Best Auto Companies in Michigan, United States
The 465 best Auto companies in Michigan, United States in 2026, ranked by funding and momentum. Funding, investors, founders, valuation, tech stack and live signals. Top: Ford.
Our analysis of 50 Auto companies
$9.4b in tracked funding; 94% of the stack-profiled cohort runs cloud-native; funding activity peaked in 2025.
Ranked: Best Auto companies in Michigan
| # | Company | Disclosed funding | Last round | Employees | Tech stack | Patents & IP focus | Recent signals |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ford Automobile and commercial vehicle manufacturer 95Market top 4%Innovation top 7%Partners top 10%Funding top 12% All 13 signals ▾Markettop 4% Innovationtop 7% Partnerstop 10% Fundingtop 12% Techtop 16% Talenttop 25% Globaltop 27% Producttop 27% Moattop 28% Newstop 29% Fin. healthtop 35% Growthtop 49% Customerstop 50% Market: 177,000 employees (top 1% of Auto) · Revenue ~$187B Innovation: 31 new-product events in 24 mo rank vs industry peers · Fliar Intelligence Index 95/100 | $2.6B | 17 mo ago | 177,000 177,000 → 182,472 (+3%) · sector median +3% | Cart FunctionalityAdobe Experience ManagerApple iCloud Mail+34 | — | — |
| 2 | Truck Hero Premier online retailer for truck and automotive accessories and parts | $1.0B | 109 mo ago | 5,000 | — | — | — |
| 3 | Penske Automotive Dealer of commercial vehicles and parts | $551M | 100 mo ago | 28,000 | Apple iCloud MailAzurejQuery+11 | — | — |
| 4 | One 🦄 Manufacturer of battery cells, modules, and energy storage systems 62Moat top 15%Funding top 26%Growth top 32%Talent top 38% All 8 signals ▾Moattop 15% Fundingtop 26% Growthtop 32% Talenttop 38% Markettop 47% Globalbottom 46% Techbottom 44% Newsbottom 34% Moat: Editorial + unicorn rating 9/10 · Unicorn Funding: Raised $390M across 3 rounds · 3 rounds over 5 yrs (0.6/yr) rank vs industry peers · Fliar Intelligence Index 62/100 | $390M | 33 mo ago | 157 157 → 178 (+13%) · sector median +3% | DatoCMSApple iCloud MailMicrosoft 365+12 | — | — |
| 5 | Challenge Manufacturing Employee-owned automotive supplier delivering quality through innovation, growth, and dedication | $330M | 64 mo ago | 2,624 2,624 → 1,655 (-37%) · sector median +3% | WordPressMySQLPHP+20 | — | 1 internship |
| 6 | BorgWarner Manufacturer of multiple automotive parts and accessories 76Partners top 12%Market top 20%Funding top 23%Patents top 24% All 13 signals ▾Partnerstop 12% Markettop 20% Fundingtop 23% Patentstop 24% Newstop 25% Moattop 25% Fin. healthtop 27% Innovationtop 38% Producttop 46% Talenttop 46% Techtop 47% Growthtop 49% Globaltop 50% Partners: 7 contract events in 12 mo · Named contractor/client in 7 deals Market: 5,809 employees (top 7% of Auto) · Revenue ~$14.3B rank vs industry peers · Fliar Intelligence Index 76/100 | $274M | 15 mo ago | 5,809 | Apple iCloud MailMicrosoft 365ZURB Foundation+18 | 9,742 patents Advanced electric drivetrain components, power‑train gearsets, and waste‑heat recovery systems | 3 launchs · 1 partnership · 1 award |
| 7 | MSX International Automative retail network solutions provider | $260M | 142 mo ago | 1,107 | WordPressMySQLPHP+27 | 12 patents Thermal management and condition monitoring solutions for outdoor RF/antenna infrastructure | — |
| 8 | Hagerty 🦄 Automotive insurance solution provider to users | $212M | 35 mo ago | 1,874 | Amazon WebstoreCart FunctionalityContentful+34 | 3 patents Automotive VIN decoding and data processing software solutions | 1 job opening · 1 launch |
