Happy Fourth of July week! I am spending the holiday with my family at the lake, and hopefully the weather cooperates so we can spend some time on the water.
As we celebrate freedom and independence, I find myself reflecting on a theme that is central to our work: choice. Drivers have more fuel options than ever before - electricity, biofuel blends, hybrids. By design, more fuel choices mean more control over cost, convenience, and impact.
I hope you have a safe and enjoyable celebration this weekend - however you choose to get around!
Sincerely,
THIS MONTH'S MOVEMENT
Join us on Wednesday, July 29, at the Grosse Ile Municipal Airport for the inaugural Multi-Modal eMobility Summit, where the airport will be transformed into a live eMobility Lab showcasing the latest innovations in electric transportation.
This one-of-a-kind event will bring together industry leaders, OEMs, utilities, public agencies, technology providers, startups, and mobility enthusiasts to explore how electrification is reshaping transportation across land, air, and water.
Attendees will have the opportunity to:
Explore cutting-edge electric mobility technologies and exhibits
Experience live electric vehicles, aviation, and marine demonstrations
Participate in a DTE EV Ride and Drive experience
See electric aviation innovations in action
Engage in interactive roundtable discussions with industry experts
Network with innovators, decision-makers, and transportation leaders
This event offers a unique opportunity to experience emerging technologies operating in a real-world environment. We hope to see you there!
Michigan is preparing for the next phase of charging deployment as the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) opens Round 3 of the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program. Approximately $51 million in federal funding is available to support the installation of an estimated 60 additional direct current fast charging (DCFC) sites across the state.
This latest funding opportunity builds on the progress made in the first two NEVI rounds, which are expected to deliver 81 fast-charging stations along Michigan's designated Alternative Fuel Corridors. With Michigan now recognized as having achieved full buildout requirements along these corridors, Round 3 offers greater flexibility to expand charging access in additional communities and address remaining infrastructure gaps.
Chase's latest blog outlines key details of the Round 3 procurement, eligibility considerations, and what this investment means for Michigan's transportation future.
Round 3 of this grant supports the statewide deployment of ~60 NEVI-compliant charging sites with the goals of closing geographic gaps, supporting medium-duty vehicles and fleets, improving charger reliability and user experience, promoting equitable access, and aligning charging investments with economic development, tourism, and long-term grid considerations. Proposals are due Aug 7.
Fuel Transformation Program EGLE's Fuel Transformation Program supports the replacement of diesel-powered equipment and transportation, with some projects eligible for up to 100% funding.
Total expected funding is ~$28 million, with individual awards ranging from $50,000 to $5 million. Applications will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis until all funding has been awarded.
Michigan fleet owners can apply for rebates to purchase new propane vehicles or convert existing vehicles to propane this year. Funding is available until funds are exhausted or until Dec 31.
Visit our Funding Hub for a comprehensive list of clean mobility funding opportunities in Michigan.
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