President Donald Trump’s push to impose painful tariffs on auto imports has put close U.S. allies in the crosshairs of a global trade row that is riling stock markets and creating uncertainty among auto makers, investors, and governments.
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Trump Tariff Threat Vexes Allies and Global Auto Makers
Sen. Toomey to Back Bill to ‘Rein In’ Trump’s Trade Authority
GOP Sen. Pat Toomey on Friday announced that he would back legislation to rein in President Trump’s trade authority, underscoring growing GOP frustration with the administration’s recent policy decisions.
Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama Preparing for Next Generation Engines
Governor Kay Ivey joined Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama and CEO Dong Ryeol Choi announced that Hyundai is investing $388 million to construct a plant dedicated to manufacturing engine heads.
Statement by John Bozzella, President and CEO, Global Automakers on Behalf of Here for America on Today’s Tariff Actions Taken by China
“The President has raised legitimate issues with respect to China, but no one wins in a trade war. Make no mistake, American customers and American autoworkers will be harmed by these actions.”
Here for America Thanks Senators for Their Support on Legislation Introduced by Senator Corker
Here for America Thanks Senators for Their Support for Legislation Introduced by Senator Corker
Honda Associates Assist Ohio Homeowners Through Rebuilding Together
For the 17th year, Honda associates have partnered Rebuilding Together to assist in home rehabilitation in two areas: Central Ohio and Dayton.
Here For America Supports Legislation Introduced By Senator Corker and Bi-Partisan Group of Senators
HFA supports the measure introduced today by Senator Corker to require Congressional approval prior to the imposition of tariffs or other restrictions on imports for national security reasons.
International Automakers Invest $3.3 Billion and Create 5,400 Jobs in Alabama
Toyota, Honda, Mercedes Benz, and Hyundai have invested a combined $3.3 billion and created a 5,400 new jobs in Alabama over the past 14 months.
Nissan Partners with Moraine Valley Automotive Technology Program
Moraine Valley Community College will become the first college in Illinois to partner with Nissan to train students in the Nissan Technician Training Academy.
Hyundai Hosts Youth Football Camps in Seven Cities Across the Country
For the third year in a row, Hyundai Motor America is giving children ages 7 to 13 the change to take the field and learn from their favorite NFL teams and players.
Tariffs Are Not the Answer
The President’s decision to impose significant tariffs on steel and aluminum imports from the European Union and our NAFTA trading partners is disappointing and counterproductive. A tariff is a tax and this action will raise prices and hurt American auto producers and their customers.
BMW Gives Charleston’s International African American Museum $1 Million
BMW donated $1 million to the International African American Museum, bringing the waterfront Charleston project within $2 million of its private fundraising goal.
Hyundai Hosts Inaugural Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month Celebration
Hyundai announced its inaugural Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month celebration at its U.S. headquarters and their donation of $100,000 to the American Red Cross.
AIADA President Cody Lusk on the Trump Administration’s Steep Tariffs Against Foreign Automakers
AIADA President Cody Lusk joins NPR’s All Things Considered to discuss the Trump Administration’s steep tariffs on foreign automakers.
Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia
Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia continues to be a significant growth enabler for the West Point community and the Kia brand.
Production of All-New 2019 Acura RDX Begins at East Liberty Auto Plant
Honda celebrated the start of mass production of all-new 2019 Acura RDX after a capital investment of $54 million into new technologies and processes at the East Liberty Auto Plant.
Statement by John Bozzella, President and CEO, Global Automakers on behalf of Here for America
Statement from John Bozzella, CEO of Global Automakers and spokesperson for Here For America on Section 232.
Nissan’s Smyrna Plant
Since beginning U.S. manufacturing 35 years ago, Nissan now has four U.S. manufacturing facilities capable of producing 1.14 million vehicles, 1.65 million engines, 1.4 million forgings and 456,000 castings annually.
Toyota Helps Build Skills for High-Demand Jobs
Toyota USA Foundation and Project Lead The Way awarded $400,000 in grants to provide curriculum and teacher professional development focused on STEM.
Honda Launches All-New 2019 Insight Sedan into Production in Indiana
Honda celebrated the start of mass production of the all-new 2019 Honda Insight in Indiana, announcing $61.5 million in new capital investment in Indiana and Ohio for it’s production.
