The Michigan Council on Future Mobility and Electrification has released 16 policy recommendations to further the state’s efforts to remain a global mobility and EV leader. The recommendations were featured in the council’s 2022 Annual Report and are designed to help achieve the ambitious goals outlined in Governor Whitmer’s MI Future Mobility Plan, Michigan’s new strategy for maintaining global leadership in next-generation transportation through the year 2030.

Ann Arbor-based Domino’s Pizza will have 855 custom-branded Chevrolet Bolt EVs on U.S. roadways delivering pizza by the end of 2023, including 93 in Michigan and 49 specifically in metro Detroit. When all 855 will be in service, Domino’s will have the largest electric pizza delivery fleet in the nation, helping the company attract and retain delivery drivers and achieve carbon neutrality by its 2050 target.

In collaboration with the City of Detroit’s Office of Mobility Innovation and Michigan Central, Newlab is looking for startup companies to support the launch of several pilot programs in 2023 focused on improving pedestrian safety and sustainable fresh food delivery for Detroit residents.

This will be a unique opportunity for startups to collaborate with local partners and develop integrated solutions which will be tested, validated, and scaled in real-world environments in Detroit. Benefits to participation include:

• Experience taking a systems-level approach to innovating with other startups and partners
• Access to grant funding to offset some of the pilot costs
• Support with pilot activation and project management
• Complimentary membership to Newlab for the duration of the pilot

Applications will be accepted through Dec. 14.

2022

• December 5-9: Automotive World Future Mobility North America
• December 8: MICHauto Summit

2023

• January 5-8: CES Las Vegas
• February 24-March 5: Cleveland Auto Show
• March 6-7: Electric Vehicles Battery Tech USA
• March 14-16: SAE International AeroTech
• April 4-5: Global Symposium on Mobility Innovation
• April 18-20: SAE International WCX
• May 9-11: Financial Times Live Future of the Car
• May 9-11: AutoSens in Detroit
• May 16-18: Autonomous Vehicles Silicon Valley

• DriveElectric.gov – Information on all federal EV-related news and opportunities
• DOE Bipartisan Infrastructure Funding Opportunities – The latest notices and RFP opportunities for programs related to clean energy and lower carbon emissions
• H2 Matchmaker – An online resource to help hydrogen suppliers and users identify stakeholders across the supply chain
• MICHauto – Organization that promotes, retains, and grows Michigan’s signature industry as the state’s only automotive and mobility cluster association
• Michigan Mobility Funding Platform – Test site deployments and real-world deployments
• Michigan STEM Forward Internships – A statewide partnership between the MEDC and Ann Arbor SPARK which aims to connect the brightest upcoming talent with innovative and growing companies throughout Michigan
• Bamboo Detroit Mobility Founders Hour – Join a bimonthly, virtual meetup for founders and leaders of high growth mobility startups to connect, share resources, and meet special guest speakers
• NAIAS Applications for Technology Startup Exhibitors – Applications are now open for technology startups to exhibit at the upcoming auto show this fall
• Plug and Play Tech Center Detroit powered by AmplifyD – Resources for startups looking to reach OEMs and Tier 1 Suppliers
• Michigan EGLE: Charge Up Michigan – Opportunity to apply for funding
• Mobility Makers – Community of professionals dedicated to sustainable mobility
• Ongoing Funding Opportunities through NextEnergy

Autonomous Indy Cars Run with Central Computers from dSPACE in Wixom | DBusiness
Wixom-based dSPACE, one of the world’s top providers of simulation and validation solutions, has announced it is the exclusive supplier of on-vehicle computer technology for the Indy Autonomous Challenge (IAC). The IAC organizes racing competitions among university-affiliated teams from around the world to program fully autonomous race cars and compete in a series of events at iconic tracks. dSPACE is providing the Autera AutoBox in-vehicle prototyping and data recording system that acts as the central computer in all vehicles, enabling fully autonomous operation of the cars on the racetrack.

Current Thinking: advancing EV charging with infrastructure funding | Eaton Currently Thinking Podcast
Listen as Judd Herzer of the Michigan Office of Future Mobility and Electrification (OFME), Antoine Thompson of the Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coalition (GWRCCC), and Eaton’s Nick D’Angelo and John Vernacchia discuss the vital role vehicle electrification plays in the energy transition of states and municipalities. Discover how state and local governments are maximizing the impact of infrastructure funding and how Eaton can partner with organizations to identify sources of stimulus funding to put EV initiatives in the fast lane.

Three Midwestern States to Watch as They Navigate Equitable Rollout for EV Charging | Inside Climate News
Minnesota, Michigan, and Illinois are uniquely positioned to begin spending federal funds to expand EV infrastructure with an eye toward environmental justice. With an influx of federal investments into electric transportation nationwide, EVs are growing dramatically in popularity.

Michigan Awards Seed Money for Mobility Innovation Projects | Government Technology
Three companies were awarded a total of $260,000 from the Michigan Mobility Funding Platform to advance technology in the areas of bridge construction, electric vehicles, and drone-operated deliveries. Grant recipients included Evenergi, Workhorse Group Inc., and HiPer Fiber.

Motor City Transit: Joe Louis Greenway taking shape | Axios Detroit
A recent sneak peak at the Joe Louis Greenway near the Michigan Central train depot showed how the project aims to connect far-flung parts of the city. Once completed, the $240 million greenway project will stretch 27.5 miles, connecting 23 neighborhoods with trails like the Dequindre Cut and Detroit Riverfront.