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Charleston County is a premier hub for global OEMs and component suppliers, anchored by major players like Mercedes-Benz Vans, and supported by a robust network of companies. Your operation benefits from immediate access to a deep pool of technical talent, a highly efficient and expansive global supply chain via the Port of Charleston, and crucial interstate connections, as well as a pro-business environment that rewards scale and speed-to-market. This is the strategic base designed for everything from electric vehicle components to final vehicle assembly. The road ahead is engineered for your success.

Automotive Manufacturing in Charleston County by the Numbers

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new jobs, 2015-25 compared to a +23% growth rate nationally

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Job concentration is 2.45 times expected

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labor cost savings for the automotive industry in Charleston County

Global Leaders. Local Presence.

Ranger Design logo

Ranger Design

Mercedes-Benz Vans LLC logo

Mercedes-Benz Vans, LLC

Isringhausen GMBH Co KG logo

Isringhausen GmbH & Co. KG

Innovation Vehicle Solutions

Innovation Vehicle Solutions

Zeltwanger USA logo

Zeltwanger USA

Cummins logo

Cummins Inc.

Bintelli logo

Bintelli

Marabu North America logo

Marabu North America

Wheeler Bearing Company logo

Wheeler Bearing Company

Multiplastics logo

Mulitplastics, A Division of Curd Enterprises

FINALCONTROL Industrial Quality Control

FINALCONTROL INC

ABA Automotive logo

A.B.A Automotive

Testimonials

Our North Charleston plant will be the first to bring the next generation of the eSprinter to the United States. We are proud that we have earned the trust of the company to produce this vehicle as an important pillar of the Mercedes-Benz Vans production network. We are also grateful for the continued support from the state of South Carolina and Charleston County in the development of our facility and our team who have worked hard to reach this milestone in our growth. The next generation eSprinter will support a sustainable future for the company and the environment, and we look forward to this investment in our Charleston team and facility.

Arnhelm Mittelbach, President & CEO Mercedes-Benz Vans, LLC

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Existing Industry Testimonials

Our workforce at our Charleston Turbo Plant is critical to making Cummins Turbo Technologies the world-leader in air handling for commercial vehicles by exhibiting the teamwork and excellence necessary to deliver innovative, reliable turbocharger solutions. Our investment in the Charleston area will help us optimize our footprint and continue to be the top choice of our global customers.

Shon Wright, Vice President Cummins Turbo Technologies

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Existing Industry Testimonials

As a family-owned business, we’re thrilled to expand our operations in Charleston County. This community has been incredibly supportive, and we’re excited to continue serving the local businesses and industries here. Our expertise in steel, stainless steel and aluminum fabrication, combined with our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, makes us well-suited to meet the region’s diverse needs.

Joseph W. Schady, President Alpha Sheet Metal Works

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Charleston County is the only county in the world to host a widebody aircraft manufacturer and an automotive vehicle manufacturer.

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