Honda Sinking $29 Million into Russells Point Plant to Build Motors for Insight
Honda is investing $29 million at its Russells Point plant to build electric motors for a new hybrid vehicle, which will be built in Indiana.
Volvo’s First U.S. Factory is Shaping Up to Employ 2,000 Workers
About 2,000 workers are expected to staff the new Volvo manufacturing plant in Ridgeville, South Carolina.
Honda Partners in Mobile Manufacturing Lab
Honda joined with representatives from area school districts, colleges, and businesses to celebrate a new mobile manufacturing training lab, which will highlight the high tech jobs and equipment that make up the backbone of manufacturing.
Subaru Sells 9-Millionth US Car
Subaru has sold its milestone nine-millionth automobile in the US.
Subaru Launches Ascent Output at Indiana Plant
Production of the Subaru Ascent commenced Monday at the automaker’s plant in Lafayette, Indiana, joining the Legacy and the Outback at the automaker’s only vehicle manufacturing site outside of Japan.
First Graduating Class of Mechatronics Akademie at VW Chattanooga
Volkswagen Chattanooga, Chattanooga State Community College and Hamilton County Schools celebrated the first graduating class from the Mechatronics Akademie.
BMW Manufacturing Doubles Size of BMW Scholars Program
This year, BMW Manufacturing announced that it will expand the number of apprentices in its BMW Scholars program to 200, doubling the size of the program. With this increase, BMW will add a fourth education partner in Piedmont Technical College.
Toyota’s Mississippi Plant Investments in Full Bloom
During a groundbreaking ceremony for Toyota Mississippi’s new visitor and training center, the company announced it would invest $170 million to build the 12th generation Corolla using Toyota New Global Architecture.
Nissan Donates $250,000 to Habitat for Humanity
In its second year as a Home is Key sponsor, Nissan donated $1 to Habitat for Humanity every time #HomeisKey was shared on social media, up to $250,000.
VW Vows to Build Massive Electric Car Charging Network Across the U.S.
Volkswagen and Electrify America announced that it plans to invest in U.S. infrastructure and install electric vehicle stations at more than 100 Walmarts in 34 states by mid-2019.
Volvo Partners With Local College System
With a $1.2 billion manufacturing facility scheduled to open in South Carolina in September, Volvo has partnered with a local college to fill the 1,500 jobs the plant will need to run.
Automakers Want a NAFTA that Keeps U.S. Auto Industry Strong
As the NAFTA negotiators pause to consider the latest U.S. proposal on auto rules of origin, Here For America companies continue to have concerns about its complexity, equity and achievability.
Nissan Donates Additional $250,000 to Mississippi HBCU STEM Programs
Nissan has made a $250,000 investment in seven Mississippi historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) to support STEM programs.
BMW’s X3, X5, and X6 are Made in South Carolina
BMW Manufacturing employs more than 10,000 people to produce the X3 and X5 Sports Activity Vehicle.
Rolls-Royce in America
In the U.S., Rolls-Royce employs more than 7,000 people and has invested over $1 billion in state-of-the-art U.S. facilities over the last decade.
Alabama Governor Ivey Leads Talks With Japanese Automakers
Governor Kay Ivey is leading a small team of Alabama economic development specialists on a business development mission to Japan for high-level meetings with leaders of global automakers Toyota, Mazda and Honda.
How Alabama is Becoming the Auto Capital of the South
From next to nothing, Alabama has become the fifth-largest state for auto manufacturing, fueled by German and Asian carmakers, and its growing. With new jobs coming, analysts expect Alabama to move up in state auto manufacturing rankings in the coming years.
Toyota Teams with Alabama A&M to Solve Mobility Issues
Toyota is teaming with students from Alabama A&M University on an initiative to help solve mobility issues.
Georgia’s “Next Generation” Helps Leads Honda’s Global Transmission Project
Honda Precision Parts of Georgia’s success is the latest story featured in the What Makes a Honda is Who Makes a Honda video series.
Sing For Hope and Mini USA Partner for #DrivingHope Initiative During 8th Annual Sing for Hope Pianos in June
Sing for Hope, the nonprofit arts organization, and MINI USA announced #DrivingHope, a partnership motivated by both organizations’ passion for bringing creativity to communities.
