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MichAuto On The Island Day Two continued the important conversations taking place to secure Michigan's automotive industry. Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield and entrepreneur and bestselling author Andrew Yang were among the speakers joining the conversation with industry executives.

Now more than ever, it's important for Michigan's automotive and mobility partners to come together to secure our signature industry. That's why, this week, we're convening leaders at MichAuto On The Island. Follow along and learn more at: michauto.org/michauto-news/

When it comes to the future of Michigan’s signature industry, standing still is not an option. Watch the video to see what’s at stake and learn about the Automobility Policy Roadmap - our bipartisan tool to ensure Michigan remains globally competitive in the industry it created. Learn more at: michauto.org/innovate-or-di…

When it comes to the future of Michigan’s automotive industry, standing still is not an option. Stay tuned to our social media for crucial conversations from this year's MichAuto On The Island.

Congratulations to MichAuto Advisory Board Member and Chief Executive Officer at Lucerne International, Mary Buchzeiger! She was named one of @WJRRadio's Women Who Lead. Learn more about her career and listen to the full interview at: wjr.com/women-who-lead/

Speaking to ways to improve the EV purchasing process and experience, MichAuto Senior Director Drew Coleman spoke on a panel at the 14th Annual Michigan Energy Innovators Conference. The event also addressed critical issues such as boosting reliability and affordability, advancing electrification and decarbonization in schools, and accelerating the adoption of clean energy solutions for data centers.

MichAuto brings together a diverse network of investors, advocates at all levels of government, actively builds the talent pipeline for the next generation of talent, and informs and engages the industry on key transitions impacting Michigan. Learn more about becoming an investor at: michauto.org/why-invest/

Join MichAuto and Traverse Connect for ReShore 2026 on Friday, July 24, where advanced manufacturing intersects with mobility, blue tech, and outdoor innovation. The event convenes manufacturers, mobility leaders, founders, investors, and policymakers to showcase Michigan’s leadership in electrification, aerial systems, and maritime tech, highlighting Northern Michigan’s water, resources, and ingenuity. Register to attend now at: bit.ly/4tCm7xp

“If you don’t draw a line now, it’ll be too late. This is not just a Detroit issue. This is a national issue." MichAuto Executive Director @glennrstevens joined @SenElissa and the Detroit Regional Chamber President and Chief Executive Officer @Baruah_DRC_CEO for a crucial discussion on Chinese automakers, economic concerns, and more. Read a recap of their discussion at: bit.ly/4dm8pIS

💡 ICYMI: Executive Director @glennrstevens discussed what Michiganders need to know about the U.S.’s response to Chinese-controlled vehicles, EVs, gas prices, and more on WDIV's Flashpoint with Jason Colthorp. Watch the full episode, featuring Glenn and Congresswoman Debbie Dingell at: clickondetroit.com/video/flashpoi…

Tune in to @local4's Flashpoint with Jason Colthorp tomorrow at 10 A.M. to hear from our Executive Director, Glenn Stevens Jr., as he discusses the latest news in the industry.

Thank you to @SenatorSlotkin for taking the time to discuss the importance of the domestic automotive industry and national security - issues that impact more than just Michigan. 📺 Watch her discussion with @Baruah_DRC_CEO, @MichAuto's @GlennRStevens, and Award-Winning Journalist @NewsGuyGordon1: detroitchamber.com/a-conversation…

U.S. Michigan @SenatorSlotkin (D-MI) will speak with @Baruah_DRC_CEO, the @DetroitChamber's President and Chief Executive Officer, and @glennrstevens., Executive Director of MichAuto and the Chamber's Chief Automotive and Innovation. Slotkin, Baruah, and Stevens will discuss the U.S.'s response to Chinese-controlled vehicles and what it means to the domestic automotive industry and national security. Award-Winning Journalist Guy Gordon will moderate the discussion. 🔴 Watch live at 2:15 p.m. on May 7: bit.ly/4uqV34M

As the USMCA 2026 joint review approaches in July, MichAuto and the Detroit Regional Chamber proactively developed a comprehensive one-pager outlining why the agreement is important, why it is critical to Michigan, ways to strengthen the agreement, and what MichAuto and the Chamber are doing to advance its strategic renegotiation and extension. Learn more at: michauto.org/usmca-a-critic…

On April 21, MichAuto hosted its annual Automobility Day at the Capitol, gathering over twenty investor companies in Lansing to meet with legislators and connect Michigan’s signature industry with policymakers. We also honored Sen. John Damoose (R-Harbor Springs) as our 2026 Legislator of the Year, which recognizes a state representative or senator who has made significant contributions to policy that has benefited Michigan’s signature industry, while seeking bipartisan consensus. Read a recap of the day at: michauto.org/automobility-d…

In partnership with Macomb County, over 30 students from Romeo High School got the chance to see Detroit's innovation in action at Ford Motor Company's Rouge Factory plant and Michigan Central. Interested in hosting students on a tour of your company? Learn more at: michauto.org/discover-auto-…

MichAuto and the @DetroitChamber issued the following statement in response to the Connected Vehicle Security Act of 2026: “@SenatorSlotkin and @berniemoreno deserve credit for tackling this complicated issue in a bipartisan fashion that reflects the urgency of the situation. Taking action to protect our domestic automotive industry from vehicles made by Chinese companies is especially critical for Michigan as well as all those Americans whose livelihoods, companies, and communities depend on it. Certainly, at this early stage, many may find fault in some aspects of this legislation, but the Chamber and MichAuto applaud the direction and will support the effort as it weaves its way through the legislative process." Read more at: bit.ly/42arpF1

MichAuto investor Toyota and Mayor Mary Sheffield announced the winners of the Toyota Mobility Foundation’s Sustainable Cities Challenge (SCC) in Detroit. The challenge focused on demonstrating clean freight solutions in Eastern Market, the cornerstone of Detroit’s food economy and a thriving commercial hub. Read more about the winners of the Challenge at: bit.ly/425kMDV

As part of MichAuto's Automobility Policy Roadmap, MichAuto convened over 30 OEMs, Tier 1 automotive suppliers and economic development leaders at Plante Moran in Southfield, building on insights from earlier statewide roundtables to inform the roadmap’s direction with diverse perspectives. 🗺️ Share your input to inform the Policy Roadmap research.surveys.plantemoran.com/s3/2026MichAuto

During Automobility Day at the Capitol, MichAuto investors and policymakers came together in Lansing to talk about what’s next for our state's signature industry - from trade and EV infrastructure to workforce and long‑term economic strategy. Learn what key priorities were discussed. ⏩ michauto.org/automobility-d…