| 9 | Volkswagen Brand of passenger vehicles and financial advisory services 82Tech top 17%Product top 17%Patents top 22%Innovation top 28% All 12 signals ▾Techtop 17% Producttop 17% Patentstop 22% Innovationtop 28% Growthtop 32% Fundingtop 36% Customerstop 38% Talenttop 38% Markettop 45% Globaltop 48% Fin. healthtop 49% Moatbottom 34% Tech: 75 technologies across 6/8 capability areas · Cloud: Amazon Alb, Amazon Cloudfront Product: 15 published apps (5.3M installs) · Company stage: Public rank vs industry peers · Fliar Intelligence Index 82/100 | $186M | 18 mo ago | 7,729 | Apple iCloud MailSalesforceMicrosoft ASP.NET+22 | 242 patents Patents concentrated in transport & manufacturing processes | 6 partnerships |
| 10 | Dakkota Integrated Systems Manufacturer and supplier of OEM parts, cooling modules, front & rear suspension | $150M | 52 mo ago | 1,406 1,406 → 1,115 (-21%) · sector median +3% | WordPressMySQLPHP+20 | — | 2 job openings |
| 11 | Mobex Global Manufacturer of automotive fabrication parts | $150M | 92 mo ago | 1,500 | — | 2 patents Messaging management and content distribution platforms for telecom networks | — |
| 12 | Delphi Technologies Manufacturer and supplier of automotive parts to OEMs | $105M | 105 mo ago | 50,000 | — | 16 patents Automotive safety and powertrain control components, plus wearable medical oxygen systems. | 1 partnership |
| 13 | Chrysler Brand of luxury car | $62M | 183 mo ago | 2,903 | Amazon WebstoreCart FunctionalityAdobe Experience Manager+33 | 1,525 patents Vehicle interior configurations, hybrid powertrain, transmission control, hydraulic systems, and chassis components | — |
| 14 | Huron Manufacturer of complex tubular assemblies and precision machined products for the automotive industry | $58M | 130 mo ago | 322 | WordPress Block EditorWordPressMySQL+12 | 19 patents Dynamic power and workload management for modular server and data center systems | — |
| 15 | Tommy's Express App-based platform to book car washing and detailing services | $54M | 64 mo ago | 46 | WordPressApple iCloud MailMicrosoft 365+38 | — | 3 expansions |
| 16 | Cooper Standard Global supplier of sealing, fluid handling systems, and material science solutions | $51M | 74 mo ago | 409 | WordPressBugHerdApple iCloud Mail+36 | 878 patents Automotive fluid/air connectors, quick‑connect fittings, sensor‑embedded hoses, and pump valve systems | — |
| 17 | Adduxi Experts in complex plastic parts and assemblies for diverse industries | $48M | 52 mo ago | 34 | WordPressMySQLPHP+16 | — | — |
| 18 | General Motors Global automotive company 84Partners top 9%Market top 16%Funding top 19%Tech top 20% All 13 signals ▾Partnerstop 9% Markettop 16% Fundingtop 19% Techtop 20% Producttop 24% Moattop 26% Fin. healthtop 30% Innovationtop 34% Newstop 37% Talenttop 37% Patentstop 44% Growthtop 50% Globalbottom 48% Partners: 9 partnership announcements in 12 mo (35 in 24 mo) · 17 contract events in 12 mo Market: 76,000 employees (top 1% of Auto) · Revenue ~$185B rank vs industry peers · Fliar Intelligence Index 84/100 | $43M | 11 mo ago | 76,000 76,000 → 104,876 (+38%) · sector median +3% | Adobe Experience ManagerApple iCloud MailMicrosoft 365+28 | 49 patents Hybrid drivetrain cooling, torque control, fuel‑cell stacks, telematics, and regenerative braking systems | — |
| 19 | Camaco Provider of seat structures and mechanisms | $40M | 94 mo ago | — | WordPress Site EditorWordPressMySQL+23 | 40 patents Automotive seat recline, locking, and track mechanisms for vehicle seating systems | — |
| 20 | Bridgewater Interiors Automotive interiors manufacturer focused on quality, MBE leadership, and community impact | $40M | 106 mo ago | 2,102 | WordPressMySQLPHP+18 | — | — |
| 21 | GNS America Automotive supplier specializing in hot and conventional stamped components and assemblies | $30M | 64 mo ago | 299 299 → 167 (-44%) · sector median +3% | Cart FunctionalitySquarespace CommerceSquarespace+17 | — | 1 award |
