Another possible bright spot on the horizon for Michigan is the announced partnering of the state of Michigan and Michigan International Speedway to establish a testing ground for the next generation connected vehicle technologies. If all goes well, this collaboration could create 10,000 jobs plus in the state, according to Dave Cole, chairman of Ann Arbor based, Center for Automotive Research.
The speedway in Brooklyn, 30 minutes southwest of Ann Arbor, will be used as a proving ground for technologies that will allow cars to communicate wirelessly both with each other and with infrastructure imbedded in the road. This “bleeding edge” technology already is offered on a few production vehicles in the form of lane-departure (fancy word for weaving) and blind- spot detection systems. This technology could greatly reduce crash related fatalities and improve traffic flow. Yea! No more traffic jams!
Seriously, this is exactly the type of high tech industry this great state desperately needs. If this connected vehicle technology comes to fruition, with its highly educated work force and the 2 great universities (University of Michigan & Eastern Michigan University) as added resources, Ann Arbor should benefit greatly, as suppliers and after-market technology companies, look to profit from the latest in the evolution of the auto.
If this collaboration becomes a reality, the Brooklyn facility, would be the first cooperative wireless testing facility in the nation. Wouldn't it be great to be first for something this cutting edge for a change, instead of the negative firsts, Michigan has been known for lately? Yes, it would indeed!
If you have questions regarding your Ann Arbor Area home, have other real estate questions or concerns, the Wickland Group can address your needs. Our experienced team of Realtors, marketers and support staff are here to help you with your real estate needs in Ann Arbor and throughout Washtenaw and Wayne Counties. Expect only the best customer service and support from the team, taking all of the stress out of your real estate experience!
The speedway in Brooklyn, 30 minutes southwest of Ann Arbor, will be used as a proving ground for technologies that will allow cars to communicate wirelessly both with each other and with infrastructure imbedded in the road. This “bleeding edge” technology already is offered on a few production vehicles in the form of lane-departure (fancy word for weaving) and blind- spot detection systems. This technology could greatly reduce crash related fatalities and improve traffic flow. Yea! No more traffic jams!
Seriously, this is exactly the type of high tech industry this great state desperately needs. If this connected vehicle technology comes to fruition, with its highly educated work force and the 2 great universities (University of Michigan & Eastern Michigan University) as added resources, Ann Arbor should benefit greatly, as suppliers and after-market technology companies, look to profit from the latest in the evolution of the auto.
If this collaboration becomes a reality, the Brooklyn facility, would be the first cooperative wireless testing facility in the nation. Wouldn't it be great to be first for something this cutting edge for a change, instead of the negative firsts, Michigan has been known for lately? Yes, it would indeed!
If you have questions regarding your Ann Arbor Area home, have other real estate questions or concerns, the Wickland Group can address your needs. Our experienced team of Realtors, marketers and support staff are here to help you with your real estate needs in Ann Arbor and throughout Washtenaw and Wayne Counties. Expect only the best customer service and support from the team, taking all of the stress out of your real estate experience!
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