Automotive Plants and Facilities
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Toyota opens Michigan battery testing center
Toyota's nearly $50 million facility in York Township began operating on Oct. 1, 2026, after three years of development. The 30,000-square-foot lab will test batteries for North American driving conditions and support the company's full electrified-vehicle lineup.
University of Michigan greenlights $26M Lay Auto Lab overhaul
The University of Michigan will spend $26 million to modernize the Walter E. Lay Automotive Engineering Laboratory, expanding its electric vehicle and battery research by winter 2028.
General Motors to bring smart transformer tech to Romulus plant
GM will install IONATE's Hybrid Intelligent Transformer at its Romulus facility. The goal: better power quality and stronger energy resilience as the plant's electricity needs grow.
GM to Install Smart Transformer System at Romulus Plant
General Motors plans to bring IONATE's Hybrid Intelligent Transformer to its Romulus, Michigan plant, aiming to improve power quality and manage rising electricity demand at the facility.
Knam Industries announces $10 million plant in Plymouth, but local confirmation lacking
Knam Industries International says it is opening a $10 million facility in Plymouth, Michigan, with plans to hire over 100 skilled workers by 2027 and invest further in manufacturing technology. As of now, local and regional officials have not confirmed the project or its details.
Michigan Auto Industry Faces Higher Costs After Canadian Tariffs
New Canadian tariffs on US goods have driven up costs for Michigan automakers and suppliers, with immediate effects on profits and operations as cross-border trade becomes more expensive