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Mobility / Electrification

Mobility is the ability to move or travel from one place to another. Electrification plays a role in mobility by replacing traditional fossil fuel-powered vehicles with electric vehicles, reducing carbon emissions and promoting cleaner and more sustainable transportation options. As market and political pressures jumpstart the greater adoption of EVs, tapping into this new supply chain will be key for manufacturers to diversify their offerings.

How connected digital ecosystems are shaping the future of battery manufacturing

Battery manufacturing has always reminded me of cake baking. In both cases, you take some materials, mix them together, spread the mixture, and put it in an oven. Just like in cake baking, two...

Intelligent Ground Vehicle Competition returns to Oakland University with new honors, expanded challenges

The internationally recognized Intelligent Ground Vehicle Competition (IGVC) will return to Oakland University this spring, marking the 33rd annual competition and bringing hundreds of student...

Five Fast Facts About MAST-P: Michigan’s Newest Program Supporting Small Manufacturers

1. What does MAST-P stand for? MAST-P stands for the Michigan Auto Supplier Transition Program — a statewide initiative designed to help Michigan’s small manufacturers strengthen operations,...

The Bumpy Road to Electrification

In 2021, I wrote about the challenges of transitioning from automobiles powered by petroleum and internal combustion engines (ICE) to those driven by electric vehicles (EVs). Admittedly, I was a...

Detroit Regional Chamber 2025 State of Automobility Report

With Michigan’s signature industry undergoing rapid transformation, from tariffs and shifting fuel economy standards to the accelerated growth of global competitors, the message is clear: Michigan...

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