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Best Electric Vehicles Companies in Michigan, United States

The 50 best Electric Vehicles companies in Michigan, United States in 2026, ranked by funding and momentum. Funding, investors, founders, valuation, tech stack and live signals. Top: Slate Auto.

50companies tracked
$1.9Bdisclosed funding
1unicorns
21have raised
FLIAR INTELLIGENCE · ELECTRIC VEHICLES × MICHIGAN

Our analysis of 50 Electric Vehicles companies

$36.4b in tracked funding; 89% of the stack-profiled cohort runs cloud-native; funding activity peaked in 2025.

50companies analysed
89%cloud-native stacks
2025funding peak (by rounds)
7unicorns
2017median founding year
183kcombined LinkedIn audience
80%of audience held by top 3
1companies hiring publicly (12 mo)

Ranked: Best Electric Vehicles companies in Michigan

#CompanyLast roundDisclosed fundingEmployeesFounderStagePatents & IP focusRecent signals
1Amigo Mobility International
Improving lives through mobility solutions: personal, retail, industrial, and healthcare
———Al Thieme
Founder and Chairman
Unfunded—1 job opening · 1 launch
2autobike
AutoBike designs and builds electronically controlled automatic shifting systems for bicycles.
——5—Deadpooled——
3Boaz Bikes
App-based platform offering electric scooter rental services
——7—Funding Raised——
4Coritech Services
Industrial control systems, gas detection, and system integration solutions provider
——27Russell Ristau
President / CEO
Unfunded2 patents
Modular microgrid hardware and control for distributed renewable energy integration
—
5Detroit Electric
Provider of electrical contracting, infrastructure, and maintenance solutions for various sectors
——28—Unfunded——
6Dunamis Charge
Manufacturer of electric vehicle chargers
———Natalie King
Founder & CEO
Unfunded3 patents
EV charging station hardware and fast‑charging infrastructure for electric vehicles
1 partnership
7Eco Motion Central
Internet-first media providing contents related to electric vehicles
———Dave Conway
Co-Founder
Unfunded——
8EcoV Electric
Electric cars for fleet and personal applications
——6Richard Marks
Founder & President
Unfunded——

Top 12 Electric Vehicles companies in Michigan

#1
Series C · Troy, Michigan · founded 2022
$1.4Braised
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Manufacturer of customizable electric pickup trucks and SUVs. The company offers a base vehicle that customers can personalize with a variety of accessories and configurations, including different body styles, wheels, tires, and exterior wraps. This allows for a high degree of individualization, enabling customers to create a vehicle tailored to their specific needs and preferences. The process involves reserving a spot, then selecting options during the ordering phase, with further customization possible even after purchase. The focus is on providing an affordable, adaptable electric vehicle.

Fliar Intelligence Index™ 72how this company ranks against its industry peers
Funding
top 15%
Tech
top 31%
Market
top 37%
Talent
top 38%
Growth
top 45%
Global
bottom 33%
Funding: Raised $1.4B across 3 rounds · 3 rounds over 3 yrs (1.0/yr) · Last round Series C (Apr 2026)
Tech: 37 technologies across 5/8 capability areas · Cloud: Cloudflare, Vercel · Observability: Datadog
Market: Top-100,000 web property
Audience (LinkedIn): 74k LinkedIn followers — 40.6% of this cohort's audience
Funding rounds
  • Apr 2026Series C$650M
  • Apr 2025Series B$590M
  • 2023Series A$111M
Founders & team
Miles ArnoneCo-FounderJeff WilkeCo-Founder
Investors
Slauson, Bezos Expeditions, General Catalyst, TWG Global
Tech stack
Amazon AdvertisingAmazon WebstoreApple Icloud MailCloudflareCloudflare Bot ManagementContentful
#2
Acquired · Detroit, Michigan · founded 2010 · 43 employees
$9.4Mraised
▾

Developers of lithium batteries and battery systems. They develop various forms of lithium cells,batteries and battery systems depending on the application required.