Kia Renews Multi-Year Partnership with B.R.A.K.E.S Teen Defensive Driving School
Kia Motors America and B.R.A.K.E.S. (Be Responsible and Keep Everyone Safe) today announced a multi-year renewal of their partnership, coinciding with National Distracted Driving Awareness month.
Toyota Motor Manufacturing Mississippi Celebrates Its 11th Anniversary
Toyota Motor Manufacturing Mississippi is celebrating its 11th anniversary!
Nissan Earns 2018 Energy Star Partner of the Year – Sustained Excellence Award for the Seventh Consecutive Year
For the seventh consecutive year, Nissan North America has been recognized by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency with the 2018 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year – Sustained Excellence Award, the highest honor given to organizations dedicated to protecting the environment by making their operations more energy efficient.
All-New Honda Insight Will Be American-Made
Built in Indiana with the battery unit from Ohio, the all-new Insight reflects Honda’s investment in the growing electrified vehicle manufacturing capabilities in America.
Subaru of America Returns as the Title Sponsor of the 2018 Cherry Blossom Festival in Philadelphia
Subaru announced its title sponsorship of the annual Subaru Cherry Blossom Festival of Greater Philadelphia for the 15th year.
Three Honda Manufacturing Plants Earn EPA ENERGY STAR Certification
For the 12th consecutive year, two of Honda’s Ohio automobile manufacturing plants have earned the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA’s) ENERGY STAR certification, while Honda Manufacturing of Indiana (HMIN) achieved the designation for the sixth year in a row.
Alabama ranks No. 3 for auto exports, with shipments to 88 nations in 2017
Alabama’s auto industry continues to dominate on the international stage, as state-built models were shipped to 88 countries around the globe last year.
Restrictions on Automobile Imports a Pretext for Protectionism
Reports that the President has requested input from his Cabinet on possible non-tariff barriers for vehicle imports to the U.S. is a bad idea and a pretext for protectionism. We ask the President to immediately reconsider this action.
Hyundai in Montgomery, AL
Hyundai’s $1.7 billion plant in Montgomery, AL is the company’s first U.S. manufacturing facility and employs more than 3,000 people with high-paying jobs and full benefits.
Hyundai Hope On Wheels Celebrating Its 20th Year In The Fight To End Childhood Cancer
Hyundai Hope On Wheels celebrates its 20th year in the fight against pediatric cancer and announces plans to exceed $145 million toward pediatric cancer research.
Honda Marine Science Foundation Supports New Projects Focused on “Living Shorelines” Along West Coast
Continuing its efforts to help restore marine ecosystems and strengthen resilience against climate change, the Honda Marine Science Foundation will support three projects centered on “living shorelines” along the West Coast.
Toyota and Project Lead the Way Awarded $290,000 in Student Grants
Toyota and Project Lead the Way awarded $290,000 in grants to 22 K-12 schools in Indiana to help prepare students for future STEM jobs.
Toyota’s Kentucky Plant is Toyota’s Largest Vehicle Manufacturing Plant
Toyota’s Kentucky plant is Toyota’s largest vehicle manufacturing plant in the world, annually capable of producing 550,000 vehicles and more than 600,000 engines.
Why Mercedes is now living large in Atlanta
Mercedes-Benz USA celebrates the grand opening of its all-new, state-of-the-art headquarters in Atlanta, GA, serving as the hub for the Group’s U.S. sales and customer service operations.
WorkOne, Toyota, VU Partner For GED Initiative
WorkOne Southwest, Toyota Motor Manufacturing, and Vincennes University are partnering to help people in Gibson and Vanderburgh Counties earn a GED and become qualified to fill well paying, in-demand jobs in southwest Indiana.
Women at Toyota Step Ahead in Manufacturing Excellence
Four Toyota team members were selected to receive the Women in Manufacturing STEP (Science, Technology, Engineering and Production) Ahead Award through The Manufacturing Institute, an award that honors women who have demonstrated excellence and leadership in their careers and represent all levels of the manufacturing industry.
Volkswagen Announces a New Five-Passenger Atlas SUV to be Built in Chattanooga, TN
Volkswagen will invest approximately $340 million in addition to the $900 million it has already invested into its Chattanooga, TN plant to support the production of the new Atlas.
