On a Women in Tech panel held Thursday, Oct. 7, speakers discussed their experiences navigating the tech industry and propelling their careers as leaders in their respective fields. Discover more:

GAMIC was established in 2008 out of a partnership between SAE international & the Michigan Innovation Alliance as a competitive opportunity for auto & mobility startups to gain attention and funding. Read more about the global competition:

In a partnership with MDOT, Cavnue is serving as the master developer in co-creating the first connected and automated vehicle corridor in North America between Ann Arbor and Detroit. Learn more:

In partnership with Automation Alley and the Michigan Manufacturing Technology Center, the MEDC is leading a statewide Industry 4.0 initiative designed to encourage the early adoption of automation and digital technologies. Learn more:

Motor Bella, the Detroit area’s newest automotive experience, powered by the North American International Auto Show, kicked off Sept. 21 through Sept. 26 at M1 Concourse Event Center. Read the event recap:

Driven recently caught up with Dr. Jim Sayer, Director of the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute, to learn more about what makes him tick and how he came to pursue a career in the development of future mobility ecosystems. Read more:

Carolyn Sauer, senior director of MICHAuto, joined the TechTalks: Automotive Trends Presented by HELLA podcast to share insights on what moves are being made for sustainable change in diversity, equity, and inclusion. Learn more and listen here:

Congratulations to Jenny Orletski-Dehne on her promotion to Let’s Detroit Engagement Manager. Jenny’s new role and the integration of Let’s Detroit with MICHauto offer exciting opportunities to attract, retain, and grow talent across our state. Read more:

Trevor Pawl discusses how tomorrow's infrastructure is being determined today in his recent article for our blog. Read the full article here:

To further its commitment to diversifying the automotive industry, the.Center for Automotive Diversity, Inclusion & Advancement (CADIA) today announced the CADIA DEI Accelerator Program for Fall 2021. View the full press release:

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced Michigan has been recognized with six top 10 spots on Business Facilities’ 17th annual Rankings Report for 2021. View the full press release:

Governor Gretchen Whitmer joined Ford Motor Company & the Michigan Economic Development Corporation to announce support for Ford’s new global battery center of excellence as the state continues to emerge as an EV R&D & manufacturing leader. Read more:

The organizers of the North American International Auto Show have introduced Motor Bella, a new event taking center stage as this year’s premier Detroit automotive showcase. Read more:

The president of A3 spoke with us about the upcoming Automate event and its return to Detroit. Discover more:

Trevor Pawl, Michigan’s Chief Mobility Officer, speaks with Dedrick Roper at ChargePoint about the future of electric vehicles, highlighting the importance of advancing charging infrastructure. View the interview here:

This month, Driven highlights a local robotics education program that is driving innovation, building the talent pipeline, and reimagining the future of automotive and mobility. Learn more:

The Detroit Regional Partnership and Business France hosted a webinar on hydrogen and mobility, giving French mobility companies a space to pitch their technologies, while Michigan was able to present itself as the optimal location for business. Read more:

CADIA is a driving force for change in Michigan. The nonprofit organization provides the tools and resources necessary to promote systemic change, support leadership and advocate for diverse talent in the automotive industry. Learn more:

In the auto industry, an environmentally responsible future is clear. For the heavy-duty trucking sector, the path towards combatting climate change isn’t as straightforward. Learn more about how Michigan-based startup, Remora, addresses these challenges:

The Michigan Translational Research and Commercialization (MTRAC) Innovation Hub for Advanced Transportation is driving the continuous development of automotive technology in a world where transportation methods are quickly advancing. Learn more: