In a big move for the future of electric vehicles (EVs), the U.S. government has announced nearly $2 billion in grants aimed at enhancing EV manufacturing and assembly across eight states in the United States.
This investment not only supports the transition to cleaner energy but also promises significant economic benefits.
Sparking Economic Growth
The US Energy Department will allocate $1.7 billion to create or retain thousands of union jobs and support auto-based communities that have long been the backbone of the U.S. economy.
The grants span a wide range of the automotive supply chain, including parts for electric motorcycles, school buses, hybrid powertrains, heavy-duty commercial truck batteries, and electric SUVs. President Biden emphasized:
“Building a clean energy economy can and should be a win-win for union autoworkers and automakers. This investment will create thousands of good-paying, union manufacturing jobs and retain even more.”
President Joe Biden
Key Recipients
Several key players in the automotive industry are set to benefit from this initiative:
General Motors (GM): With a $500 million federal grant, GM plans to convert an assembly plant in Lansing, Michigan to produce EVs. This move aligns with GM’s ongoing commitment, reflected in over $12 billion in investments in its North American EV manufacturing and supply chain since 2020.
Stellantis: Receiving a total of $585 million, Stellantis will convert plants in Illinois and Indiana to bolster their EV production capabilities.
Harley-Davidson: An $89 million grant will help expand their facility in York, Pennsylvania to manufacture electric motorcycles.
Volvo Group: With $208 million, Volvo will upgrade facilities in Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Maryland to enhance their heavy-duty truck production.
A Win for Communities and the Environment
The grants are a part of the landmark 2022 climate law and aim to ensure the future of the auto industry is built in America by American workers.
This initiative will help U.S. manufacturing communities adapt to new technologies, ensuring long-term economic sustainability and environmental benefits.
“Even as competitors like China invest heavily in electric vehicles, these federal grants will help ensure our automotive industry stays competitive – and does it in the communities and with the workforce that have supported the auto industry for generations.”
Jennifer Granholm, Energy Secretary and former Michigan Governor
Addressing Climate Change
Transportation is the single largest source of U.S. greenhouse gas pollution, making EVs a key component of Biden’s climate agenda. The transition to EVs not only aims to reduce emissions but also to deliver new sources of clean transit.
The $1.7 billion boost for U.S. Electric Vehicle manufacturing marks a significant step towards a cleaner, more sustainable transportation future.
Stay tuned for more updates on how these developments will shape the future of electric vehicles and the broader automotive industry.
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Biden awards $1.7 billion to boost electric vehicle manufacturing and assembly in 8 states
