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Toyota Alabama launches $49 million solar project for engine plant

Alabama auto industry

HUNTSVILLE, Alabama — Toyota Alabama’s engine manufacturing facility will soon be relying on the sun to generate over 70% of its power needs thanks to a 168-acre, $49 million solar project announced today. At a press briefing this morning, Toyota Alabama, Toyota Tsusho America...

Written by Jerry Underwood

Alabama’s 2022 projects to inject record $10.1 billion in new investment

Alabama auto industry

MONTGOMERY, Alabama — Economic development activity in Alabama generated $10.1 billion in new capital investment during 2022, a new annual record and another indicator of strength in the state’s economy. Governor Kay Ivey announced today that the 2022 Alabama Economic Development Impact Report, compiled...

Written by Jerry Underwood

Hyundai Alabama launches production of electrified Genesis GV70 SUV

Alabama auto industry

MONTGOMERY, Alabama — Hyundai marked a major milestone at its Alabama plant on Tuesday, as company officials, employees and community leaders celebrated the launch of the first Genesis Electrified GV70 SUV. It’s the first model from Hyundai’s luxury division to be assembled in the...

Written by Dawn Azok

Alabama auto sector races toward new milestones in 2023

Alabama auto industry

Alabama’s auto industry is poised for another groundbreaking year in 2023, as companies deepen their commitment to electric vehicle production and other new technologies. Both Hyundai and Mercedes-Benz continue to expand their lineup of EV models built in the state. Honda, meanwhile, plans updates...

Written by Dawn Azok

EV charging station manufacturer opening first U.S. location in Alabama

Alabama auto industry

AUBURN, Alabama — A new product will soon be added to Auburn’s manufacturing base — battery-buffered fast electric charging stations. ADS-TEC Energy is establishing its first U.S. location in Auburn that will include sales, warehousing and assembly to serve the North American market. ADS-TEC...

Written by Jerry Underwood

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Honda Alabama launches production of redesigned 2023 Pilot SUV

Alabama auto industry

LINCOLN, Alabama — Honda’s Alabama Auto Plant has notched another major milestone, with the launch of a redesigned Pilot SUV that is already setting records for the automaker. The 2023 Pilot is the largest and most powerful SUV in Honda’s history, and it required...

Written by Dawn Azok

Governor Ivey tapped for Alabama auto manufacturing group’s Hall of Fame

Alabama auto industry

BIRMINGHAM, Alabama — The Alabama Automotive Manufacturers Association (AAMA), a trade group representing companies in the dynamic and fast-growing industry, named Governor Kay Ivey to its Hall of Fame at a Thursday night dinner in Birmingham. Ron Davis, the AAMA’s president and chairman, praised...

Written by Jerry Underwood

Hyundai Mobis plans Alabama EV battery module plant, creating 400 jobs

Alabama auto industry

MONTGOMERY, Alabama — Governor Kay Ivey joined executives of Hyundai Mobis, one of the world’s largest auto suppliers, today to announce the company’s plans to invest $205 million to open an EV battery module plant in Montgomery that will eventually employ at least 400...

Written by Jerry Underwood

Li-Cycle opens lithium-ion battery recycling ‘Spoke’ in Alabama

Alabama auto industry

TUSCALOOSA, Alabama — Li-Cycle, a leading North American recycler of lithium-ion batteries, has launched commercial operations at an advanced recycling facility in Tuscaloosa that will support the company’s growing electric-vehicle battery supply customer base across the Southeast. Li-Cycle’s Alabama Spoke, as the facility is...

Written by Jerry Underwood

Mercedes-Benz launches EV production in Alabama as new chapter begins

Alabama auto industry

VANCE, Alabama — Mercedes-Benz has launched production of the all-electric luxury EQS SUV at its Tuscaloosa County plant, part of a global strategy of next-generation technology that is ushering in a new era for Alabama’s auto industry. Mercedes has invested $7 billion in the...

Written by Dawn Azok

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