Tariffs Will Hurt American Producers and Consumers
“At the end of the day a trade war will hurt American producers and consumers.”
Mazda and Toyota Establish “Mazda Toyota Manufacturing” in Huntsville, Alabama
Mazda and Toyota have established their new joint-venture company “Mazda Toyota Manufacturing, U.S.A., Inc.” that will produce vehicles in Huntsville, Alabama starting in 2021. The facility is expected to create up to 4,000 jobs and Toyota and Mazda are investing $1.6 billion towards this project.
Nissan’s Canton Plant Builds its 4 millionth Vehicle
Nissan celebrated the production of its 4 millionth vehicle at its Canton assembly plant as the plant nears its 15 anniversary.
Honda and Toyota Partnered in STEM Fest 2018 in Indiana
Honda and Toyota were partners in STEM Fest 2018 in Indiana to help expose students to a new wave of STEM jobs.
North American Auto Industry and Union Reacts to Steel and Aluminum Tariffs
President Donald Trump said that he will levy tariffs against overseas steel and aluminum and the automotive community is questioning the potential fallout from those plans.
Mercedes-Benz Invests $1 Billion in Tuscaloosa
Mercedes-Benz will be investing $1 billion into its Tuscaloosa, AL plant this year, which is expected to help create more than 600 jobs.
Honda Donates $600,000 to Support a New Health Center
Mary Rutan Hospital’s new health center is one of several local hospitals in Ohio that received $600,000 from Honda for improvements.
Toyota Partners with Meals on Wheels to Serve Seniors in Texas
Toyota teamed up with Collin County Meals on Wheels and VNA Texas – Meals on Wheels to serve meals to seniors in North Texas.
Honda Teams Up with Indiana Pacers for the Dream Big Initiative
The Indiana Pacers and Honda Manufacturing of Indiana (HMIN) teamed up for the “Dream Big Initiative,” which celebrates the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Black History Month.
BMW Continues to be the Largest U.S. Automotive Exporter
BMW Manufacturing announced that it exported 272,346 BMW X models from the Spartanburg plant during 2017.
The 2018 Volkswagen Passat GT: An American-born Sport Sedan
The 2018 Passat GT is the first Volkswagen model to be developed, engineered, and built entirely in the U.S. at the automaker’s Chattanooga plant.
Tariffs Make U.S. Auto Industry Less Competitive
“Exemptions will not address the fundamental problems tariffs will create for U.S. car and truck manufacturing.”
Honda’s Impact in Alabama
Since the start of production in 2001, Honda Manufacturing of Alabama’s $2 billion facility in Lincoln has incorporated innovative manufacturing technologies shared by Honda facilities around the globe.
Subaru Built 367,000 Indiana-Made Vehicles in 2017
Subaru of Indiana Automotive Inc. built 367,000 Hoosier-made vehicles last year. The automaker has operated for almost 30 of Subaru of America’s 50 years, having begun production in 1989.
A Successful NAFTA Should Not Be Linked to Steel and Aluminum Tariffs
“In just the last week, the auto industry has been threatened with increased duties on cars from Europe, major tariff increases on steel and aluminum imports, and now linking these tariffs to the future of NAFTA…ill-considered actions like these could reverse all the recent progress made by the U.S. auto manufacturing industry.”
Threat of Tax on EU Automobile Imports is a Strike Against American Consumers
“Europe and America have a long history of investing in each other… There’s simply no benefit to the American worker, consumer, or economy from an escalation here.”
BMW Builds its 200,000th South Carolina-Made X4
BMW’s plant in Spartanburg, South Carolina built its 200,000th BMW X4, a vehicle that has been in production at the facility since 2014.
Trump Trade Action Could Boost Steel And Aluminum Makers, Hurt Other Industries
While the steel and aluminum producers might get a temporary boost, the steel and aluminum tariffs could also indirectly drive up costs for other domestic manufacturers, including the auto industry.
Mercedes-Benz Triples Down on Alabama Investment
The Mercedes-Benz auto line that made Alabama a name in the car game will now take the state to the next level, with a $1 billion investment to expand the Tuscaloosa plant to accommodate assembly of battery-powered vehicles.
International Automakers Say U.S. Steel and Aluminum Tariffs Will Harm Industry
“We could end up trading away the benefits of tax and regulatory reform, competitive prices, access to export markets, and good American jobs.”
