What is Mobility?
Mobility includes engineering, manufacturing and technologies that design, build and power transportation systems across land and air — from automotive and advanced batteries to aerospace, batteries, defense and next-generation propulsion systems.
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Emma Bostwick
Vice President of Business Attraction
Sector Quick Facts
- Michigan is the #1 state for OEM and supplier-announced investments since 2018
- 21% of all U.S. auto production occurred in Michigan in 2022
- 96 out of the top 100 automotive suppliers are located in Michigan
in the nation for automotive manufacturing jobs, 6x higher than national average
of automotive & mobility R&D spending in the U.S. takes place in Michigan
4 Reasons Why Lansing is Competitive
Industry-Honed Talent: Michigan State University graduates approximately 1,300 engineering students annually while its Mobility research advances work in autonomy, cybersecurity, and next-gen transportation systems. Lansing Community College adds programs in robotics & automation, advanced manufacturing, and skilled trades through its Center for Manufacturing Excellence. Both prepare the region's workforce for Mobility manufacturing of the future.
Lower Costs, Higher Value: Lansing offers a lower cost of living and operating environment compared to other manufacturing hubs, while still delivering a high quality of life.
Longstanding History of Innovation: Home to R. E. Olds Motor Car Company and 120+ years of automotive production, Lansing brings institutional knowledge to new mobility investment, demonstrated through commitments like LG Energy Solutions new battery facility and ATESTEO's first North American headquarters.
Centrally Located Advantages: Sitting at the center of Michigan's highway and rail infrastructure, Lansing is within 90 minutes of 90% of Michigan's population and a day's drive from half the U.S. and Canadian population — with a full-service Port of Entry, Foreign Trade Zone #275, and direct access to Detroit, Chicago, and Canadian markets.
Lansing's Business Case in Action
ATESTEO Launches in East Lansing
46
new high quality jobs
$27M
investment committed
$4M+
in grants, abatements, and workforce support
35k SF
renovated high tech facility
Our state-of-the-art drivetrain testing and calibration facility will drive innovation and economic development in the region. I want to express our gratitude to the Lansing region for welcoming us as we establish our North American headquarters.
Roy Schulde, President