MICHauto promotes, retains, and grows Michigan’s signature industry
as the state’s only automotive and mobility cluster association.
Michigan’s Only Automotive Cluster Association
CEO Spotlight: Detroit Manufacturing Systems’ Bruce Smith
Bruce Smith is the chairman and chief executive officer of Detroit Manufacturing Systems (DMS). MICHauto spoke with Smith about his priorities and motivations as an automotive executive.
Read the Latest Report
The Mobility Industry’s Economic Contribution in Michigan report outlines the mobility industry’s economic contribution to the state. The mobility industry, as defined by the production and distribution of goods and services that support any movement of people and products, is important to Michigan because it creates solutions to congestion, emissions, safety, and equity. Read the report.
MICHauto Wraps Up Discover Auto Program For The School Year, Connects With 500 Students Statewide
Last week, MICHauto wrapped up the Discover Auto program for the 2020-2021 school year. Despite changing circumstances due to COVID-19, the team hosted four successful virtual tours engaging with more than 500 students across the state.
In a three-part series with MICHauto partner, Square One Education Network, Hella, Omron, and Brose each hosted their own, unique tours with engaging presentations from young professionals, technology demonstrations, and live Q&As, affording students the opportunity to ask questions about potential career pathways in automotive.
Industry Update: West Michigan CEO Roundtable
On May 18, MICHauto in partnership with The Right Place, hosted the West Michigan CEO Roundtable to talk about key issues impacting the automotive and mobility industry. Joined by 14 top executives, MICHauto gave an overview of the changes the state has seen in the last 14 months relative to the pandemic, electrification, and attention to diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts.
Work Smart, Play Smart to Keep Manufacturing Open
MICHauto is asking employers to share “SMART” COVID-19 personal safety protocols with their employees through commitment to the Work Smart, Play Smart to Keep Manufacturing Open campaign. The team has composed a comprehensive campaign toolkit to help employers inform employees of the importance of implementing safe practices outside of the workplace to keep the automotive industry running. Learn more.
