Why the automotive industry continues to drive South Carolina’s economy
The automotive industry led South Carolina’s exported goods, with sales more than double that of the next largest industry type.
EV giant Tesla to open Greenville County distribution facility
The 251,000-square-foot facility marks Tesla's first major investment in South Carolina.
Sitework at Scout plant in Blythewood resumes after delay
With agreement to offset impacts, construction can start again at …
Luxury auto studio opens in new Charleston location
Elliot Remington Auto Studio has opened a new 27,000-square-foot state-of-the-art auto preservation, restoration and storage facility near downtown Charleston.
BMW Manufacturing hosts supplier diversity event in Greenville
BMW Manufacturing and BMW Purchasing and Supplier Network Americas on Wednesday hosted one of the nation’s largest supplier diversity events at the Greenville Convention Center.
Clemson University students debut autonomous off-road vehicle for disaster missions
To expedite the delivery of supplies and gather real-time data in disaster areas, Clemson University students at the International Center for Automotive Research in Greenville have developed an off-road reconnaissance and relief vehicle
Scout Motors names chief production officer
Scout Motors Inc. has named Jan Spies as its chief production officer effective early 2024. In this role, Spies will lead manufacturing of Scout Motors’ all-purpose, all-electric truck and SUC slated for production by the en
North Carolina automotive group acquires 7 Upstate dealerships
The acquisition brings to 10 the number of Upstate South Carolina dealerships owned by the group, employing 750.
Greenville EV battery manufacturer files for bankruptcy protection
An innovator in commercial vehicle electrification technology, with facilities in Greenville and Greer, plans to file for bankruptcy. Proterra Inc. (Nasdaq: PTRA) announced that the company is taking action to “maximize the valu
The Savannah River Site’s vehicle fleet goes electric
Savannah River Nuclear Solutions is rapidly moving from burning fossil fuels to using electricity to power its fleet of nearly 1,000 vehicles at the Savannah River Site
German auto supplier growing state presence with US HQ in Greenville
Automotive supplier Wenker Inc. plans to grow its South Carolina presence by establishing its new U.S. headquarters in Greenville County with a $3.1 million investment that will create 27 new jobs.
BMW breaks ground on $700M Woodruff plant
The more than 1-million-square-foot Plant Woodruff will be located on 315 acres near the city center and will include a technology building and support buildings such as a cafeteria, fire department and energy center.