University of Michigan School of Information

Menu
UMSI logo

Automotive UX

The study of automotive UX (User Experience) focuses on enhancing the design and interaction elements of in-vehicle systems to optimize overall user satisfaction, safety and efficiency in the human-machine interface within automotive environments.

A graphic with the text "Industry Insights," UMSI logo, a headshot of Bill Thompson, and the text "Bill Thompson, UMSI lecturer, director of automotive at Aquent, Former in-vehicle UX manager, General Motors"

Industry insights: Meet auto UX leader and UMSI lecturer Bill Thompson

08/26/2024

In this Q&A, Thompson reveals what drives his passion for teaching and how he’s preparing UMSI students to lead the way in the rapidly evolving automotive industry. 

More info
Information Changes Everything: The Podcast

UMSI launches “Information Changes Everything” podcast

07/29/2024

Information changes everything — including your morning commute. Tune into UMSI’s new podcast, which spotlights research and news from the world of information science.

More info
Students standing in front of a trifold display in the ballroom of the Michigan League toss around a rugby ball

‘More than a class project’: UMSI Expo features student innovations with social impact

04/30/2024

Expo ’24 showcased solutions to some of society’s toughest problems. These are projects that go beyond course requirements. 

More info
A photo of Kara Swisher and Mary Barra sitting on the stage, with Andrea Forte standing behind a podium

Award-winning journalist Kara Swisher visits U-M to talk misinformation, need for tech regulation

03/21/2024

Swisher’s new memoir offers an insider’s perspective on the tech world. She was joined in conversation by General Motors CEO Mary Barra at an event co-sponsored by UMSI.

More info
An image of students posing beside a classic Cadillac model in the lobby of General Motors' Cole Building, with an illuminated "gm" sign on the wall behind them

UMSI students get an industry insider’s look at future of auto UX

02/19/2024

UMSI students received a dream assignment: a design challenge directly from General Motors. For inspiration, they got rare access to GM’s future designs.

More info
Featured in The Screens Podcast. Lecturer III James Rampton.

Jim Rampton featured on The Screens Podcast

11/29/2023

UMSI lecturer James Rampton talks automotive UX, the future of cars in the U.S and the push for electric vehicles. 

More info
A grid of four photos — one from each featured internship — with the UMSI logo and the text "summer internships" in the lower left corner

UMSI students try out their dream jobs

09/05/2023

Through summer internships, UMSI students took their skills far and wide — from the St. Louis Cardinals to a high-security vault in the Library of Congress.

More info
UMSI automotive UX students standing outside of a car.

UMSI accelerates automotive UX program to become hub for industry experts

06/22/2023

UMSI is training the next generation of experts, making cars safer and more fun.

More info
A student sits in the drivers seat of the 2023 Cadillac Lyriq and plays with the display of the display. She wears a sweater and glasses.

Automotive UX course at UMSI fueled by graduates entering the industry

10/12/2022

Automotive UX, a new special-topics course at the University of Michigan School of Information, is helping students explore digital design for cars while learning about UX principles.

More info

Not finding what you’re looking for? Connect with our experts

UMSI’s thought leaders actively translate their ideas into real-world impact. Our UMSI faculty and staff stand ready to engage with journalists and officials, offering perspective, insight and expertise. Share the details of your project, and your timeline, and we'll connect you with the right UMSI subject matter experts.

SUBMIT AN EXPERT REQUEST

Share this
FacebookXLinkedInCopy Link