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Tata: Somerset batteries not exclusive to Jaguar Land Rover

Tata Sons’ battery company, Agratas, has announced that it will own the intellectual property for batteries produced at its new plant in Somerset. The company intends to offer these batteries to other companies, in addition to Jaguar and Land Rover

JLR, the owner of Agratas, recently announced its plan to invest £4 billion in building a 40GWh plant in the West Country, with production expected to commence in 2026.

The main concern surrounding this investment, apart from the location, was the ownership of the cell chemistry. However, Tata has clarified that the formula will be owned by Agratas itself. Agratas is a newly established Tata battery company, responsible for manufacturing batteries in Somerset as well as in a previously announced plant in Gujarat, India.

“Agratas is an IP-heavy and capital-heavy company,” explained Pathamadai Balaji, the chief financial officer of Tata Motors, during the company’s investor day held at JLR’s headquarters in Gaydon in June.

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Nissan’s Yokohama Plant achieves milestone with 40-millionth engine

This year, Nissan’s Yokohama Plant reached a significant milestone by producing its 40-millionth engine. This achievement coincides with the automaker’s 90th anniversary, showcasing the plant’s long-standing history. The Yokohama Plant has been operational since 1935, launching just two years after the company’s establishment. Throughout its existence, the factory has manufactured several innovative engines.

One notable achievement occurred in 1979 when the plant introduced the L20ET engine. This engine marked Japan’s first turbocharged engine for passenger cars, powering popular models like the Fairlady Z. Another milestone arrived in 1983 when the plant started producing Japan’s first mass-produced V6 engine. This development was a significant contribution to the automotive industry. Additionally, in 2007, the plant commenced the manufacturing of Nissan’s VC Turbo engines, incorporating variable compression ratio technology.


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BMW Group Plant Regensburg achieves production milestone: 1,000,000th BMW X1 manufactured on site

+++ Landmark vehicle is fully-electric BMW iX1 in Alpine White +++ Plant Director Carsten Regent: “BMW Group in Regensburg builds highly attractive electric vehicles for the premium compact class – BMW iX1 is very popular with customers around the world”

Regensburg. The BMW Group’s Regensburg location celebrated a significant production milestone as the one-millionth BMW X1 rolled off the assembly line. The milestone vehicle is a BMW iX1 electric vehicle (EV) in Alpine White. The BMW X1 is BMW’s smallest Sports Activity Vehicle and the first fully-electric model produced at the Regensburg location in November 2022.

“The BMW iX1 is proof that we can build highly attractive electric vehicles for the premium compact class at our plant in Regensburg. This is a very popular car with customers around the world,” says Plant Director Carsten Regent. “We have the flexibility to produce different types of drivetrain for the BMW X1 on a single production line – models with a combustion engine, plug-in hybrid systems, as well as a pure electric drivetrain, to meet different market requirements worldwide.”

The pure electric BMW iX1 xDrive30* from Regensburg topped this year’s readers’ choice for “Best Cars 2023” by the trade journal auto, motor und sport, securing best-in-class in the compact SUV segment. From the end of this year, the Regensburg plant will also produce the fully-electric BMW iX2 for the high-volume compact class.

The BMW Group will invest over 350 million euros in vehicle production in Regensburg by the end of the year, creating permanent jobs for around 500 new employees. The plant is currently operating at full capacity and plans to add an additional night shift and transition to three-shift operation in November. Up to 1,000 units of the BMW 1 Series, BMW X1, and BMW X2 models are produced daily at Plant Regensburg.

BMW Group Plant Regensburg recently became the first plant worldwide in the automotive industry to use an end-to-end digitalized and automated process for inspecting, processing, and marking painted vehicle surfaces, utilizing AI-controlled robots. The entire plant was digitally measured in 3D as part of a pilot project in 2022, enabling efficient planning of future plant structures and production facilities.

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BMW Group Corporate and Governmental Affairs
Acting head of Communications Regensburg and Wackersdorf
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BMW Group Plants Regensburg and Wackersdorf
The BMW Group vehicle plant in Regensburg has been in operation since 1986 and is one of more than 30 BMW Group production locations worldwide. The plant manufactures up to 1,000 vehicles daily, including different drivetrain options, and is supported by the nearby electric component production facility. The BMW Group cockpit production and parts supply for overseas plants are based at BMW Innovation Park Wackersdorf, which also houses other companies. The two locations employ approximately 9,000 employees, including over 300 apprentices.

www.bmwgroup-werke.com/regensburg/de.html

BMW iX1 xDrive30:
Power consumption combined (WLTP): 18.1-16.8 kWh/100 km;
CO2 emissions: 0 g/km; NEDC data: –

BMW X1 xDrive30e:
Fuel consumption combined: 1.0-0.7-litre/100 km; power consumption combined: 16.9 kWh-14.7 kWh/100 km; CO2 emissions combined: 23-16 g/km (WLTP); NEDC data: –

BMW X1 xDrive23i:
Fuel consumption combined: 7.2-6.5 litre/100 km; CO2 emissions combined: 163-146 g/km (WLTP); NEDC data: –

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BMW Group Plant Munich anniversary celebrations: 100 years young!

The BMW Group Plant Munich recently celebrated its 100th anniversary with two eventful days filled with exciting activities. Despite not producing any cars during this time, the plant welcomed around 70,000 visitors including employees, their friends, and family. The anniversary celebrations featured a captivating stage program, thrilling driving events, and exclusive insights into the production process.

In his speech, Milan Nedeljković, Member of the Board of Management of BMW AG, Production, expressed gratitude to the employees for their dedication and emphasized their role in bringing success to the plant. Plant Munich is currently undergoing extensive renovations in preparation for the production of the Neue Klasse in 2026. This includes the construction of three new buildings for the body shop, assembly, and logistics areas. Nedeljković also stressed the remarkable ability of the employees to keep the plant running smoothly despite the ongoing changes.

During the anniversary celebrations, more than one thousand volunteers from all BMW locations in Munich demonstrated great dedication and contributed to the smooth operation of the event. These volunteers generously donated their time, which was then converted into a cash donation of 150,000 euros for five Munich-based charities. Ilka Horstmeier, Member of the Board of Management of BMW AG, People and Real Estate, praised the employees for their extraordinary commitment and highlighted the responsible behavior of BMW as an employer.

Representatives from the charities expressed their gratitude as they received the donation vouchers in person from Horstmeier, Plant Manager Peter Weber, and Martin Kimmich, Chairman of the General Works Council. Furthermore, to represent the transformation of Plant Munich, a time capsule was filled by the Member of the Board for Production, Plant Manager, and Works Council Chair. This capsule will be integrated into the construction area of the new body shop.

The BMW employees themselves organized most of the anniversary celebrations, showcasing their diverse talents through various performances and activities. A former employee of Plant Munich, Willy Astor, entertained the visitors with his comedy and music show. Other popular attractions included shows by the “RedBull Driftbrothers,” a children’s motorcycle course, driving sessions from the BMW Driving Academy, and a variety of culinary delights from food trucks and the plant’s own restaurant.

Martin Kimmich, Chairman of the BMW General Works Council, commended the efforts of the workforce in creating such an impressive event. He highlighted the unique team spirit and the employees’ commitment to social responsibility. As an essential employer in Munich, the plant welcomed around 80 neighbors who were given a guided tour of the site to foster good relations and maintain open dialogue with the local community.

The plant also plays an integral role in the future development of Munich, as demonstrated by the “BMW Munich – Urban Production” architectural competition. The winning designs aim to make the plant more accessible and improve relations with the neighborhood, setting the stage for future plans beyond 2026. These plans align with the principles of the BMW iFactory, focusing on being lean, green, and digital.

Although the anniversary celebrations took place in Plant Munich’s 101st year, due to uncertainties caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the event was planned during the plant’s 100th year.

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BMW’s Dingolfing Plant to Use Locally Produced Biomass Heat to Reduce CO2 Emissions

BMW Group’s Dingolfing plant in Germany plans to utilize heat generated from regional biomass and its own waste wood to fulfill about 50% of its process hot water requirements, starting from 2025. The company has signed a supply contract with UP Energiewerke GmbH, a subsidiary of Stadtwerke Dingolfing and Bayernwerk Natur, for the delivery of approximately 100,000 MWh of thermal energy per year. This initiative is expected to save the plant around 20,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions annually, compared to conventional fossil fuels.

