Bmw Group Has Opened Electric Vehicle And Battery Manufacturing Facilities In South Carolina

BMW Group has opened expanded vehicle and battery manufacturing facilities in Spartanburg and Woodruff, South Carolina. The company, which assembles BMW vehicles and produces BMW X models, invested $1.7 billion in its South Carolina operations and said its business activities in the U.S. support more than 120,000 jobs nationwide.

The investment included the expansion of Plant Spartanburg and the construction of Plant Woodruff, creating the foundation for assembling fully electric BMW vehicles in South Carolina. BMW confirmed that the BMW iX5 will be the first fully electric BMW assembled in the United States, with production scheduled to begin at Plant Spartanburg before the end of 2026.

Plant Spartanburg assembled 412,799 BMW X models in 2025, marking the seventh time the facility exceeded 400,000 units of annual production. Since 1994, the plant has assembled more than 7.3 million BMW vehicles, with approximately half of its current production exported to nearly 120 countries.

The new BMW X5 assembled at Plant Spartanburg will become the first vehicle offered with five drivetrain technologies, including internal combustion, battery electric, plug-in hybrid electric, diesel, and soon, fuel cell electric powered by hydrogen. Plant Spartanburg will also become the first facility in BMW Group’s global production network capable of assembling a single vehicle with five different drivetrain technologies on one assembly line.

BMW said the facilities implement the principles of its BMW iFACTORY production concept through smart automation, end-to-end data integration and virtual planning. The plants use digital twins and 3D virtual simulations to optimize processes, while artificial intelligence supports self-correcting robotics, vision-based quality controls, and the AIQX platform, which uses sensors and camera systems to automate quality processes and provide real-time feedback to employees.

Plant Spartanburg is also deploying humanoid robots from Figure AI to support workers in physically demanding and repetitive tasks. At Plant Woodruff, the company is implementing a “Cell-to-Pack” manufacturing approach that assembles battery cells directly into housings without cell coating and cell module production processes.

In a recent quote, Milan Nedeljković, chairman of the board of management, BMW AG, said, “When we announced our investment plans for South Carolina in 2022, we made a clear commitment to the future of the BMW Group in the United States. Today, we are delivering on that commitment. The completion of our investments in Plant Spartanburg and Plant Woodruff demonstrates our confidence in the United States and reinforces South Carolina’s role at the center of BMW Group’s global operations.”

In a recent quote, Dr. Robert Engelhorn, president & CEO, BMW Manufacturing Co., said, “From highly efficient combustion engines and plug-in hybrid systems to battery-electric and future hydrogen-powered vehicles, Plant Spartanburg will be able to assemble a broad range of drivetrain technologies for customers in the U.S. and around the world.”

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The U.S. will have more than 950 clean energy manufacturing facilities by 2030: report

A report from the American Clean Power Association (ACP) examines the breadth and impact of the clean energy manufacturing sector in the United States.

The report, called America Builds Power: The State of Clean Energy Manufacturing in 2026, covers 825 currently-active manufacturing facilities in all 50 states. The researchers identified 50,000 direct workers at the facilities, who make average salaries 35% greater than the national average. 

In addition to direct employment, the report states 50,000 jobs have been created to support upstream activities related to clean energy manufacturing activity, alongside nearly 107,000 jobs generated based on household spending by the original workers (induced jobs). 

Added together, the ACP says the total effective employment impact of clean energy manufacturing is 215,700 jobs, with 106,100 accounted for by solar manufacturing, 53,100 from energy storage manufacturing and 56,500 from wind.

In addition to employment related to operation and economic activity from the manufacturing facilities, the report outlines the impact of facility construction. The ACP finds that construction of new or expanded clean energy manufacturing facilities in 2025 supported 207,000 jobs and led to over $20 billion in increased GDP.

The top states by total GDP from clean energy component manufacturing include Texas, where much of the newest solar module capacity has been built, Michigan and Illinois, in which LFP battery cell manufacturing is king, Ohio, home of First Solar’s largest thin-film production facilities, and Georgia, where Qcells operates a vertically-integrated ingot-to-module manufacturing hub.