LinkedIn Pulse recent public activity · Jul 2026
Audience: 4k LinkedIn followers — 2.2% of this cohort's audience
Funding rounds
  • May 2025Grant (prize money)$4M
  • Jul 2018Grant (prize money)$110.1K
  • Jun 2014Grant (prize money)$150K
  • Jun 2013Grant (prize money)$1.1M
Investors
OSTI
Tech stack
Apache Http ServerApple Icloud MailCloudwaysElementorFont AwesomeGodaddy
#3
One 🦄
Series B · Novi, Michigan · founded 2020 · 157 employees
$390Mraised
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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.

Fliar Intelligence Index™ 62how this company ranks against its industry peers
Moat
top 15%
Funding
top 26%
Growth
top 32%
Talent
top 38%
Market
top 47%
Global
bottom 46%
Moat: Editorial + unicorn rating 9/10 · Unicorn
Funding: Raised $390M across 3 rounds · 3 rounds over 5 yrs (0.6/yr) · Last round Series B (Sep 2023)
Growth: Headcount 34 → 157 (+362%) across vintages
Audience (LinkedIn): 39k LinkedIn followers — 21.4% of this cohort's audience
Funding rounds
  • Sep 2023Series B—
  • Feb 2023Series B$300M
  • Mar 2022Series A$65M
  • Oct 2021Series A$25M
Founders & team
Mujeeb IjazFounder & CEOPaul HumphriesChief Executive Officer
Investors
Oman Investment Authority, Temasek, Coatue, Riverstone Holdings, Fifth Wall, Sente
Tech stack
Amazon CloudfrontAmazon S3Amazon Web ServicesApple Icloud MailCloudflareDatocms
#4
Seed · Flint, Michigan · founded 2018 · 5 employees
$240Kraised
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KUHMUTE provides technology solutions for the vehicle to grid charging. It offers smart charging hubs for electric scooters, e-bikes, and e-skateboards. Also, provides solutions for micro-mobility rideshares. KUHMUTE won several awards including the “Best Mobility Hardware Company” by Planetm.

Funding rounds
  • Sep 2024Seed$240K
  • 2019Seed—
Founders & team
Peter DeppeFounder & CTOScott SpitlerCo-Founder & CTOPeter DeppeFounder & Cto
Investors
Right Side Capital Management, Comeback Capital
#5
Acquired · Auburn Hills, Michigan · founded 2020 · 122 employees
$26Mraised
▾

Developer of electric cargo-vans and telematics solutions for last-mile delivery. The company develops electric cargo-vans with features like 2,403 LBS payload capacity, 150 to 200-mile range, optimized charging time, etc. Also, it offers data-driven telematics and fleet management solutions.

Funding rounds
  • Dec 2020Post IPO$990K
  • Dec 2020Post IPO$25M
#6
Deadpooled · Oak Park, Michigan · founded 1999 · 119 employees
$49.6Mraised
▾

Online entertainment platform offering slot games and various shopping categories. It is a multifaceted online platform that combines entertainment with e-commerce. As a leading online slot game provider, it offers a variety of engaging games with high Return to Player (RTP) rates, aiming to provide players with significant winning opportunities. Beyond gaming, the platform features an extensive online shopping experience, offering a wide array of products across numerous categories, including electronics, fashion, home goods, health and beauty, and automotive. The e-commerce side includes features like a shopping cart, account login, wishlist, order management, and multiple payment methods. The platform also provides customer support through live chat, ensuring a seamless user experience. It serves as both a B2C entertainment hub and an e-commerce marketplace, providing diverse products and services to its users.

Funding rounds
  • Sep 2011Grant (prize money)$550.9K
  • Feb 2011Post IPO$20.1M
  • Jan 2010Post IPO$28.9M
Investors
OSTI, Ludgate
#7
Series A · Farmington, Michigan · founded 2018 · 7 employees
$20Mraised
▾

Hercules Electric Vehicles is a developer of electric pickup trucks. Its features include a 4-motor drive system, DC fast charging, torque-vectoring propulsion, large range and trailering weight, 8kwh AC invertor, multiple power-train systems, custom interior, etc

Funding rounds
  • Mar 2021Series A$20M
Investors
CMD Global Partners
#8
Acquired · Oak Park, Michigan · founded 2014 · 32 employees
$3Mraised
▾

Platform offering on electric trucks and utility vehicles. It including model details, performance specifications, interior and exterior features, cargo capacity, technology options, and design elements. The site includes resources such as vehicle configurations, technical documents, updates, media materials, support information, and tools for users to explore different models and understand their capabilities.

