Michigan has a rich history in mobility and the advanced automotive industry

Michigan has a rich history in mobility and the advanced automotive industry. The state currently employs about 1.2 million people in the auto industry, twice as many as the second-largest state, Ohio. Michigan is also the number one state in automotive research and development, spending $11.8 billion annually. Located west of the Motor City of Detroit, Ann Arbor is a prime location for innovation and technology. Abundant research and development resources and talent make the city a strong contender on the world stage. Similarly, Ann Arbor's technology-focused industrial cluster continues to propel the region forward. The Big Three, Ford Motor Company, GM, and Chrysler, have deep roots in the region, with their headquarters located within 90 miles of Ann Arbor. The expanded Toyota Motor North America Research and Development, Hyundai American Technical Center and FordLab are just a few of the many successful companies in the Ann Arbor area. Today, Washtenaw County is home to more than 200 of his auto companies, employing more than 20,000 people. e.