Looking toward the future

By 2030, the ACP expects the number of jobs due to solar manufacturing to grow by more than 63,000, with annual solar module production capability ramping from 63 GW at the end of 2025 to over 85 GW by the end of the decade, with solar cell production capacity rising to about half that of modules.

The numbers for future energy storage manufacturing-related jobs are even higher, expected to grow by over 91,000 as battery module manufacturing capacity doubles from 75 to more than 150 GWh, and domestic LFP cell capacity jumps to over 130 GWh by 2030. Similarly huge increases are expected in the domestic production of anode and cathode materials and lithium processing.

Increases in the production capacity of and employment related to wind energy manufacturing are projected to increase by small amounts, with an estimated 2,400 new jobs expected through 2030. The relatively small predicted increases are due to current domestic production capacity already exceeding demand, with only slow growth expected in that demand.

Upcoming events

The topics covered in the ACP report echo those that will be explored in two upcoming events from pv magazine USA. 

The first of these events is Solar Manufacturing USA 2026, a live conference co-organized with Finaly Colville of Terawatt PV Research, to be held at the AT&T Hotel and Conference Center in Austin, Texas on September 22 and 23, 2026. 

Representatives from companies throughout the domestic solar and energy storage supply chains will gather for networking events and sessions related to technology, facility construction, operations, procurement and materials sourcing. 

Current partners include T1 Energy, SEG Solar and Talon PV. Attendees are expected to include CTOs, heads of R&D, manufacturing and operations leaders, procurement teams, commercial and strategy executives, and specialists involved in supply-chain, quality and market-entry decisions.

The second event is pv magazine USA Week 2026, a virtual event held on October 20, 21 and 22. 

The theme for day one of the event is U.S. Solar Manufacturing: From Announcement to Implementation. The day’s program will feature a keynote address from a leader in the U.S. solar manufacturing space, and a panel discussion moderated by pv magazine USA senior editor Ryan Kennedy. Further details and registration will be available at the end of the summer. Partnerships are available for booking now at the event page on our global website.

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John Deere Announces Two New U.S. Facilities, Expands American Manufacturing

MOLINE, Ill. — John Deere announced plans to expand its U.S. manufacturing footprint with the opening of two new domestic facilities, reinforcing the company’s long-standing commitment to American industry, innovation, and job creation. The expansion includes a new distribution center near Hebron, Indiana, and a state-of-the-art excavator factory in Kernersville, North Carolina, both expected to open within the next year.

The investment reflects John Deere’s broader strategy to strengthen its U.S.-based supply chain while relocating key manufacturing operations from overseas to domestic campuses. Notably, the Kernersville facility will produce the only excavator designed, developed, and manufactured entirely in the United States.

Courtesy: Photo by John Deere“Our investment in these new facilities underscores John Deere’s dedication to strengthening the backbone of American industry and supporting local economies,” said John May, chairman and chief executive officer of John Deere. “We believe in building America, and these projects represent our intent to continue driving innovation and job creation in the United States.“

Indiana Expansion Strengthens Supply Chain

John Deere recently broke ground on its new distribution center near Hebron, Indiana, a location chosen for its central position and strong workforce. The facility is designed to enhance nationwide supply chain operations, ensuring faster and more reliable delivery of equipment and parts across multiple customer segments.

The Indiana project is expected to create approximately 150 jobs and support John Deere customers across agriculture, turf, construction, forestry, and mining markets.

“This new facility is an investment in customer expectations around world class product support through parts availability for our US based ag, turf, construction, forestry, mining and turf customers,” said Denver Caldwell, vice president, Aftermarket and Customer Support. “Indiana’s strong workforce and central location make it an ideal choice for expansion.”

John Deere will continue operating its primary North American Parts Distribution Center in Milan, Illinois, which has been in service since 1973 and employs approximately 1,200 workers.

