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Archer Aviation selects site in Georgia for eVTOL manufacturing facility

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11/14/2022 The selection of the site for its manufacturing facility represents a key next step as Archer works towards its goal of being first in the industry to bring up a high-capacity production facility. The planned eVTOL aircraft manufacturing facility is expected to create more than 1,000 jobs over the long term.

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Rivian’s tax agreement for Georgia manufacturing plant gets approval

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The Joint Development Authority (JDA) approved the final Economic Development Agreement (EDA) for Rivian’s upcoming manufacturing plant in Georgia. The EDA covers agreements between the JDA, the State of Georgia, and Rivian. Rivian Georgia plant pushing lawmakers to revisit direct sales legislation.

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Rivian chooses company for Georgia plant construction

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Rivian has selected a construction firm to build its new production facility located outside of Atlanta, Georgia. With Clayco’s dedication to developing innovative ideas and solutions, we are confident they are the right partner to ensure the Rivian plant is a shining example of sustainable manufacturing.” Clayco Inc.

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FREYR Battery to site US gigafactory in Georgia; initial investment $1.7B, growing to $2.6B through 2029

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FREYR Battery announced the selection and purchase of a site in Coweta County, Georgia for its planned Giga America battery plant. Upon completion of all the contemplated construction phases, the Giga America complex is expected to be one of the largest battery cell manufacturing developments globally. billion through 2029.

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Hyundai will begin construction on its first EV plant October 25 as it targets US tax credit

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billion electric vehicle factory in Bryan County, Georgia, on October 25. After several months of lobbying with US officials over EV tax credit changes in the recently passed climate law, the South Korean motor group is officially starting construction on its EV manufacturing plant. Hyundai will break ground on its massive $5.5

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Kia looks to secure US federal tax credit for EV9 in 2025

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It appears that South Korean automaker Kia is taking some steps to ensure that its EV9 all-electric SUV will qualify for the full $7,500 federal tax credit in the United States next year. Currently, production of the EV9 is in South Korea, but Kia is looking to start manufacturing the all-electric SUV at its West Point, Georgia plant.

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Hyundai reportedly considering third facility in Georgia: a $1.9 billion battery plant

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Hyundai is reportedly considering building a battery production facility with partner SK Innovation in Georgia, this being its third facility in the State. Hyundai has been in an all-out blitz to establish electric vehicle manufacturing capabilities in the United States. EV tax incentives have added urgency to their plans.

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