triumphant Return

A century-old landmark becomes the cornerstone of Detroit's innovation future, powered by strategic partnerships and MEDC support

Grants Under Federal Partnership make Michigan’s National Parks More Accessible

National Park Mobility Challenge grants will enhance access and visitor experience

Gov. Whitmer Announces New $50M Federal Michigan Maritime Manufacturing (M3) Initiative

New jobs programs and pipelines to get Michiganders into needed manufacturing jobs

Lt. Governor Gilchrist Announces Over $6 Million to Four Projects Furthering the State’s Advanced Aerial Mobility (AAM) Leadership

Funding will support companies advancing the development and deployment of AAM technologies and infrastructure

Gov. Whitmer Announces Grants to Secure Future of Advanced Automotive Manufacturing in Michigan

Funding from Biden-Harris administration’s Inflation Reduction Act will retrofit factories, create and support good-paying jobs, bring supply chain home

Michigan Top in the Nation for Clean Energy Investments, Automotive Prowess

Rankings from Business Facilities and Climate Power build upon Michigan’s advancements across industries

DEKRA announces $22.8 million investment to establish Automotive Test Center of Excellence in Michigan

The Germany-based company’s investment will build on the state’s leadership in the electrification of the automotive industry

Five Business Expansions bring 390 New Jobs to Oakland, Wayne, and Delta County

Gov. Whitmer Announces Unmanned Triple Challenge, A Drone Competition Over Land, Water, and Air in 2025

New competition announced at Michigan Defense Exposition will bolster state’s mobility leadership and spur innovation in autonomous technology sector, attracting more investment and jobs

Kettering University, MEDC announce the state’s largest incoming class of The Michigander Scholars recipients

MEDC aims to recruit talent and fill jobs in Michigan’s semiconductor, electric vehicle industries that are key to helping grow state’s population now and in the future