Courtesy: Photo by John Kakuk on Unsplash

Kernersville Factory Brings Excavator Production Home

In North Carolina, John Deere will invest $70 million to construct a new excavator factory at its Kernersville campus. The facility will leverage advanced manufacturing technologies to produce next-generation excavators for the construction market and will take over production previously based in Japan.

The new factory is expected to employ more than 150 people and play a key role in meeting growing equipment demand while reinforcing domestic manufacturing capabilities.

“We are excited to bring this new facility to our Kernersville campus and to be part of the region’s thriving manufacturing community,“ said Ryan Campbell, president Worldwide Construction and Forestry and Power Systems. “Our focus will be on delivering excellence, creating jobs, and advancing the legacy of John Deere in American manufacturing.”

Long-Term Commitment to U.S. Manufacturing

Company leadership emphasized that the two new facilities are part of a broader, long-term investment strategy aimed at strengthening U.S. manufacturing capacity and economic growth.

“These investments further demonstrate our commitment to invest $20B in U.S. manufacturing over the next 10 years,” May said. “It is a testament to our confidence in the future of U.S. manufacturing and our unwavering commitment to innovation, quality, and economic growth.”

With these projects, John Deere is expected to create hundreds of new American jobs while expanding its ability to serve customers and support local economies across the Midwest and Southeast.

Originally reported by Deere.Com

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John Deere to open new US distribution and excavator manufacturing facilities

John Deere has announced plans to open two new US-based facilities, expanding its domestic manufacturing and supply chain operations as part of a broader commitment to American industry.

The company will build a new distribution centre near Hebron, Indiana, and a $70m excavator manufacturing facility in Kernersville, North Carolina, with both sites expected to open within the next year. Together, the projects are set to create more than 300 jobs.

The Indiana distribution centre will support parts and equipment delivery across John Deere’s US operations and is expected to employ around 150 people. The company said the site was selected for its central location and access to a skilled workforce, complementing its long-established North American Parts Distribution Center in Milan, Illinois, which employs approximately 1,200 people.

In North Carolina, John Deere will open a new excavator factory at its Kernersville campus, bringing production previously based in Japan to the US. The facility will produce what the company says will be the only excavator designed, developed, and manufactured entirely in the United States, employing more than 150 people.

John May, chairman and chief executive officer of John Deere, said the investments reflect the company’s long-term confidence in US manufacturing and form part of a wider $20bn commitment to domestic manufacturing investment over the next decade.

The expansions are intended to strengthen John Deere’s manufacturing capabilities, improve customer support, and support growing demand across its construction, agriculture, forestry, and mining markets.

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John Deere Announces Major Expansion With Two New United States Facilities : CEG

In keeping with its tradition of building America, John Deere announced plans to open two new U.S.-based facilities: a distribution center near Hebron, Ind., and an excavator factory in Kernersville, N.C., both set to open in the next year.

“Our investment in these new facilities underscores John Deere’s dedication to strengthening the backbone of American industry and supporting local economies,” said John May, chairman and chief executive officer of John Deere. “We believe in building America, and these projects represent our intent to continue driving innovation and job creation in the United States.”

New Distribution Center in Ind.

John Deere recently broke ground on a new distribution center near Hebron, Ind., located to enhance its supply chain capabilities nationwide, according to the company. This facility will be designed to streamline operations and ensure timely delivery of equipment and parts. The Indiana project is anticipated to generate employment opportunities with approximately 150 jobs, contributing to the state’s economic growth.

“This new facility is an investment in customer expectations around world class product support through parts availability for our US based ag, turf, construction, forestry, mining and turf customers,” said Denver Caldwell, vice president of aftermarket and customer support. “Indiana’s strong workforce and central location make it an ideal choice for expansion.”

John Deere will continue to maintain its primary North American parts distribution center in Milan, Ill., which has been in operation since 1973 and employs approximately 1,200 people.

Kernersville, N.C. Excavator Factory

The new $70 million factory in Kernersville, N.C., will bolster John Deere’s manufacturing capabilities, leveraging new technology to produce excavators for the construction market. The North Carolina factory will assume production of future generation excavators previously produced in Japan.

