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Auto Expert Paul Eisenstein Dishes On EPA EV Update, New York Auto Show

DETROIT - Detroit-based auto pro Paul Eisenstein provides his take on new EPA Mileage standards tamped down because consumers aren't purchasing Electric Vehicles as much as the government expected. He also talks about the New York auto show, which he is attending this week. Plus he updates the Detroit Auto Show moving back to January

By |2024-03-26T14:58:11-04:00March 26th, 2024|mitechtv|

LTU Offers Combined Architecture And Engineering Degrees

SOUTHFIELD - Hunter Assenmacher a senior at Lawrence Technological University explains why he chose LTU's Architectural Engineering program and how it will not only provide him with a bachelor's degree but also a master's degree when he graduates in 2025. From the LTU website: Architectural engineers are multi-talented – not only do they understand the

By |2024-03-26T11:37:06-04:00March 26th, 2024|ESD, mitechtv|

Enhancing Urban Safety: Exploring the Versatility and Security of Removable Bollards

The modern urban terrain is filled with challenges related to traffic control and security. As the number of vehicles on the road increases, along with heightened security concerns, the need for effective and flexible traffic management solutions becomes more apparent. Removable bollards have emerged as a key tool in this regard, addressing both safety and

By |2024-03-25T19:02:17-04:00March 25th, 2024|Guest Columns|

Shape the Future of MITechNews: Your Opinion Matters

Welcome to our MITechNews community survey! We are on a mission to ensure our website serves as a dynamic, insightful hub for technology enthusiasts like you. Your perspectives and preferences are crucial in guiding the evolution of our content, features, and overall user experience. This is your opportunity to have your voice heard and

By |2024-03-26T18:35:59-04:00March 25th, 2024|Featured, General, News|

Proposed Change Would Expand Allowable e-Bike Operation

LANSING - Operation of Class 1 electric bicycles on state park-managed nonmotorized trails open to bicycles would expand under a proposed Michigan Department of Natural Resources land use change that could go into effect as early as this spring. Under current Michigan law, only Class 1 e-bikes – e-bikes that are pedal-assisted and can go

From 3D To Outer Space: Register For WCC Youth Summer Camps

ANN ARBOR – Registration is open for Washtenaw Community College’s (WCC) hands-on summer camps for area youth ages 5-18. e Seven camps are designed to motivate participants with fun activities ranging from NASA-affiliated space exploration and STEM-based problem-solving to archeological discoveries and Lego building projects. Each camp is conducted by instructors connected to organizations steeped

Automation Alley Integr8 Playbook Focuses On Additive Manufacturing

TROY – Automation Alley’s third playbook of its 2024 Integr8 Roundtable Series is focused on how additive manufacturing continues to revolutionize the traditional design process and how manufacturers can overcome barriers to adopting and successfully using the technology. The insights for the playbook were gathered at a Feb. 14 roundtable discussion hosted by Automation Alley, which featured

By |2024-03-24T15:55:03-04:00March 24th, 2024|Industry 4.0|

Ann Arbor To Spend $1 Million To Further Explore City Takeover Of DTE Energy Service

ANN ARBOR — Ann Arbor’s city staff is proposing City Council set aside $1 million for the next phase of study as the city considers a takeover of DTE Energy locally. That figure was included in a budget presentation to council on March 11 as officials discussed priorities for the coming year, including giving further

By |2024-03-24T16:54:28-04:00March 24th, 2024|ESD|

US Battery Storage Smashes Deployment Records In Q4 2023

WASHINGTON DC - The US battery storage market shattered deployment records across all segments in Q4 2023 – a 101% increase from the previous quarter. The US battery storage sector saw 4,235 megawatts (MW) installed in Q4 2023, according to Wood Mackenzie and the American Clean Power Association’s (ACP) latest “US Energy Storage Monitor” report. For

By |2024-03-24T15:43:54-04:00March 24th, 2024|Industry 4.0|

GM: With Production Hell Now Over Plans To Build 20X More Ultium EVs In 2024

DETROIT - General Motors looks to get back on track this year as executives believe EV “production hell” is behind it. After missing EV sales targets for the past two years, will 2024 be the year of execution, as GM says it will? After delivering 75,883 EVs last year, GM (again) missed its target of selling

By |2024-03-24T15:43:55-04:00March 24th, 2024|Uncategorized|