| 22 | GT Technology Manufacturer and supplier of automotive component | $28M | 54 mo ago | 223 | WordPressMySQLPHP+21 | — | — |
| 23 | Key Safety Systems Manufacturer of automotive safety components and systems | $20M | 141 mo ago | 1,038 | — | 1,480 patents Vehicle occupant restraint systems: airbags, seat‑belt buckles, motor retractors, detection sensors | — |
| 24 | Key Plastics Manufacturer of injection-molded automotive components | $20M | 207 mo ago | 3,700 | — | — | — |
| 25 | Roll-Rite Manufacturer of automated tarp systems for trucks and trailers | $20M | 121 mo ago | 35 | Cart FunctionalityMagentoMySQL+24 | 80 patents Advanced tarp and cover systems for transport containers, including tension rollers and flexible couplers. | 2 launchs |
| 26 | Unique Fabricating Automotive die-cut and molded parts fabricator to OEMs | $14M | 159 mo ago | — | — | 25 patents Advanced polymer air‑duct, gasket, and water‑shield components for automotive HVAC systems | — |
| 27 | Grede Holdings Manufacturer of ductile, gray, and specialty iron castings for various industries | $12M | 193 mo ago | 3,800 | WordPress Block EditorWordPressMySQL+22 | 25 patents Automotive suspension knuckle design and industrial shaft/cupola furnace technologies | 2 awards |
| 28 | Automotive Credit Provides automotive financial services | $8M | 40 mo ago | 195 195 → 102 (-48%) · sector median +3% | WordPressApple iCloud MailMySQL+25 | — | — |
| 29 | Remora Provider of carbon capture and revenue-sharing solutions for transportation | $6M | 28 mo ago | 48 48 → 74 (+54%) · sector median +3% | WordPressMySQLPHP+19 | 3 patents Integrated water filtration, cleaning, and real-time quality monitoring systems | — |
| 30 | DURA Automotive Systems Manufacturer and supplier of major auto components to OEMs, tier 1, tier 2 companies | $5M | 47 mo ago | 350 | — | — | — |
| 31 | 3-Dimensional Prototype & low-volume manufacturing: metal, plastic parts, and assembly | $2M | 200 mo ago | 402 | WordPressMySQLPHP+19 | 7 patents Patents concentrated in computing, sensing & instrumentation | 1 launch |
| 32 | Adient Manufacturer and supplier of seats to OEMs | $892K | 34 mo ago | 1,202 | WordPress Block EditorWordPressMySQL+19 | 638 patents Automotive seating structures, components, and adjustment mechanisms for vehicle seats. | 2 awards |
| 33 | ElectroJet Designs and manufactures aircraft electronic control systems | $789K | 189 mo ago | 3 | — | 19 patents Automotive engine control systems and sealed overmolded electronic modules for sensors and connectors | — |
| 34 | Webasto Manufacturer and supplier of automotive components | $668K | 25 mo ago | 113 | — | 15 patents Vehicle roof and sliding window mechanisms, including cleaning, blind, latch, and drive systems | — |
| 35 | Aludyne Manufacturer and supplier of automotive body & frame components | $614K | 40 mo ago | 1,788 1,788 → 1,910 (+7%) · sector median +3% | Windows ServerBootstrapMicrosoft ASP.NET+10 | 3 patents Hybrid metal matrix composites fabricated via casting processes | — |
| 36 | Humanetics Provider of aerospace engineering services | $510K | 28 mo ago | 77 | DrupalApple iCloud MailMicrosoft 365+24 | 99 patents Pharmaceutical radiosensitizers and genistein-based anti‑inflammatory/respiratory therapeutics. | 1 award |
| 37 | Trailer Equipment Provider of semi-trailer sales, rentals, service, and parts | $476K | 17 mo ago | 40 | WordPressApple iCloud MailMySQL+20 | — | — |
| 38 | Inteva Products Automotive supplier delivering innovative interior, closure, and motor & electronics systems | $313K | 48 mo ago | 175 | WordPressMySQLPHP+15 | 725 patents Patents concentrated in construction | 1 internship · 1 expansion · 2 awards |
