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.

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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.

Michigan Wins Silver Shovel Award for Transformational EV Battery Project Win

Our Next Energy’s $1.6 billion investment to build its first cell and electric vehicle battery pack gigafactory in Michigan was recognized as a Manufacturing Project of the Year.

Mobility/EV

Gov. Whitmer Joins Secretary Buttigieg, Detroit Mayor Duggan, and Canadian Minister of Transport to Announce First U.S.-Canada Electric Vehicle Corridor

Michigan’s mobility and electrification leadership grows with federal, international collaboration

Mobility/EV

Lt. Governor Gilchrist Announces Funding for Four Michigan Start-Ups in High-Tech Mobility Industry

Grants will support companies revitalizing existing mobility solutions to address modern challenges

Mobility/EV OFME

Governor Whitmer Announces Step Forward in Expanding Michigan’s Electric Vehicle Infrastructure 

Mobility/EV

Lt. Governor Gilchrist Joins U-M to Finalize State Support for High-Tech EV Center Attracting High-Skilled Jobs, Future Mobility Investment

Mobility/EV Talent

Gov. Whitmer Announces 120 New Jobs with AGS Automotive Systems in Sterling Heights

Michigan wins new jobs and investment over several other states, underscoring state’s leadership in future mobility, vehicle electrification

Mobility/EV

State of Michigan Community EV Toolkit Supports Local Governments in Preparing for an Electrified Mobility Future

Announcement follows new report showing Michigan winning battery and clean energy race after landing 14 new projects totaling $20 billion of investment and 13,000 jobs since August 2022

Mobility/EV Community Development

New Report: Michigan Winning Battery & Clean Energy Race

National Leader with $20B+ of Projects, 13,000+ Jobs, according to new report from Climate Power

Mobility/EV Manufacturing

Michigan Makes Commitment to Sustainable Maritime Mobility with Launch of First-of-Its-Kind Grant Program in United States

Fresh Coast Maritime Challenge enables the future of boating by electrifying Northwest Michigan’s waterways

Mobility/EV OFME

Michigan a Top State for Electric Vehicle & Battery Investments, Bringing Home $16.6 Billion, Creating 16,300 Good-Paying Jobs

New report highlights incredible opportunity to create manufacturing jobs, bring supply chains home

Mobility/EV