Honda Builds 25 Millionth American-Made Vehicle
Honda built its 25 millionth automobile in the United States, a 2018 Accord produced at the Marysville Auto Plant in Ohio.
International Automakers Urge Administration to Go Back to the Drawing Board on Concerns About U.S. Steel and Aluminum
“There are better ways to address concerns about the American steel and aluminum industries. It’s time to go back to the drawing board.”
Toyota Kentucky Sponsors Science and Engineering Fair
Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Kentucky, Inc (TMMK) sponsored the 5th annual ACTC/FIVCO Science and Engineering Fair, which showcased 124 student projects.
Honda Raises $2 Million for United Way
Honda supports United Way through local events, campaigns, incentive programs and fundraisers. In 2017, Honda companies across the U.S. raised $2 million for United Way.
Nissan Partners with 100 Black Men of America to Help High School Students
Nissan partnered with 100 Black Men of America to host its fifth annual Nissan Resume Challenge and Summit in Nashville, helping more than 50 high school students prepare for future success.
Subaru of America Celebrates 50th Anniversary
Subaru of America, Inc. began producing American-made vehicles on Sept. 11, 1989, with a Subaru Legacy sedan as the first model off the line.
Nissan’s Impact in Mississippi
Nissan’s vehicle assembly plant in Canton began producing Mississippi-made vehicles in 2003. The plant now employs over 6,400 Mississippians and builds 450,000 vehicles each year.
Toyota Donates $30,000 and a New Minivan to Domestic Violence Shelter
Toyota donated $30,000 and a new 2018 Sienna minivan to a domestic violence shelter to provide much-needed transportation.
Honda’s Impact in Indiana
Honda Manufacturing of Indiana, Inc. in Greensburg began producing American-made vehicles in 2008. The plant now employs over 2,000 Hoosiers and builds 250,000 vehicles each year.
Subaru Donates 5 Vehicles to a Colorado High School
Subaru donated five vehicles to a program at Cañon City High School that gives students a chance to build a career in the automotive industry.
Honda-Ohio State Partnership Creates STEM Opportunities for Students
Four classes of 61 engineering students currently receive the $3,000 annual scholarship from the Honda-Ohio State Partnership. Scholars received the Honda-Ohio State Math Medal, which included the scholarship opportunity at OSU’s College of Engineering.
Volkswagen Chattanooga and the State of Tennessee Open Up 8 eLabs
Volkswagen Group of America Chattanooga Operations, LLC (Volkswagen Chattanooga) in partnership with the State of Tennessee, have named eight additional HCDE schools to receive digital fabrication equipment as part of the Volkswagen eLabs initiative.
Hyundai Hope on Wheels Honors Heroes in the Fight Against Cancer
Hyundai Hope On Wheels provides grants to institutions that are pursuing lifesaving research and innovative treatments for the disease. Since its inception, it has awarded more than $130 million toward cancer research.
Subaru Sponsors 2018 Philadelphia Flower Show
Subaru will return to the Philadelphia Flower Show as premier sponsor for the 17th consecutive year to encourage an appreciation of nature’s beauty.
Subaru Donates School Supplies to 25 New Jersey Classrooms
After Riletta Twyne Cream Family School suffered major water damage, Subaru provided all 25 school classrooms with schools supplies.
Hyundai to Donate 1,000 Winter Coats for Youth in Detroit
Hyundai Motor America will donate 1,000 new winter coats to underserved youth in Detroit to continue its commitment to helping serve the needs of the greater Detroit community.
Honda to Add CR-V Production to Marysville Plant
Honda Motor Co. again is shaking up its production to accommodate the seemingly endless demand for the CR-V crossover.
Toyota Built 1.3 Million American-Made Vehicles in 2017
Toyota has invested $373.8 million in five U.S. manufacturing plants to support production of its first American-made hybrid powertrain.
Volkswagen Chattanooga’s Impact on Tennessee
Volkswagen Group of America’s plant in Chattanooga, Tennessee continues to make a positive impact across the state.
BMW’s Presence in the U.S.
BMW Manufacturing employs more than 10,000 people and has invested over $8 billion in its South Carolina operations.
International Automakers Continue to Invest in the U.S.
