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Next level nightlife: How 3 Detroiters are helping their city reinvent its after-hours scene

These Detroiters are working to change the way we think about and experience the city's nightlife.

Michigan is Automobility was released on March 26, with a by-the-numbers look at Michigan's automotive ecosystem strength.
Future technologies at the core of Michigan is Automobility report

On March 26, MICHauto released the Michigan is Automobility report. The report features a by-the-numbers look at Michigan’s substantial footprint in the automotive ecosystem. Learn how future technology is the heartbeat of this report, and what that means to Michigan’s strength in the mobility industry.

The great transformation: From analog to digital, Detroit Regional Partnership leads new business

In the 130-plus year history of the automobile, the Detroit region has been a leader in the global industry. As the shift to electrification and autonomous control begins, Southeast Michigan is poised to keep and attract manufacturers and suppliers in this new era of transportation.

Mastering mobility through education and collaboration

Michigan educators are teaming up with industry professionals to build high level programs to prepare mobility workers with the specialized skills needed to catapult the industry forward to scale. We dig in to some of these developing programs to find out more.

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Techstars Detroit seeks new startups for its accelerator program

Techstars Detroit, an incubator for startups in mobility, manufacturing and other areas, is looking for another round of candidates for its successful accelerator program, which has helped launch nearly four dozen companies in the past four years.  

Cobo's green roof is just one aspect of the center's sustainability practices.
Cobo Center receives sustainability practices recognition

Cobo Center is sticking with its dedication to sustainability. And that carries benefits for a convention center.

Lovio George has had a presence in Detroit for decades.
Detroit boutique ad agencies are finding success on their own terms

Being smaller can have its advantages. These boutique Detroit marketing firms understand what it takes to survive and thrive in the city's fast-paced business environment.

With new mobility options, Detroit goes multimodal

New mobility choices expand our options for getting around safely and efficiently. We take a look at how multimodal transportation has taken off in Detroit over the past decade. 

Maria Luisa Rossi, chair of MFA integrated design at CCS, says students who worked on the project learned about engaging users in the design process.
How Detroit organizations and individuals are fighting for mobility equity

Mobility equity means equal access for everyone. Learn how mobility collectives and design schools are helping Detroit close the mobility gap. 

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Tourism is up in Detroit. What does that mean for the city’s economy?

The number of visitors, guests in hotels, and conventions held in Detroit are all way up in the last few years. We explore what kinds of effects will this have on the city.

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