Shuttered auto plants will become EV factories thanks to $1.7 billion Biden program
What is the total funding announced for converting plants into EV facilities?
The Biden administration announced $1.7 billion in funding to convert endangered or shuttered plants into electric vehicle manufacturing facilities. This investment aims to create thousands of good-paying, union manufacturing jobs and retain even more across eight states, supporting the transition to a clean energy economy.
How many auto factories will benefit from this funding?
Eleven auto factories across eight states will benefit from the $1.7 billion funding to convert endangered or shuttered plants into electric vehicle manufacturing facilities. This investment aims to create thousands of good-paying, union manufacturing jobs and retain even more, supporting the transition to a clean energy economy.
What types of goods will the retrofitted factories produce?
The retrofitted factories will produce a variety of goods, including parts for electric motorcycles and school buses, hybrid powertrains, heavy-duty commercial truck batteries, and electric SUVs.