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.

Featured OFME Success Story

Blueflite

Blueflite is a cargo drone OEM headquartered in Brighton, Michigan. Through the Make It in Michigan Prototyping Grant Program, it fast-tracked development of its advanced drone platform for last-mile delivery. Now, Blueflite is helping shape the future of mobility logistics.

Gov. Whitmer Announces Winner of Inaugural PitchMI Competition and New Initiatives to Develop Talent Pipeline, Support Emerging Companies

• Civilized Cycles has been announced as the winner of the inaugural PitchMI competition and will receive a $100,000 award to design and manufacture ultra-light electric vehicles • Changing Lanes, a new program will enable auto workers to transition their careers into the growing advanced mobility sector by working with or founding startups • The Michigander Scholars program will provide new opportunities for emerging mobility technology companies to attract and retain top talent

Mobility/EV OFME

Lt. Gov. Gilchrist Announces Recipients of $15M Equitable Mobility Challenge

The announcement was made at the inaugural Mobility Conference hosted by the Office of Future Mobility and Electrification in Detroit

Mobility/EV OFME

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

Mobility/EV Community Development

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

National Park Mobility Challenge grants will enhance access and visitor experience

Mobility/EV OFME

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

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

Mobility/EV

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

Mobility/EV OFME

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

Mobility/EV

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

Mobility/EV Key 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

Mobility/EV

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

Mobility/EV