Discover Auto introduces students to mobility careers through company tours
Students learn about the innovative work companies are doing up close and personal, while also being exposed to career opportunities in mobility.
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What’s next for Michigan’s electric vehicle charging infrastructure?
We sat down with an expert to discuss how Michigan's EV chargers measure up against the rest of the nation, and how it may change as EVs proliferate.
Here are the autonomous vehicle services you can hail during this year’s Detroit auto show
Five companies have been selected to offer autonomous vehicle services to the public during the show as part of the $5.4 million NAIAS 2020 Michigan Mobility Challenge.
New charging stations in Detroit’s Beacon Park amp up electric vehicle awareness
The four gas-pump-like electric vehicle charging stations at Detroit’s Beacon Park are more than just a convenience for the region’s electric vehicle owners.
Placemaking in the news: Efforts to raise funds for Capitol Park dog park near deadline
A crowdfunding campaign was launched on Thursday, Sept. 19, as part of the MEDC’s placemaking initiative, Public Spaces Community Places. Should the DDP successfully raise $50,000 by Tuesday, Nov. 19, the MEDC will contribute an additional $50,000 matching grant.
Mexican-founded PPAP Manager finds home in the Motor City through TechStars Detroit
After joining the TechStars Detroit business accelerator in July, Vinnie Delgado says his company will be moving to Detroit for good.
These Detroit spaces and organizations are helping to foster the city’s literary arts community
From coworking spaces to residential homes transformed into literary centers, local writers of all ages can find community all around town.
Here’s how Willis Show Bar co-owner Sean Patrick spends a day in Detroit
Detroit still has a long way to go in building a robust nightlife economy, like the scenes in Berlin and New Orleans. But there's still plenty to eat, see, and do, so we asked Detroiters how they spend 24 hours in the city in this new series. First up: Willis Show Bar co-owner Sean Patrick.
With PlanetM grant, Detroit company develops autonomous drone to survey tops of utility poles
Aerotronic's drone will gather information that can be crucial in helping energy companies to prevent power outages, with support from a $50,000 PlanetM grant.
27th Letter Books named 2019 Comerica Hatch Detroit winner
Can an independent bookstore thrive in the age of Amazon? This husband-and-wife team think so and want to open their store and audio recording space in Detroit's Jefferson Chalmers.