LinkedIn Pulse recent public activity · Jul 2026
Audience: 33k LinkedIn followers — 18.2% of this cohort's audience
Activity: 2 product launches announced in 12 mo
Funding rounds
  • Jul 2023Grant (prize money)$3M
Investors
State of Michigan
Tech stack
WordpressMysqlPhpOceanwpThe Events CalendarWoocommerce
#9
Funding Raised · Detroit, Michigan · founded 2011 · 10 employees
$2.6Mraised
▾

Airspace Experience Technologies is a developer of vertical takeoff and landing electric vehicle 'MOBi-One' with up to 260 miles range. The aircraft uses the distributed electric propulsion (DEP) system and integrates a hybrid propulsion system that enables the aircraft to fly without recharging.

LinkedIn Pulse recent public activity · Jul 2026
Audience: 3k LinkedIn followers
Funding rounds
  • Dec 2022Conventional Debt$2.4M
  • Sep 2017Conventional Debt$230K
Founders & team
R KingCo-FounderAnita SenguptaCo-Founder & Chief Product OfficerJp YCo-Founder
Investors
OMG3 Ventures
#10
Series B · Auburn Hills, Michigan · founded 2008 · 150 employees
$17Mraised
▾

All Love Tempted - Love Yourself: Exploring Malaysian culture and lifestyle through diverse articles. The website features content on food, education, travel, business, and personal well-being. It covers topics like fast food, schools, baby products, car rentals, event spaces, digital marketing, and insurance. The platform shares stories about Malaysian brands, educational institutions, and lifestyle choices. It aims to inspire and inform readers about various aspects of life in Malaysia. The website offers insights into local businesses, cultural experiences, and personal development. It serves as a resource for those seeking information and inspiration related to Malaysian culture and lifestyle.

Funding rounds
  • Jun 2012Series B$10M
  • Feb 2010Series A$7M
#11
Seed · Detroit, Michigan · founded 2023
$20Kraised
▾

Station management solutions for EV charging stations. The company offers solutions to streamline the process of managing the operational performance of EV charging sites. The platform offers solutions like charging management, optimization, and more.

LinkedIn Pulse recent public activity · Jul 2026
Audience: 224 LinkedIn followers
Activity: 1 awards announced in 12 mo
Funding rounds
  • 2024Seed$20K
Founders & team
Brittany MFounder & CEO
Investors
Techstars, Village Capital
#12
Seed · Ann Arbor, Michigan · founded 2008 · 74 employees
$250Kraised
▾

Provider of electric powertrain system for vehicles. The company specializes in development of electric and hybrid propulsion systems for automotive applications.

LinkedIn Pulse recent public activity · Jul 2026
Audience: 9k LinkedIn followers — 5.0% of this cohort's audience
Activity: 2 product launches announced in 12 mo
Funding rounds
  • Nov 2021Seed—
  • 2012Seed$250K
Investors
Ann Arbor SPARK, MiddleGround Capital, Invest Detroit
Tech stack
BootstrapCart FunctionalityCloudflareCloudflare Bot ManagementCloudflare Browser InsightsCore-Js

Funding & investor landscape

$1.9Btotal disclosed funding
17companies funded
37disclosed rounds
0rounds last 90 days
Most active investors
Invest Detroit4 rounds
OSTI2 rounds
Techstars2 rounds
Village Capital2 rounds
AIC1 rounds
ARPA-E1 rounds
ATDC1 rounds
Aicapitalpartners1 rounds
Ann Arbor SPARK1 rounds
Assembly Ventures1 rounds

Notable founders

Miles Arnone
Co-Founder · Slate Auto
Jeff Wilke
Co-Founder · Slate Auto
Mujeeb Ijaz
Founder & CEO · One
Paul Humphries
Chief Executive Officer · One
Peter Deppe
Founder & CTO · KUHMUTE
Scott Spitler
Co-Founder & CTO · KUHMUTE
R King
Co-Founder · ASX
Anita Sengupta
Co-Founder & Chief Product Officer · ASX
Brittany M
Founder & CEO · Optimize EV
Lihang Nong
Founder · Nimbus
John Harding
Founder · Current Motor
Terry Richards
Co-Founder · Current Motor
Prism market signals · United States · country-scoped Prism corpus, 734,138 docs

Market landscape — 10 sub-themes by coverage

Share of Electric Vehicles coverage by sub-theme.