The agreement forms a crucial part of the plant’s future energy mix, offering regional and renewable sources of green heat. Christoph Schröder, the Plant Director, emphasized the importance of biomass as a renewable energy source, stating that it will contribute to lowering overall CO2 emissions by 10 to 15% per year.

The energy supplies are scheduled to commence by Q2 of 2025. The 20-year supply contract involves the purchase of thermal energy outputting nearly 100,000 MWh annually. The heat will be generated at a new biomass heating plant in Dingolfing, close to the BMW Group vehicle plant.

Since 2010, the Dingolfing public works department has operated a biomass heating plant that supplies heating to public buildings and private households in the southeastern part of the city. The new heating plant will be built in collaboration with E.ON subsidiary Bayernwerk Natur, through UP Energiewerke GmbH, a joint venture with equal partnership from both parties.

The heating plant, costing around €35 million, will consist of three boilers that operate year-round. It will also be equipped with its own pallet and waste-wood shredder. Underground pipes will transport the locally sourced heat to the energy center at the BMW Group vehicle plant, where it will be distributed across the site. Construction of the plant is set to commence in late 2023.

The biomass used for fuel will include the BMW Group’s own untreated waste wood, as well as wood sourced from regional forestry within a 60-kilometer radius of Dingolfing. The supply of wood will be managed by Biomasse Vertrieb Ostbayern (BVO) GmbH, supported by local forest owners and the Dingolfing public works department. The use of wood chips from sustainable forestry helps reduce CO2 emissions as the released CO2 during combustion is balanced by the CO2 absorption during plant growth.

The completion of the biomass heating plant project signifies a successful partnership between the city of Dingolfing and BMW Group Plant Dingolfing in reducing CO2 emissions and maintaining the region’s status as an industrial hub. The plant’s director, Christoph Schröder, expressed the company’s belief that regional biomass availability and power-to-heat technologies will play a vital role in its heating strategy, reducing reliance on fossil fuels like gas and oil.

About BMW Group Plant Dingolfing

BMW Group Plant Dingolfing is the largest production site for BMW in Europe. It produces over 1,500 vehicles per day, including models like the BMW 4 Series, 5 Series, 6 Series, 7 Series, and 8 Series, as well as the fully electric BMW iX. With a workforce of more than 18,000 employees and 850 apprentices, it is not only the largest employer in the region but also a significant industrial production and vocational training facility in Germany.

In addition to vehicle production, Dingolfing plant manufactures vehicle components such as pressed parts, chassis, and drive systems. It is also the global Competence Centre for E-Drive Production, supplying electric motors and high-voltage batteries to BMW Group vehicle plants worldwide for the production of plug-in hybrids and electric models. Additionally, the facility produces car bodies for Rolls-Royce models and operates the Dynamics Centre, a key storage and transshipment facility for BMW and MINI original parts and equipment.

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Embracing sustainability with artistic innovation. BMW Brilliance “New Plant Art Project” was officially completed.

  • BMW Brilliance “New Plant Art Project” drives sustainability with the power of art
  • BMW upholds corporate sustainability and contributes to sustainable development with culture and arts
  • Sharing and empowerment are the driving force for BMW and its partners to co-create sustainable social value

Shenyang. Art is an indispensable part of culture and a major driving force for sustainable development. Upholding its long-term commitment to corporate sustainability and its enduring support and passion for art, the BMW Group and BMW Brilliance Automotive Ltd. (BBA) have partnered with Luxun Academy of Fine Arts (LAFA) in Shenyang to launch the “New Plant Art Project”. After two years of preparation, the project was officially completed recently. With the theme of “sustainability” that is in line with the BMW iFACTORY production strategy implemented in the BMW Shenyang production base, the project has carefully selected 10 remarkable artworks created by 10 young artists, as a unique gift for the 20th anniversary of BMW Brilliance. The 10 artworks, including oil paintings, sculptures, and installations, etc., are exhibited at the expanded area of BBA Plant Dadong and Plant Tiexi Lydia Site.

The BBA New Plant Art Project aims to enhance the awareness of sustainable development among employees and the public through cultural and artistic activities, improve the public’s sensitivity towards sustainable development through the planning and presentation of exhibitions and performances, and foster their environmentally-friendly habits in daily life. Meanwhile, by facilitating the intercultural communication between China and Germany and the fusion of industrial intelligence and contemporary art, the project provides abundant sources of inspiration for young artists and diverse interpretations of sustainability through the unique artistic experiences and innovative narratives.

