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MichAuto MichAuto is a statewide initiative dedicated to promoting, retaining, and growing the automotive industry.

Michigan is Auto is a movement to showcase Michigan’s automotive assets, improve understanding of today’s automotive industry, highlight its importance to Michigan, and generate excitement and pride among those who work in and influence the automotive industry. Michigan is the global epicenter of the automotive industry and we are proud to be a part of its rich heritage and progressive future. It

is the pillar of our communities; our heritage, our legacy and our future. We are not changing with the times, we are changing the times; we are creating change. Every day we are developing new technologies, avant-guard concepts and hip designs that improve safety, protect the environment, increase performance and enhance consumer lifestyles. There has never been a more exciting time to live here and be a part of the automotive industry. We invite you to “like” us and share your thoughts on why Michigan is Auto.

Interns from MichAuto investor companies joined members of our Talent Council at TechTown Detroit today for our annual I...
07/16/2026

Interns from MichAuto investor companies joined members of our Talent Council at TechTown Detroit today for our annual Intern Day! This event gives interns a chance to learn from pros in the automotive and mobility industries.

Learn more about our work growing Michigan's future talent at:
https://michauto.org/talent/

The July 1 deadline to extend the agreement in its current state has come and gone, and the U.S. opted not to renew it. ...
07/16/2026

The July 1 deadline to extend the agreement in its current state has come and gone, and the U.S. opted not to renew it. While the USMCA remains in effect, this decision initiated a review process among the three partner countries.

Get the key takeaways for automobility leaders:
https://bit.ly/4wNGWb6

07/16/2026

The MichAuto Automobility Policy Roadmap is our effort to develop strategies to better align workforce development, economic development, infrastructure investment, and public policy to support continued innovation and manufacturing leadership in Michigan.

Contribute your voice to the conversation at:
https://bit.ly/4uJe0Rx

 : MichAuto Senior Director Drew Coleman moderated a panel during the CAR Management Briefing Seminars, featuring the St...
07/14/2026

: MichAuto Senior Director Drew Coleman moderated a panel during the CAR Management Briefing Seminars, featuring the State of Michigan’s Susan Corbin, Redzone’s Jon Lane, Festo North America’s Wilm Uhlenbecker, and IBM’s Kurt Wedgwood highlighting how AI and automation are not replacing workers but augmenting them.

Read a recap of their discussion.
https://bit.ly/4vUExLb

💡 The recently passed state budget preserves a key workforce training program but scales back several long-standing econ...
07/13/2026

💡 The recently passed state budget preserves a key workforce training program but scales back several long-standing economic development investments, raising concerns about the state’s ability to remain competitive in attracting talent, business investment, and job growth.

Here's everything automotive and mobility leaders need to know. 👇
https://michauto.org/michauto-state-budget-update/

Whether you're hosting a resource fair, gala, or webinar, our investor-submitted events calendar can help you connect wi...
07/10/2026

Whether you're hosting a resource fair, gala, or webinar, our investor-submitted events calendar can help you connect with other investors and industry leaders.

Submit your upcoming event at:
https://michauto.org/submit-an-event/

07/08/2026

MichAuto is proud to support the Lockwood STEM Center in Hemlock. This important community resource is helping future leaders explore math, science, engineering, and high-tech careers for the future.

Learn more about their work in the video below. ⬇️
https://lockwoodstemcenter.hemlockps.com/home

Don't miss Dug Song's opening keynote at ReShore, coming up in Traverse City on July 24. ReShore will convene innovators...
07/07/2026

Don't miss Dug Song's opening keynote at ReShore, coming up in Traverse City on July 24.

ReShore will convene innovators, industry leaders, and policymakers in Traverse City, Mich. to spotlight Northern Michigan’s emerging leadership in blue tech, outdoor recreation, advanced aerial systems, and future mobility.

Register to attend at:
https://michauto.org/event/reshore/

During a recent virtual briefing hosted by the Michigan Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the Detroit Regional Cha...
07/06/2026

During a recent virtual briefing hosted by the Michigan Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the Detroit Regional Chamber and Grand Rapids Chamber, Isabelle Icso, Executive Director of International Policy at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, outlined what businesses should expect from the USMCA review process.

Learn what's at stake at:
https://michauto.org/whats-at-stake-for-michigan-businesses-in-the-usmca-review/

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