Four of the most-recent [international] commitments alone are expected to add 10,000 jobs and hundreds of thousands of units of U.S. production by 2021.
Toyota’s Huntsville Plant Produced 700,000 Engines in 2017
The factory announced today that it is turning out about 3,000 engines per day, six times the number it produced when the plant opened in 2003.
Honda Accord Named 2018 North American Car of the Year
The all-new 2018 Honda Accord, the 10th generation of America’s most popular car, has earned the prestigious 2018 North American Car of the Year award.
Subaru Awards Grant to Enhance STEM Education
The SIA Foundation awarded a $6,223 grant to teacher Ricci Barber to enhance STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) education at Battle Ground Middle School.
Mercedes-Benz Plant Produces 3 Millionth Alabama-Built Vehicle
Mercedes-Benz celebrated a milestone at its Tuscaloosa County plant. Almost 21 years after the plant opened, workers turned out the 3 millionth vehicle assembled there. Employees on the Assembly 2 line, which builds SUVs, enjoyed a special ceremony to commemorate the event.
Toyota and Mazda to Build $1.6 Billion Plant in Alabama
Alabama will be the site of a new $1.6 billion Toyota Motor Corp and Mazda Motor Corp auto plant. The plant, which will employ up to 4,000 people and produce about 300,000 vehicles a year, will be located in Huntsville, Alabama.
Toyota Donates $15,000 to the Salvation Army
Toyota Mississippi employees donated around 4,000 toys to the Salvation Army Angel Tree program. The car manufacturer also presented Salvation Army officials with a check for $15,000 to cover a shortage in the charity’s annual Red Kettle program.
Volkswagen Continues to Support Art Programs at MoMA
As a partner for MoMA and MoMA PS1 since 2011, the Volkswagen Group of America supports the seventh series of VW Sunday Sessions, a pioneering art program which had been developed and introduced with the help of the Group.
Honda to Manufacture Insight Hybrid in Greensburg
The Insight will be manufactured at Honda Manufacturing of Indiana (HMIN) in Greensburg, alongside Civic and CR-V using domestic and globally sourced parts.
Toyota Partners With SBP to Help Disaster Victims in Houston
Toyota continues to help victims of Hurricane Harvey. Armed with the tools of the Toyota Production System, the automaker and the national non-profit SBP hopes to speed up the recovery process.
BMW’s Spartanburg Plant Begins Pre-Production of the X7
Knudt Flor, head of the BMW Group Spartanburg plant: “We are proud to produce the BMW X7 here in Spartanburg, the home of our X models… Together with the BMW X7, a total of five BMW X models will be exported from Spartanburg to all four corners of the globe.”
Honda Produced More Than 357,000 Alabama-Built Vehicles in 2017
Honda Manufacturing of Alabama turned out more than 357,000 vehicles in 2017 at its Lincoln plant, which included a record number of Pilot SUVs.
Subaru Will Invest $140 Million in its Indiana Plant
Subaru of Indiana Automotive (SIA) will invest more than $140 million to add production of the Subaru Ascent in 2018 to meet the growing demand for mid-level vehicles in North America. The company also plans to create up to 200 new jobs by 2018.
Honda Partners with Living Classrooms Foundation to Inspire Young People
Since 2002, Honda’s support of the Living Classrooms Foundation has enabled more than 7,300 students in Washington, D.C. to participate in hands-on educational programs using urban, natural and maritime resources as “living classrooms.”
Toyota’s Mississippi Plant Celebrates One Millionth American-Made Corolla
From the first team member hired to the first car built to the one millionth car built, Toyota’s first decade in Mississippi has been a great ride.
Hyundai Donates Ioniqs to the National Park Service
Hyundai has donated six 2018 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrids to the National Park Service for use by staff in three national parks.
Toyota Named Corporate Citizen of the Year
The Organization for International Investment (OFII) announced Toyota Motor North America as its inaugural Corporate Social Responsibility Award winner.
Mazda Donates $5 Million to Charity
Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) will donate $5 million to four national charities and 42 local charities, meeting a commitment to the communities in which it does business.
Here For America Urges Congress to Pass Pro-Growth Tax Reform
“International automakers urge Congress to adopt the Tax Cut and Jobs Act (H.R. 1).”
