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Michigan loaned $35M to mobility center. Debt could cripple it, boosters say

Michigan seeks $35 million loan repayment from the American Center for Mobility, jeopardizing the nonprofit test site.
The ACM argues the loan was never meant to be profit-driven but to foster a nonprofit, open-source industry testing environment.
Negotiations continue with the MEDC as legislators weigh potential forgiveness or debt restructuring.
State funding has supported ACM since 2016, with the aim of bolstering Michigan’s mobility industry.
ACM's test track remains a national asset, with collaborations involving Toyota and universities.
Some lawmakers question subsidy spending amid broader cuts to MEDC programs in the 2026 budget.
ACM leadership credits Sarkar’s prior direction for navigating tech shifts and funding changes.
Michigan says the ACM supports its mobility ecosystem, including hydrogen, gas tech, and EV charging work.
ACM plans to hire a new CEO as leadership transitions occur amid strategic shifts.
The ACM’s broader mission includes supporting national mobility research and testing within a public-private framework.

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