New Innovation Alliance hopes to turn more Michigan inventions into Michigan companies—and keep billions of dollars in future value from leaving the state. LANSING - For decades, Michigan has been one of America's great innovation engines. The state is home to world-class research universities, global automotive and manufacturing companies, a growing artificial intelligence sector, and
ANN ARBOR — Michigan drivers may not feel it immediately, but the latest flare-up in Middle East fighting has once again put gasoline prices—and much of Michigan's economy—on an upward path. Oil prices jumped this week after renewed fighting between the United States and Iran reignited concerns that shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, one
GRAND RAPIDS - While headlines over the past several months have focused on tariffs, inflation and geopolitical uncertainty, one of Michigan's most closely watched manufacturing indicators is telling a more optimistic story. The latest Purchasing Managers Index from Grand Valley State University's Seidman College of Business shows West Michigan manufacturers enjoyed their strongest month in
ANN ARBOR — No, your next Hyundai probably won't look like a miniature wind farm. But the newly discovered patent illustrates just how creative automakers have become in the search for every additional mile of EV range. Hyundai and Kia engineers have patented one of the more unusual ideas yet—a vehicle-mounted wind turbine system designed
Proposal from Republican Bernie Moreno and Democrat Elizabeth Warren would eliminate the Social Security payroll tax cap, potentially affecting Michigan's highest-paid workers while protecting benefits for more than 2 million retirees. WASHINGTON DC — One of the biggest threats facing millions of retirees—including more than two million Michiganders who rely on Social Security—has prompted an
The automotive industry is undergoing a historic transformation driven by electrification and autonomy. As vehicles evolve into sophisticated digital platforms, every physical component must adapt to meet new technological demands. The exterior of a modern vehicle is no longer merely a cosmetic shell; it is a critical functional interface. Protecting this dynamic surface requires engineering
transition toward Industry 4.0 has revolutionized the way manufacturing facilities operate. Across the Midwest, and particularly within Michigan’s advanced automotive sector, the conversation surrounding smart manufacturing heavily prioritizes software. Artificial intelligence, cloud analytics, and machine learning dominate industry headlines. However, the physical execution of these digital commands remains the critical foundation of any modern production
As Oracle moves ahead with a $4.3 billion AI data center near Ann Arbor, Great Lakes advocates say Michigan needs to know how much water the industry will consume. SALINE - Michigan's race to become a leader in artificial intelligence is accelerating. Oracle is moving forward with what could become one of the state's largest
LANSING - Michigan company says its new AI platform can help Tier 2 automotive suppliers and other manufacturers accomplish more with existing employees by securely connecting artificial intelligence to real business data instead of relying on educated guesses. Artificial intelligence has become remarkably good at answering questions, writing reports and generating computer code. But inside
ANN ARBOR — President Donald Trump's decision to reopen the North American trade agreement with Canada and Mexico could eventually affect the prices Michigan consumers pay for automobiles, appliances and other everyday goods, while creating new uncertainty for the state's manufacturing economy. The Trump administration announced this week that it will not renew the current