Endorsement From Governor Matt Bevin
“Investment by internationally owned automotive companies in Kentucky hit $1.8 billion, nearly 44 percent of the $4.1 billion total automotive-related investment this year.”
Subaru’s Indiana Plant To Add 200 Jobs for Ascent Production
Subaru of Indiana Automotive plant in Lafayette plans to boost its already enormous workforce by as many as 200 employees by the end of 2018 as it adds the Ascent SUV to its roster.
Mercedes-Benz Expands Its Alabama Operations
Mercedes, which launched vehicle production in Alabama 20 years ago, is completing a $1.3 billion expansion project announced two years ago to prepare its Tuscaloosa County plant for new SUVs.
Endorsement From Governor Henry McMaster
I want to offer my support for the Here for America initiative, which tells an important story about the global automotive industry, and how it is creating jobs and strong communities throughout the United States and in South Carolina.
Maserati Celebrates 103rd Anniversary
When, in 1914, the Maserati brothers founded the Officine Alfieri Maserati in the heart of Bologna, Italy, they could hardly have imagined the impact they would have on the world.
Volkswagen Receives the 2017 Eakin Philanthropy Award
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (VWGoA) today announced that it has been honored by the Fairfax County Park Foundation with the 2017 Eakin Philanthropy Award, recognizing the automaker’s support of critical programs and resources across the Fairfax County Park system.
Nissan Begins Production of the 2018 LEAF in Tennessee
Production for the all-new 2018 Nissan LEAF is officially underway at the Smyrna Vehicle Assembly Plant in Smyrna, Tenn. The Nissan LEAF will be available at dealerships nationwide starting next month.
Honda CR-V Named Motor Trend’s 2018 SUV of the Year
Motor Trend has named the ever-popular Honda CR-V as its 2018 SUV of the Year. The 2018 CR-V beat out 25 contenders in an exhaustive evaluation by 11 of Motor Trend’s top editors, writers and testers.
Toyota Opens $80 Million Production Engineering and Manufacturing Center in Kentucky
Toyota’s newly opened $80 million, state-of-the-art and environmentally-conscious Production Engineering and Manufacturing Center (PEMC) in Georgetown, Kentucky, is a statement on Toyota’s commitment to investing in the future of American manufacturing.
Subaru Helps Reduce Waste in National Parks Through the Zero-Landfill Initiative
Subaru of America, Inc. is collaborating with the National Parks Conservation Association (NPCA) and the National Park Service (NPS) on the Zero-Landfill Initiative to reduce in America’s national parks.
Subaru Indiana Exec Named Business Leader of the Year
The Indiana Chamber of Commerce named Tom Easterday as Business Leader of the Year. Easterday, Senior Executive Vice President of Subaru of Indiana Automotive, stood out for the growth of the company, and for the respect he’s won from others.
Subaru Donates Car to Georgia Meals on Wheels Program
Subaru of America Inc.’s donated 2018 Subaru Outback will enable ACCA’s Meals on Wheels staff and volunteers to reach 15 more seniors and serve 300 more meals each month.
Nissan Supports STEM Education in Canton, Mississippi
Thanks to Nissan, 39 teachers in the Canton Public Schools system engaged in hands-on training. The training – along with ongoing teacher support and classroom materials and curriculum for over 1,000 students – was made possible through continued support by the automaker.
Volvo Makes Big Investments in the U.S.
Volvo is increasing its total U.S. manufacturing investment to $1.1 billion, boosting production capacity to 150,000 vehicles a year and increasing the number of jobs to almost 4,000.
Volkswagen Congratulates MoMA on 80 Years of Education
Volkswagen Group of America congratulates The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) on 80 years of educational programming. A multi-year sponsor of MoMA and MoMA PS1 since 2011, Volkswagen became lead sponsor of MoMA Education in 2015.
Nissan’s Presence in the U.S.
Nissan has made strategic investments in its U.S. operations to ensure the company is able to continue to build quality vehicles that meet the growing needs of U.S. consumers.
Volkswagen Honored by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (VWGoA) proudly announced that it has been honored by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation as one of 609 major U.S. businesses that earned the designation as a 2018 Best Places to Work for LGBTQ Equality.
