Driving innovation.
A state of motion.
In 1993, Mercedes-Benz announced plans to open its only US assembly plant in Alabama. From there the road has been paved for auto manufacturers to take advantage of our competitive incentives and skilled workforce. Honda, Hyundai, Mazda-Toyota and an ever-expanding network of auto suppliers have made their home here, putting Alabama in the Top 5 nationally for automotive production and the No. 2 state for auto exports in 2025.
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American auto manufacturing has shifted. Away from the consolidated production in Detroit to areas across the country, especially in the South. And Alabama has been at the forefront. Mercedes-Benz, Honda, Hyundai and Mazda-Toyota now have the capacity to produce 1.3 million vehicles every year in Alabama.
Automotive Suppliers
The rise of auto manufacturers in Alabama has brought with it a wealth of auto parts suppliers to support them. Alabama has made it easy for suppliers to relocate and find success in the state. And the proximity to suppliers makes it even easier for manufacturers to keep their operations rolling.
- Kamtek
- SMP
- Lear
- Johnson Controls
- Eissmann
- Yoruzu
- BOCAR
- Nemak
- Hwashin
- Hanwha
- MOBIS
- Newman Technology
- DAS
- Grupo Antolin
- GuyoungTech
- Truck & Wheel Group
- Brose
- Boysen
- AJIN
- Shinhwa
Smart partnerships. Smarter vehicles.
Industry giant Mercedes made a $1 billion investment to manufacture its EQE and EQS electric SUVs, powered by EV batteries made in Alabama. Thanks to Mercedes and other EV investment projects, Alabama is quickly moving the world towards a cleaner future.
En route to zero emissions.
The New Flyer of America plant in Anniston employs over 600 skilled Alabamians building next-generation electric buses that are transforming cities across the country. With the addition of a $25 million Innovation Center and an expansion to its factory. Alabama is quickly moving the world towards a cleaner future.
Giving EV batteries new fuel.
At a site containing a 43,000-acre deposit of graphite, Westwater Resources Inc. is starting to mine a mineral that is a key component in EV batteries. The company’s $124 million graphite processing plant—a first in the US—will be pivotal in moving us towards cleaner, more sustainable energy solutions.
Latest Automotive News
Die casting company 2A USA to make $32 million investment to expand Auburn facility
MONTGOMERY, Alabama — Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday announced that Italian aluminum die casting company 2A USA is again expanding its Auburn manufacturing facility with a $32 million investment.
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Alabama is a state of makers, builders and doers. So, whatever you make or build, you can do it in Alabama. We’re a launching point for aerospace, aviation and defense. A leader in automotive production. A home for startups, technology and research breakthroughs. And drawing on our manufacturing roots, we’re helping to usher in the industrial evolution in America.
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