State Transportation Director Bradley C. Wieferich has been named to lend his expertise to the Intelligent Transportation Society of America (ITS America) Board of Directors, beginning in January 2026. Michigan's commitment to forging pathways in smart transportation has certainly not gone unnoticed, and this appointment is seen as recognition of the strides taken under Wieferich's directive. A link between safety and innovation forms the cornerstone of his new role, striving to ensure that mobility solutions are both progressive and protective of those they serve.
As a leading advocate of Michigan's ventures into the realm of connected and autonomous vehicle technology, Wieferich is expected to seamlessly integrate this regional innovation into the national framework. His experience is set to greatly benefit ITS America's mission to improve overall transportation systems for every road user. The responsibility to actively foster this technological evolution is never a simple prospect to undertake, yet Wieferich is no stranger to handling multiple high-level commitments in the sphere of state and national transportation.
Alongside his fresh appointment at ITS America, Wieferich holds influential positions on the Board of Directors for the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) and presides as the current president of the Mid America Association of State Transportation Officials (MAASTO). In addition, the Michigan Department of Transportation notes his contributions to Michigan's Council on Future Mobility and Electrification and the Mackinac Bridge Authority, platforms that are addressing critical issues facing the state's transportation future.
With a Bachelor's degree in civil engineering from Michigan State University (class of 92), Wieferich has not only the credentials but also the practical experience to significantly contribute to help drive the conversation on transportation innovation. An official photograph accompanying the announcement is available for those interested in visual insights into the leadership shaping the nation's transportation dialogue.