Regulatory-risk over time rising

Funding & growth over time

funding rising · growth rising

RESEARCH IN MICHIGAN · Mobility

How research on Electric Vehicles in Michigan is moving

A read on the academic research around Electric Vehicles in Michigan — which themes are gaining ground, the institutions and researchers driving them, and how the tone is shifting. Based on 307 papers.

307 papers · stance +0.53 · 23% breakthrough · 9% concern
breakthrough · advancement · concern
top institutions
  • University of Michigan–Ann Arbor103
  • University of Michigan–Dearborn74
  • University of Michigan49
  • Michigan Technological University49
  • Michigan State University31
leading researchers
Ilya Kolmanovsky · Mohammad Reza Amini · Chris Mı · Jing Sun · Anna G. Stefanopoulou · Huei Peng
prism intelligence · tone & topics
97% positive · 2% critical tone
AutomotiveTransportationEnergyBusinessEnvironmentElectronics
▲ Breakthroughs68 · 22%
▲ 16%→26% share
▲1.6× share momentum9 median citations41% since 2021mostly methods-led
Breakthroughs are rising (16%→26% of field), led by Battery (electricity).
rising sub-themes (early→recent)
  • Battery (electricity)2→10
  • Automotive engineering6→10
  • Power (physics)2→5
  • Acceleration1→3
  • Computer security1→3
Newly emergingControl theory (sociology) 0→3
Landmark Online State-of-Health Estimation for Li-Ion Battery Using Partial Charging Segment Based on Support Vector Machine · 466 cites
◆ Advancements196 · 64%
▼ 71%→53% share
▼0.7× share momentum13 median citations30% since 2021mostly methods-led
Advancements are cooling (71%→53% of field), led by Power (physics).
rising sub-themes (early→recent)
  • Power (physics)4→8
  • Electrification1→4
  • Model predictive control5→8
  • Gasoline1→3
  • Electricity3→5
Newly emergingRange (aeronautics) 0→6 · Energy consumption 0→5 · Transport engineering 0→5
Landmark MPC-Based Energy Management of a Power-Split Hybrid Electric Vehicle · 710 cites
▼ Concerns27 · 9%
▲ 7%→15% share
▲2.1× share momentum5 median citations59% since 2021mostly empirical
Concerns are rising (7%→15% of field), led by Automotive engineering.
rising sub-themes (early→recent)
  • Automotive engineering8
  • Grid4
  • Battery (electricity)3
  • Driving cycle3
  • Greenhouse gas3
Landmark Wireless Power Transfer for Electric Vehicle Applications · 2,075 cites

Common questions

How many Electric Vehicles companies are there in Michigan, United States?
Radar tracks 50 indexable Electric Vehicles companies headquartered in Michigan, United States that meet our profile-completeness bar.
What is the total funding raised by Electric Vehicles companies in Michigan, United States?
The Electric Vehicles companies in Michigan, United States on this list have raised a combined $1.9B in disclosed equity funding across 17 funded companies.
Which is the highest-funded Electric Vehicles company in Michigan, United States?
Slate Auto is the highest-funded Electric Vehicles company in Michigan, United States, with $1.4B in disclosed equity funding.
How many Electric Vehicles companies in Michigan, United States are funded?
17 of the 50 Electric Vehicles companies in Michigan, United States on this list have disclosed at least one equity funding round.
How many Electric Vehicles unicorns are there in Michigan, United States?
1 Electric Vehicles company in Michigan, United States on this list is valued at $1B or more.
Who are the top investors in Michigan, United States Electric Vehicles companies?
The most active investors in Michigan, United States Electric Vehicles companies on this list include Invest Detroit, OSTI, Techstars, Village Capital, AIC.
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