The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) announced on April 6 that the Federal Highway Administration has approved Michigan’s Fiscal Year 2026 Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Deployment Plan and the state’s fully built out certification request under the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Program. This approval allows MDOT to invest the remaining $51 million from its $106 million allocation for expanding electric vehicle charging infrastructure across Michigan.
This development is significant as it aims to close critical gaps in Michigan’s electric vehicle charging network, support economic growth, and maintain the state’s leadership in mobility innovation. The additional funding will help ensure equitable access to charging stations, improve reliability, and align with broader economic development and grid planning goals.
MDOT plans a third round of applications so that every community can seek NEVI funds for projects such as supporting medium-duty vehicles and fleets. After two procurement rounds, MDOT is working to deploy 83 NEVI charging stations throughout Michigan, which are detailed on its NEVI Charging Stations Map. Collaboration continues with local governments, tribal nations, utilities, industry partners, and other stakeholders to make sure implementation aligns with statewide priorities.
The department manages nearly 10,000 miles of state highways along with more than 4,800 bridges and extensive non-motorized trails according to the official website. With over 2,800 employees across seven regions and dozens of facilities statewide according to the agency, MDOT oversees not only highways but also bridge maintenance, rail services, public transit programs, aviation initiatives, non-motorized trails management and safety standards as reported by MDOT.
MDOT features leadership by a director alongside key executives such as a chief administrative officer and chief operations officer according to its official website. The agency’s mission centers on serving people and communities while linking them through transportation efforts according to MDOT.
Public input remains central as MDOT continues outreach through its NEVI website and encourages residents interested in program updates or future announcements to sign up for GovDelivery.