Upholding corporate sustainability and actively engaging in social undertakings.
BMW believes that companies with true corporate sustainability are ones that deliver value to customers and actively engage in social undertakings, as well as emphasize long-term sustainable development and create long-term value for shareholders and society. BMW has always embraced three pillars of sustainability: economic, environmental, and social sustainability. These three pillars are one organic unity, with economic sustainability as the foundation, environmental sustainability as the prerequisite, and social sustainability as the goal. They enable a company to transform from individual to collective consciousness, maximize its social value, and share its value.

“A good partnership is never solely defined by economic benefits. Today, the sustainable business philosophy and the value created for society have become the key elements to measuring the success of a company,” said Ms. Ilka Horstmeier, Member of the Board of Management of BMW AG, Human Resources, Labour Relations Director. For BMW, No Premium Without Sustainability. It regards sustainability as its core competitiveness and essential premium, which outweighs profitability and is designed to create multi-values for society.

Creating sustainable social value through sharing and empowerment.
In the process of creating sustainable value, BMW places equal importance on the approaches. It adopts a “future-oriented social insight” and joins hands with more partners with the help of “empowerment,” “crossover,” and “social collaboration” to co-create social value. Teaming up with art is one of the effective ways to create sustainability and share the concept.

As an influential corporate citizen, the BMW Group has been involved in supporting hundreds of global cultural projects for more than 50 years to promote the development of art. In China, as early as 2011, the BMW Group initiated its first collaboration with Luxun Academy of Fine Arts and Academy of Fine Arts Munich in terms of Plant Tiexi Art Project. With these projects, including the BMW Brilliance “New Plant Art Project,” BMW offers people an emotional experience to understand sustainability, broadens the horizons of young artists, enriches their professional experience, and inspires their passion for exploration, as well as promotes local cultural cooperation and innovative development.

Dr. Franz Decker, President & CEO of BMW Brilliance Automotive Ltd., also shared his thoughts on the New Plant Art Project, “For the past 20 years, we have been committed to establishing mutually beneficial partnerships with the local community, empowering talents, and contributing to the local development. The New Plant Art Project perfectly exemplifies our harmonious connection with the community outside of the factory.”

BMW Brilliance’s persistence in sustainability has been recognized by young artists and recorded in their artworks. The work Time Machine symbolizes the cohesion of people in an enterprise. The diverse substances embedded in the linear cubes embody the change of matters on the same stretch of land as time goes by, which expand the spatial and temporal dimensions of the plant, signifying the transformation of this land from agricultural cultivation to commercial manufacturing while emphasizing the natural connection between the factory and the land.

In the work Silent, the artist depicts its most memorable impression of BBA Plants – minimalistic in color yet orderly in production. During the factory visit, the artist profoundly realized that BBA not only focuses on its own development but also takes the environment into consideration. The environment gets improved along with BBA’s progress so that they both achieve sustainable development.

Meanwhile, Backbone portrays the plant built during the development of heavy industry in Northeast China. The painting of the old plant displayed in the new plant not only builds a bridge of communication between the two eras but represents continuity. The appearance of factories may change, technologies may be iterated, and workers shuttle here and there, but the glory and responsibility they bear will endure, further contributing to the development of the local community.

Working together to create a bright and sustainable future.
Sustainability is about the harmonious coexistence between humans and nature. As Earth is a shared community of life and people are facing common challenges such as global climate changes, biodiversity loss, and environmental pollution, it should be the common goal for members from different fields to pursue: to make more progress in human civilization and balance the relationships among the economy, environment, and society.

As a company deeply rooted in China, BBA will continue to contribute to the local economy and society, defend the culture, communicate sustainable innovation, and protect our beautiful home. It will also implement the shared value of sustainability with more like-minded partners and transform from individual to collective consciousness. While leading the automotive industry towards sustainability, BMW looks forward to sharing its ideas of intercultural communication with more partners, so as to propel China’s sustainable development, foster a harmonious coexistence with nature, and create a driving force for sustainable social value.

