Michigan
For generations, Michigan has led the way in the global automotive industry and transportation innovation. Today, strong investments in electric vehicles (EVs) and battery manufacturing are ensuring the state remains at the forefront of this new era. Significant contributions from automakers, battery suppliers, energy companies, and government funding are driving economic growth and cementing Michigan’s leadership in the EV supply chain.
As of June 2025, $26.9 billion in private investments have been poured into the Michigan EV manufacturing industry, spurred by approximately $245 million in federal funding. These investments have resulted in the creation of 26,80o jobs for Michiganders. Prominent locations of these jobs are shown on the map below.
Sources: Climate Power, EV Jobs Hub (Atlas), Electrification Coalition
These investments are bolstering American manufacturing and supply chains, which is critical at a time when China has a head start in the global transition to electric transportation. Read more about how electric vehicles can benefit Michigan.
Policy Priorities
- State funding for electric school buses
- State fleet electrification
- Michigan Competitive Fuels Act
- Efficient and effective deployment of federal funds
- Encourage ambitious transportation electrification plans from Michigan’s utilities
- Medium- and heavy-duty electrification
- Support for and engagement of the Council of Future Mobility & Electrification’s EV policy recommendations
- Maximize the impact of federal EV investments and programs on Michigan
- Conduct education and outreach on EV policy opportunities to policymakers in rural and low-income communities
- Continue to provide state policymakers and municipalities with the right tools and resources to transition fleets
Michigan Updates
In May 2024, the Michigan legislature passed its bipartisan annual budget, including a historic $125 million to establish the Clean Bus Energy Grant (CBEG) Program. The program’s resounding success has ...
On November 13, 2025, the Electrification Coalition (EC), Highland Electric Fleets, and Clean Fuels Michigan hosted an electric school bus workshop at Dearborn Public Schools to spotlight Round 4 of ...
On November 21, 2024, the Electrification Coalition, Highland Electric Fleets, Clean Fuels Michigan, Dean Transportation, Lansing School District, the World Resources Institute (WRI) and Hoesktra Transportation hosted an engaging and ...
During this webinar, speakers discussed the second round of the Michigan Clean Bus Energy Grant (CBEG) Program, sharing the most up-to-date information available ahead of the October 12 application deadline. ...
Michigan Electric School Bus Roundtable
On May 10, 2023, the Electrification Coalition and World Resources Institute hosted a roundtable on the wide-ranging benefits of electric school buses and Michigan’s window of opportunity to accelerate deployment.
The roundtable featured remarks from Governor Gretchen Whitmer and U.S. Representative Debbie Dingell, as well as other government officials, industry experts, advocates, and school districts on the front lines. Visit the event webpage for more info.
Electrifying Trucks and Buses in Michigan
The United States is the world’s largest consumer of petroleum, accounting for one-fifth of the global daily supply. Oil accounts for over 90% of energy use in the U.S. transportation sector. This overwhelming dependence on oil threatens our public health, energy security, and economy.
Learn more about the opportunity for electric trucks and buses in the Great Lakes State.