
New factory in Georgia with construction starting in 2027 and production expected in the early 2030s
Audi is investing around $4 billion to build its first production plant in Georgia, US, with an annual capacity of up to 200,000 vehicles and 4,500 jobs expected.
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Audi aims to consolidate North America as the third pillar of the global production network.
Audi has announced an investment of approximately $4 billion to build a production plant in Georgia, the German company's first in the United States. This is what we read in a note.
Construction work on the plant - designed for an annual production capacity of up to 200,000 vehicles - is scheduled to start in 2027, while production is scheduled to begin in the early 2030s. The expected job positions are 4,500.
“Through the local production of premium SUVs designed for North American customers, Audi aims to unlock significant growth potential in one of the most important premium markets in the world,” explains the company.
“The planned investment demonstrates a long-term commitment to the United States and aims to consolidate North America as a key third pillar of Audi's global production network, alongside Europe and China.”
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
Start of construction work on the plant in Georgia
Very likely · Within months
Start of production in the factory
Very likely · Within years

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