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Celebrating 50 years: BMW Group announces electrification of Plant Rosslyn, South Africa

  • South African plant will serve as a model for social, environmental, and economic sustainability
  • BMW Group invests 4.2 billion rand (over 200 million euros) in electrification of Plant Rosslyn
  • Nedeljković: “Starting from 2024, the next-generation BMW X3 will be produced in South Africa as a plug-in hybrid for global export.”
  • 1.5 million euros will be donated to UNICEF to support young people in South Africa

Rosslyn (South Africa). Fifty years ago, the BMW Group established its first foreign facility at Plant Rosslyn. Since then, it has become an integral part of the global production network. To commemorate its 50th anniversary, Milan Nedeljković, BMW AG Board Member for Production, has announced that Plant Rosslyn will be electrified. During an event in South Africa, he stated, “Starting from 2024, we will manufacture the BMW X3 as a plug-in hybrid in South Africa for global export. An investment of 4.2 billion rand (over 200 million euros) will prepare Plant Rosslyn for electromobility.” This investment will also include specialized training for over 300 employees at the plant.

The investment announcement aligns with the BMW Group’s global iFACTORY master plan, which focuses on advancing the development of efficient, digitalized, and resource-friendly production. Plant Rosslyn has already produced over 1.6 million vehicles and exported them to more than 40 countries worldwide, including 14 African nations. Throughout its history, the plant has manufactured various BMW models such as the BMW 1800 SA, BMW 2000 SA, BMW 5 Series, and BMW 7 Series. It has been producing the popular BMW X3 since 2018, marking a significant milestone in BMW’s globalization efforts. Currently, the BMW Group sells vehicles in more than 140 countries and operates manufacturing facilities in 15 locations.

Nedeljković, who is also the Chairman of the Board of Management of BMW South Africa, emphasized that the BMW Group’s impact in the country extends beyond car production: “In South Africa, we haven’t just established a plant that provides employment and contributes to the country’s industrialization; for the past 50 years, we have also demonstrated our commitment to social responsibility.” As part of this commitment, the BMW Group announced a donation of over 1.5 million euros to support a program run by UNICEF. Together with UNICEF, the BMW Group will promote the teaching of science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) to thousands of children and young people in South Africa.

The BMW Group also places great importance on resource conservation. Since 2015, Plant Rosslyn has been using energy from a nearby biogas plant (Bio2Watt), significantly reducing its CO2 emissions. The plant also collaborates with various organizations to ensure that its waste is recycled and not disposed of. For instance, in partnership with Envirolite, Plant Rosslyn repurposes scrap polystyrene as a building material, resulting in the construction of more than 650 low-cost houses since the project’s inception two years ago.

Furthermore, South Africa plays a pivotal role as a market for BMW Group’s innovations. In addition to the plant, the company has opened offices in South Africa for its global IT hub, employing around 2,000 staff who provide global IT services. Due to the market’s unique characteristics, South Africa serves as an ideal location for piloting innovations. In 2020, the BMW Group conducted a pilot project for direct sales with trading partners in South Africa, gaining valuable experience and striving to offer the best premium customer experience in the industry.

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Ready for the Electric Future: Groundbreaking on New BMW Group High Voltage Battery Assembly Factory in South Carolina, USA

  • New BMW Group Plant Woodruff will produce high-voltage batteries for fully electric BMW X models at Plant Spartanburg.
  • Investments of $700 million in the construction of the new Plant Woodruff and $1 billion in Plant Spartanburg in preparation for electric vehicle production
  • Local for Local: short distances between cell supplier, battery assembly, and vehicle production plant

Woodruff, S.C., U.S.A. – The BMW Group broke ground for a new high-voltage battery assembly plant in Woodruff, South Carolina, signaling a major step towards building electric vehicles in the United States. The BMW Group Plant Woodruff will produce sixth-generation batteries to supply fully electric vehicles at nearby BMW Manufacturing in Spartanburg. The plant is expected to create over 300 jobs and has potential for further growth.

According to Ilka Horstmeier, Member of the Board of Management of BMW AG responsible for People and Real Estate, the new battery assembly plant in Woodruff will play a vital role in the company’s electric future in the USA. The expansion is not just about increasing the company’s footprint in South Carolina, but also about preparing the associates for future electric vehicle production through the new Technical Training Center at the Spartanburg plant.

