DETROIT, MICHIGAN
We look forward to welcoming you to Detroit, Michigan for ITS America Conference & Expo 2026. Detroit is the automobile capital of the U.S. and a leader in transforming mobility through innovation and is a premier venue to bring together the entire intelligent transportation community to focus on Empowering Innovation and see implementation of the latest technologies and solutions first-hand. Check out the information below to get ready for your trip.
WHY DETROIT?
Detroit Department of Transportation is the largest transit provider in Michigan, offering service to an average of 85,000 residents daily.
Over the next 25 years, $3.2 billion will be spent towards the safety of roads and bridges in Michigan.
The Michigan Mobility Corridor is one of the world’s first connected and autonomous vehicle corridors and is a leader in smart infrastructure.
The Michigan Mobility Corridor is one of the world’s first connected and autonomous vehicle corridors and is a leader in smart infrastructure.
The Michigan Mobility Corridor is one of the world’s first connected and autonomous vehicle corridors and is a leader in smart infrastructure.
The Michigan Mobility Corridor is one of the world’s first connected and autonomous vehicle corridors and is a leader in smart infrastructure.
WHY DETROIT?
DETROIT METRO AIRPORT
Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW) is one of the world’s leading air transportation hubs with over 800 daily flights connecting three continents. Operated by the Wayne County Airport Authority, DTW is complemented by nearby Willow Run Airport, a key facility for corporate, cargo, and general aviation. WCAA plays a vital role in driving economic growth, supporting and sustaining more than 86,000 jobs across Michigan.
THE DETROIT PEOPLE MOVER
The Detroit People Mover is an elevated, automated light-rail system designed to make navigating downtown fast, simple, and secure. Spanning a 2.9-mile loop, the system completes its route in about 15 minutes, stopping automatically at 13 key downtown destinations, such as Huntington Place, the GM Renaissance Center, and Greektown.
QLINE
The QLine is a 3.3-mile streetcar that travels along Woodward Avenue, connecting Congress Street to West Grand Boulevard in downtown Detroit. This circulating route passes through downtown and New Center, conveniently stopping near top destinations like Little Caesars Arena, the Detroit Institute of Arts, and the Museum of Contemporary Art. With headways of 8 to 12 minutes, the streetcar features 20 stations serving 12 key locations.
Bringing together the intelligent transportation community.