Automotive

Economic development, business expansion and corporate relocation updates for the global automotive industry. These include companies and organizations involved in the design, development and manufacturing of automobiles.

automotive industry

Auto Industry Locations: Driving Success For Supply & Demand

In response to market forces, companies across the auto industry are seeking sites that support their production, supply chain, and other demands.
ADS-TEC Energy Alabama

ADS-TEC Energy To Create 180 Jobs In Alabama

The German electric vehicle (EV) charging station manufacturer will invest $8 million to open its first U.S. location in Auburn, AL.
battery

Battery Parts Maker Announces Record-Breaking Investment In South Carolina

Redwood Materials, manufacturer of EV battery components, is investing $3.5 billion to establish operations in Camp Hall Commerce Park.
Autokiniton Northwest Ohio

Manufacturers Invest $65M To Expand Northwest Ohio Facilities

Autokiniton will invest $15 million and create 150 new jobs in Sandusky County, while Church & Dwight will create at least $50 million in new investment and 80 new jobs in the village of Old Fort.
Advanced Manufacturing Georgia

Advanced Manufacturing Projects Create 3,637 Jobs In Georgia

In two automotive industry-related projects, Hyundai Motor Group and SK On EV battery plant will create up to $5B investment, over 3,500 jobs; Becker Robotic Equipment will invest $30M, create 137 jobs.
Envision AESC South Carolina

Envision AESC To Invest $810M In South Carolina

Japan-based Envision AESC's new Florence County, SC electric vehicle (EV) battery gigafactory will create 1,170 new jobs.
Oklahoma Department of Commerce

Why… Oklahoma?

Brent Kisling, Oklahoma Department of Commerce, shares how clean energy, central location, and strong workforce set the stage for success in the Sooner State.
Ultium Cells

Ultium Cells To Create Additional 400 Jobs In Tennessee

LG Energy Solution, GM joint venture will invest another $275 million to expand its battery cell manufacturing plant in Spring Hill, TN adding to the $2.3 billion initial investment.
Richmond Virginia

Virginia: Building A Green Future

A landmark wind energy project, sizable vertical farm, and new LEGO Group Factory powered by green energy are in development.
Kentucky electric vehicle

Kentucky: Expanding Horizons

In Kentucky, an electric vehicle (EV) ecosystem is taking shape, while traditional industries maintain roots in the Bluegrass State.
LG Chem Tennessee

LG Chem Announces Largest FDI In Tennessee History

In Montgomery County, LG Chem will invest $3.2B and create over 850 jobs at the largest cathode manufacturing facility in the U.S.

Texas: The Lone Star State Expands

One of the Top 10 economies in the world and with no corporate income tax, Texas offers outsized opportunities for businesses to innovate and grow.
Hyundai Mobis Alabama

Hyundai Mobis, Beyond Gravity Growing In Alabama

Hyundai Mobis will create 400 jobs at a new EV battery plant; Beyond Gravity will double production for rocket parts, creating 200 jobs.
BlueStar Studios

Distribution Facility Is Largest-Ever Henry County, GA Investment

NewCold will invest over $33M in a new Georgia distribution facility; BlueStar Studios is building a 53-acre production campus in Atlanta
Bosch Dorchester County, SC

Over $267M In Investment, 366 Jobs Headed To South Carolina

Bosch will invest $260 million, create 350 jobs in Dorchester County, SC; Atkore will invest $7.7 million, create 16 jobs in Allendale County.
Honda and LG Energy Solution

Ohio Lands $3.5B EV Battery Plant

In a joint venture, Honda and LG Energy Solution will create 2,200 jobs at a new electric vehicle (EV) battery plant in Fayette County, OH.
BMW South Carolina

BMW To Invest $1.7B In South Carolina Electric Vehicle Production

In preparation for production of electric vehicles, BMW will create 300 jobs as it expands its manufacturing capacity and footprint at two South Carolina locations.  
Fort Worth Economic Development

Fort Worth, Texas: The Frontier Of Innovation

Fort Worth’s solid foundation and agile ecosystems support growth across traditional and emerging industries.
South Carolina expansion

FedEx To Invest $64M In South Carolina Expansion

Four companies in a range of industries will invest a total of more than $76 million to grow in counties across South Carolina.
Wells Fargo Texas

Wells Fargo, Volkswagen Pick Texas Locations

Wells Fargo will build new campus in Irving-Las Colinas, Volkswagen Group’s new Port Freeport hub will allow utilization of low-emission LNG vessels.
2022 Deal of the Year

2022 Deal Of The Year: Impact Awards

The 2022 Deal of the Year Impact Awards recognize project investments that will have significant impact in their new or expanded locations, focusing on a specific aspect of the project.
2022 Deal of the Year

2022 Deal Of The Year: Platinum Award

Here are this year’s Deal of the Year award winners, starting with Platinum Winner Empire State Development, for Micron Technology's $100B investment in New York State.