This facility will employ more than 150 people and will help meet equipment demand and strengthen the company’s commitment to manufacturing within the United States.

“We are excited to bring this new facility to our Kernersville campus and to be part of the region’s thriving manufacturing community,” said Ryan Campbell, president of worldwide construction, forestry and power systems. “Our focus will be on delivering excellence, creating jobs and advancing the legacy of John Deere in American manufacturing.”

Building America

With the opening of these two facilities, John Deere will create hundreds of new jobs in the United States, further supporting local communities and advancing our mission to build a stronger America.

“These investments further demonstrate our commitment to invest $20 billion in U.S. manufacturing over the next 10 years,” May said. “It is a testament to our confidence in the future of U.S. manufacturing and our unwavering commitment to innovation, quality and economic growth.”

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John Deere Announces Major Expansion with Two New U.S. Facilities Coming

Expansion builds on Deere’s and President Trump’s Commitment to U.S. Manufacturing

What it means:

• NEW American Jobs
• The Kernersville Campus moved Manufacturing / Production from Overseas (Japan) to America
• The Kernersville campus will produce the ONLY excavator designed, developed, and manufactured in the U.S.

In keeping with our strong tradition of building America, we are excited to announce plans to open two new U.S.-based facilities: a state-of-the-art distribution center near Hebron, Indiana, and a cutting-edge excavator factory in Kernersville, North Carolina, both set to open in the next year.

“Our investment in these new facilities underscores John Deere’s dedication to strengthening the backbone of American industry and supporting local economies,” said John May, chairman and chief executive officer of John Deere. “We believe in building America, and these projects represent our intent to continue driving innovation and job creation in the United States.“

Expanding in Indiana: New Distribution Center

John Deere recently broke ground on a new distribution center near Hebron, Indiana, strategically located to enhance our supply chain capabilities nationwide. This facility will be designed to streamline operations and ensure timely delivery of equipment and parts. The Indiana project is anticipated to generate significant employment opportunities with approximately 150 jobs, contributing to the state’s economic growth.

“This new facility is an investment in customer expectations around world class product support through parts availability for our US based ag, turf, construction, forestry, mining and turf customers,” said Denver Caldwell, vice president, Aftermarket and Customer Support. “Indiana’s strong workforce and central location make it an ideal choice for expansion.”

John Deere will continue to maintain its primary North American Parts Distribution Center in Milan, Illinois, which has been in operation since 1973 and employs about 1,200 people.

Kernersville, North Carolina: New Excavator Factory

The new $70M factory in Kernersville, North Carolina, will bolster John Deere’s manufacturing capabilities, leveraging advanced technologies to produce industry leading excavators for the construction market. The North Carolina factory will assume production of future generation excavators previously produced in Japan.

This facility will employ over 150 people and will help meet equipment demand and strengthen our commitment to U.S. manufacturing innovation.

“We are excited to bring this new facility to our Kernersville campus and to be part of the region’s thriving manufacturing community,“ said Ryan Campbell, president Worldwide Construction and Forestry and Power Systems. “Our focus will be on delivering excellence, creating jobs, and advancing the legacy of John Deere in American manufacturing.”

Building America: Impact and Commitment

With the opening of these two facilities, John Deere will create hundreds of new U.S. jobs, further supporting local communities and advancing our mission to build a stronger America.

“These investments further demonstrate our commitment to invest $20B in U.S. manufacturing over the next 10 years,” May said. “It is a testament to our confidence in the future of U.S. manufacturing and our unwavering commitment to innovation, quality, and economic growth.”

About Deere & Company

It doesn’t matter if you’ve never driven a tractor, mowed a lawn, or operated a dozer. With John Deere’s role in helping produce food, fiber, fuel, and infrastructure, we work for every single person on the planet. It all started nearly 200 years ago with a steel plow. Today, John Deere drives innovation in agriculture, construction, forestry, turf, power systems, and more.

For more information on Deere & Company, visit us at www.deere.com/en/news/.

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