| 39 | Biked Provider of bike repair and maintenance service | $305K | 21 mo ago | 10 | Webflow EcommerceWebflowReact+18 | — | 1 launch |
| 40 | Plasancarbon Manufacturer of carbon fiber parts and assemblies for automotive OEMs | $175K | 168 mo ago | 118 | — | — | — |
| 41 | Tower International Manufacturer and supplier of body &chassis components to OEMs | $169K | 26 mo ago | 5,700 | — | 85 patents Portable, extendable tower structures for rapid telecom and broadcast deployment | — |
| 42 | Munro Design Associates Provider of product design and manufacturing optimization services | $155K | 123 mo ago | 124 | WordPressMySQLPHP+20 | — | — |
Top 12 Auto companies in Michigan
#1
Public · Dearborn, Michigan · founded 1903 · 177000 employees$2.6Braised▾
Automobile and commercial vehicle manufacturer. Owns automobiles under the brand's troller, FPV and has a minority stake in Mazda and Aston Martin. Previously owned brands like Jaguar and Land Rover, Volvo. Ford introduced methods for large-scale manufacturing of cars and large-scale management of an industrial workforce by moving assembly lines. In 2022, the company recorded annual revenues of $165.06B and a net profit of $2.89B.
- Jan 2025Conventional Debt$432.5M
- Mar 2023Grant (prize money)$473.1K
- Sep 2021Grant (prize money)$2.1M
- Jul 2021Grant (prize money)$1.2M
#2
Acquired · Auburn Hills, Michigan · founded 1928 · 5809 employees$274.4Mraised▾
BorgWarner is a manufacturer and supplier of propulsion systems to OEMs and aftermarket companies. Manufactures ignition technology components, starters, alternators, thermal management systems, transmission technology components, electric boosting technology components, hybrid architecture, EV transmissions, electric drive motors, and electric drive modules for the automotive industry. In 2022, the company recorded annual revenues of $16.11B and a net profit of $0.96B.
- Mar 2025Grant (prize money)$5M
- Feb 2023Grant (prize money)$1M
- Jun 2022Grant (prize money)$623.7K
- Nov 2021Grant (prize money)$225K
#3
Public · Detroit, Michigan · founded 1908 · 76000 employees$42.5Mraised▾
General Motors is an America-based global automotive company. The company designs, manufactures, markets, and distributes vehicles and their parts, and sells financial services. There are eight automotive brands under the General Motors corporate umbrella viz. Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, Cadillac, Holden, Baojun, Wuling, and Jiefang. As of October 2017, the company claims that there are over 19K dealers selling its vehicles in over 125 countries around the world. The company delivered 10 million vehicles globally in 2016. In 2022, the company recorded annual revenues of $160.74B and a net profit of $9.39B.
- Jun 2025Grant (prize money)$1.9M
- May 2025Grant (prize money)$2M
- May 2025Conventional Debt$29.8M
- Apr 2025Grant (prize money)$3M
#4
Public · Auburn Hills, Michigan · founded 1937 · 7729 employees$185.9Mraised▾
Brand of passenger vehicles and financial advisory services
- Nov 2024Conventional Debt$179.1M
- Oct 2020Grant (prize money)$46.3K
- Sep 2020Grant (prize money)$411.7K
- Jul 2017Grant (prize money)$57.3K
#5
One 🦄Series B · Novi, Michigan · founded 2020 · 157 employees$390Mraised▾
Manufacturer of battery cells, modules, and energy storage systems. The company focuses on producing lithium iron phosphate battery technology for grid storage, rail, and defense applications. It offers cells engineered for demanding environments and fast charging capabilities. The company also provides battery management systems and pack solutions.