Robert Engelhorn, president and CEO of BMW Manufacturing in Spartanburg, stated that the groundbreaking ceremony marks the beginning of a new era for Plant Spartanburg, which will now produce fully electric BMW X models for the global market. The Woodruff plant is expected to be state-of-the-art, focusing on sustainability, flexibility, and digitalization.

Extensive Investments in Plants Spartanburg and Woodruff

In October 2022, the BMW Group announced a significant $1.7 billion investment in its U.S. operations. This includes $1 billion for preparing Plant Spartanburg for the production of fully electric vehicles and $700 million to construct a new high-voltage battery assembly plant in Woodruff. The Woodruff facility will occupy approximately 100 acres of land and will house various buildings such as a technology building, cafeteria, fire department, and energy center.

Local for Local: Short Distances between Battery and Vehicle Production.

To promote localization, the BMW Group will source battery cells for its electric vehicles from partner AESC’s new battery cell factory in Florence, South Carolina. The cells will be specifically designed for the sixth generation of BMW eDrive technology, offering increased energy density, faster charging speed, and extended range. The company aims to reduce the carbon footprint in battery cell production by up to 60 percent by utilizing cobalt, lithium, and nickel that include secondary material and by using green power from renewable energy sources.

High Ecological Standards: Binding CO2 when pouring concrete

The BMW Group Plant Woodruff, known as the next BMW iFACTORY, will meet high ecological standards. The plant will operate without fossil fuels, relying solely on 100% green electricity. The BMW Group has set a goal to reduce CO2 emissions in its global production network by 80 percent by 2030 compared to 2019. The plant will have photovoltaic systems installed on its roofs, use intelligent LED lighting with motion detectors and efficient dimming strategies, and collect rainwater for non-production purposes. Furthermore, an innovative technology that injects captured CO2 into the fresh concrete during the mixing process will be used, enhancing both carbon sequestration and concrete strength.

BMW Group in South Carolina

Since 1992, the BMW Group has invested around $12.4 billion in its South Carolina operations. BMW Manufacturing in Spartanburg is the largest BMW Group plant globally, producing over 1,500 vehicles each day. The plant is crucial for meeting the high demand for BMW Sports Activity Vehicles and Coupes in the U.S. and international markets. Approximately 60 percent of BMW vehicles sold in the U.S. in 2022 came from Plant Spartanburg, showcasing its significance. The plant has a production capacity of up to 450,000 vehicles annually and employs over 11,000 people.

Ongoing Commitment in the U.S.

Aside from sales and marketing operations, the BMW Group has a strong presence in the U.S., with nearly 30 locations in 12 states and a wide dealer network. The company’s operations, both directly and indirectly, provide and support more than 120,000 jobs in the U.S. and have contributed $43.3 billion to the U.S. economy. The BMW Group aims to continue making significant contributions to the country’s automotive industry.

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Toyota Tennessee Celebrates 20th Anniversary of Advanced Manufacturing

Jackson plant marks two decades of manufacturing with $100,000 in community donations

Toyota Tennessee, one of the nine manufacturing plants of Toyota in the United States, completes 20 years of advanced manufacturing, collaboration, and community engagement. Wes Woods, the president of Toyota Tennessee, expressed his gratitude towards the team, the community and nonprofit leaders. The facility employs more than 400 people with an investment of $425 million. It produces 2.5 million engine blocks and transmission casing per year, which goes into every Toyota and Lexus vehicle produced in North America. Toyota Tennessee recognized its anniversary by awarding five Jackson area nonprofits with donations totaling $100,000 to support their ongoing work in the community. Partners who received the honor included Boys & Girls Club of Jackson, Carl Perkins Center for the Prevention of Child Abuse, RIFA, Madison County’s most significant food bank, Jackson-Madison County School System, and the STAR Center, workforce development programs for people with disabilities.

Tennessee is a national leader in the automotive industry, thanks to its business climate, central location, and a workforce development strategy tailored to meet the needs of the state’s growing economy, said Tennessee Governor Bill Lee.

To date, Toyota has invested more than $2 million in local nonprofits to improve the communities where it operates. Toyota is also the founding partner of the Jackson State Advanced Manufacturing Technician (AMT) program and is estimated to support over 17,000 jobs in Tennessee combining direct employee, direct dealer and Toyota-dedicated supplier employees.