By Jerry Underwood
Made in Alabama
Mercedes-Benz announced plans today to invest an additional $1 billion in its Alabama operation, where it will set up electric vehicle production and build a battery plant.
In addition, the German automaker will expand its logistics activities in the U.S. with a new Global Logistics Center and a new after-sales North American parts hub to be built in nearby Bibb County.
Altogether, Mercedes’ new investment in Alabama is expected to create more than 600 jobs and upgrade a plant that the company already describes as one of the world’s “smartest” manufacturing facilities.The automaker announced its expansion plans at a ceremony today at its assembly plant in Vance, where it began production 20 years ago. Top Mercedes executives joined state leaders and local officials at the event.
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