- Sep 2023Series B—
- Feb 2023Series B$300M
- Mar 2022Series A$65M
- Oct 2021Series A$25M
#6
Hagerty 🦄Public · Traverse City, Michigan · founded 1983 · 1874 employees$212.5Mraised▾
Automotive insurance solution provider to users
- Jun 2023Post IPO$80M
- Aug 2019PE$212.5M
#7
Funding Raised · Grand Rapids, Michigan · founded 1985 · 40 employees$476.3Kraised▾
Provider of semi-trailer sales, rentals, service, and parts. The business offers an inventory of new and used trailers, including dry van, flatbed, reefer, and storage trailers. It provides trailer repair and truck repair services. The business also offers a parts department for trailer maintenance.
- Jan 2025Grant (prize money)$476.3K
#8
Series A · Grand Rapids, Michigan · founded 2020 · 10 employees$305Kraised▾
Provider of bike repair and maintenance service. The company provides an application to book services. It provides pick up the delivery of the bike to the owner after the repair. It also provides users to buy, sell, and ship bikes, parts, and equipment on the platform.
- Sep 2024Series A$150K
- Jul 2023Seed$120K
- May 2023Seed$35K
#9
Funding Raised · Walker, Michigan · founded 1981 · 2624 employees$330Mraised▾
Employee-owned automotive supplier delivering quality through innovation, growth, and dedication. The company is a leading Tier automotive supplier committed to operational excellence. They manufacture with a focus on empowering employee-owners and fostering a culture of collective dedication. Their capabilities include stamping, welding, and assembly processes, utilizing industrial robots. They prioritize safety, quality, and timely delivery, continuously optimizing expenses and investing in their people. The company emphasizes employee engagement, offering programs and activities to improve the employee experience and give back to the community. They are dedicated to innovation, expansion, and development as an industry leader, ensuring long-term success and customer satisfaction.
- Feb 2021Conventional Debt$100M
- Mar 2015Conventional Debt$230M
#10
Acquired · Ann Arbor, Michigan · founded 2007 · 5000 employees$1Braised▾
Premier online retailer for truck and automotive accessories and parts. It offers a vast selection of products to customize and enhance trucks and other vehicles. The company provides a wide array of accessories, including truck bed covers, steps, floor mats, liners, racks, carriers, bed liners, bumpers, seat covers, and tool boxes. It emphasizes customer service with real experts providing assistance. The website offers a user-friendly experience, allowing customers to shop by vehicle make and model. The company also provides resources such as installation guides and articles. It aims to be a comprehensive destination for vehicle enthusiasts seeking quality accessories and parts with options for financing and warranty. The business model is B2C, focusing on direct sales to consumers through its e-commerce platform.
- 2017PE—
- May 2017Conventional Debt$1B
- Mar 2014Series A—
#11
Funding Raised · Brighton, Michigan · founded 2001 · 1406 employees$150Mraised▾
Manufacturer and supplier of OEM parts, cooling modules, front & rear suspension
- Jan 2022Conventional Debt$150M
#12
Series A · Wixom, Michigan · founded 2020 · 48 employees$5.6Mraised▾
Provider of carbon capture and revenue-sharing solutions for transportation. This company retrofits vehicles with zero-backpressure carbon capture technology. The system extracts and purifies carbon dioxide from exhaust, reducing pollutants and generating revenue by selling the purified CO2. Revenue is shared with vehicle operators, enabling a rapid return on investment. The captured CO2 is then transported and permanently sequestered, further mitigating environmental impact. The company offers a complete solution, from retrofitting to CO2 transport and permanent storage.
- Feb 2024Series A—
- 2023Series A—
- Aug 2021Seed$5.5M
- Mar 2021Seed$125K
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How research on Autonomous Vehicles in Michigan is moving
A read on the academic research around Autonomous Vehicles in Michigan — which themes are gaining ground, the institutions and researchers driving them, and how the tone is shifting. Based on 171 papers.
University of Michigan and Michigan State University lead Michigan's AV safety and traffic-control research across 171 papers, with breakthrough findings dominating and a cautiously optimistic stance (0.47).
- University of Michigan53
- University of Michigan–Ann Arbor51
- Michigan State University22
- University of Michigan–Dearborn21
- Western Michigan University13
- Computer vision1→10
- Perception1→7
- Trajectory1→4
- Control theory (sociology)1→3
- Lidar1→3
- Reinforcement learning1→4
- Simulation1→3
- Adversarial system4
- Computer security4
- Demography3
- Context (archaeology)3
- Perception3