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Wednesday, November 13, 2019

Innovative Israeli mobility companies complete successful visit to Michigan

Thursday, October 24, 2019

Startup seeks to keep emergency vehicles safe on the streets

Fire trucks in Grand Rapids, Mich., are now equipped with devices developed by HAAS Alert that track their locations, which are then wirelessly reported to cloud servers in real time.

Monday, July 29, 2019

LiDAR specialist Ibeo Automotive Systems GmbH establishes a U.S. subsidiary to boost its business in the United States

Ibeo Automotive Systems, a LiDAR sensor specialist from Hamburg, has established a wholly owned subsidiary in the United States: Ibeo Automotive USA Inc. in Detroit. Paula Jones, the former director of the Customer Business Unit of Gentherm Inc., was named president and manages the new company. This step allows Ibeo to cater to the growing demand for LiDAR technology in the U.S. and expand its business segment into one of the most important markets for autonomous driving.

Thursday, July 25, 2019

Public-Private Partners Launch Grand Rapids Autonomous Vehicle Initiative #AVGR

Ten-Member Coalition Invites Public to Participate in Year-Long, Real-World Autonomous Transportation Project throughout Downtown Grand Rapids

Thursday, June 27, 2019

2020 NAIAS Begins Official Show Countdown, Announces Multiple Event Partnerships

The North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) today hosted more than 300 of its closest OEM, industry and media partners to celebrate the official countdown of the 2020 show. Hosted by Executive Director Rod Alberts and Chairman Doug North, the show announced multiple partnerships that will continue to drive momentum for the June event.

Wednesday, May 15, 2019

Autonomous shuttle bus pilot launching at OU

A fully autonomous shuttle bus will be implemented at Oakland University’s campus following a $103,600 PlanetM Mobility grant from the Michigan Economic Development Corporation.

Tuesday, April 30, 2019

Startups test safety systems in Michigan

In the shadow of one of the world's largest automakers, a small startup has been quietly testing technology that could soon help prevent traffic crashes.

Monday, April 29, 2019

Waymo factory plan in Detroit spotlights talent needs

Last week, Waymo solidified its plans to establish an advanced manufacturing facility in the heart of Detroit, signing a multiyear lease on an idled American Axle & Manufacturing Inc. factory.

Tuesday, April 23, 2019

Waymo will build its self-driving vehicle fleet in Detroit

Waymo will build its autonomous vehicles in Detroit.

Saturday, January 19, 2019

How mobility and consumer technology intersect at the Consumer Electronics Show

Over the past few years, the automotive industry has grown from having a token presence at the Consumer Electronics Show to being integrated across a number of platforms.

News - 2019