International Automakers Remain Concerned with House Base Erosion Language
“International automakers continue to support comprehensive tax reform that promotes growth and jobs in America. We are committed to working with the House and Senate to ensure pro-growth tax reform becomes a reality.”
Toyota in the U.S.
The desire to evolve and innovate is at the heart of everything we do, and it all starts with engineering and manufacturing. From north to south, east to west, we’re hundreds of thousands of team members strong — all dedicated to helping you go places. We’re Toyota USA.
Honda Manufacturing of Alabama Celebrates 16 Years of Production
Since the start of production in 2001, Honda Manufacturing of Alabama’s $2 billion manufacturing facility has incorporated innovative manufacturing technologies shared by Honda facilities around the globe. The plant directly employs 4,500 Alabamians that build 340,000 cars each year.
Volkswagen Honored by National Breast Cancer Coalition
The National Breast Cancer Coalition has honored Volkswagen Group of America with its Leadership Award for the company’s contributions toward breast cancer research and care.
Senate Tax Reform Legislation Could Hurt U.S. Auto Manufacturing
“We agree with the aim of the Senate Finance Committee’s outline but we are concerned that the base erosion provision could raise the cost of manufacturing cars and trucks in America. We are working with the Committee on legislation that encourages job creation and manufacturing investment in the United States.”
BMW Spartanburg Finds its Calling
BMW chose Spartanburg for its first North American plant 25 years ago. The plant now employs 9,000 workers and builds 450,000 vehicles each year.
Endorsement From Governor Bill Haslam
“Automotive companies have invested over $37 billion across our state, and as they continue to invest in Tennessee, we will continue to partner with leaders in this remarkable global industry that drives economic momentum throughout the Southeast, the United States and the world.”
Here For America Reacts to Revised Excise Tax Amendment
“The revised excise tax proposal remains highly problematic: it preserves the discriminatory tax treatment in the underlying bill by targeting inbound companies that have integrated supply chains and have invested heavily in the United States, creating 1.29 million American jobs.”
Japan’s Role in the U.S. Auto Industry
JAMA’s member companies have a 35-year history of investment and innovation in the U.S. They produced a record-high of nearly four million vehicles in the U.S. in 2016, a more than tenfold increase since the mid-1980s.
Current House Tax Reform Bill Will Stifle U.S. Investment and Innovation
Here for America (HFA), a coalition of international automakers with manufacturing, R&D, sales and other operations throughout the U.S., applauds the House Ways and Means Committee for their continued efforts on making tax reform a reality.
Nissan Canton Plant to Build Next-Generation Frontier Pickup
The Nissan Canton Vehicle Assembly Plant will build the next-generation Nissan Frontier. The facility has an annual production capacity of 450,000 vehicles, and its workforce has assembled more than three million vehicles since opening in 2003.
Subaru Donated $100,000 to the American Red Cross
Subaru of America, Inc. donated an additional $100,000 to the American Red Cross in the wake of the wildfires rampaging through the western U.S. and countless numbers still reeling from the recent hurricanes.
Toyota Recognized for Its Commitment to America’s Students
Project Lead The Way (PLTW) welcomed Toyota as a “Transformative Partner,” the highest level for PLTW partners for its commitment to workforce development.
Subaru Celebrates the 10th Anniversary of Share the Love
Subaru of America, Inc. announced the return of its annual Share the Love Event in 2017. To celebrate the tenth anniversary of the event, the automaker hopes to exceed $115 million donated since its creation.
Volkswagen Foundation Donated $300,000 to Support Hurricane Relief
The Volkswagen Group of America Foundation announced that it donated $150,000 to the Florida Disaster Fund and $150,000 to United for Puerto Rico in support of recovery efforts following Hurricanes and Irma and Maria.
Subaru Donates Over 3,000 Science Books to New Jersey Schools
Subaru of America is proud to announce a donation of over 3,000 books on STEM subjects to Camden schools, continuing the company’s commitment to education as part of its ‘Subaru Loves Learning’ initiative.
Endorsement From Governor Eric Holcomb
In Indiana, we pride ourselves on our ability and capacity to make things. The state boasts the highest concentration of manufacturing jobs in the country, with one in five Hoosiers going to work at a manufacturing operation each day. Many of those jobs have been created by Indiana’s global automakers Toyota, Honda, and Subaru, which […]
