Arrival, a global electric vehicle (EV) company, has announced plans to establish its first U.S. microfactory in York County in South Carolina. The $46 million investment into the region will create 240 new jobs.
The UK company’s new operations, located in Rock Hill, will utilize a new cell-based assembly method to produce vehicles rather than a traditional automotive production line, allowing the production of any vehicle from Arrival’s portfolio. It will initially focus on building electric buses.
Arrival is expected to begin its U.S. operations in the second quarter of 2021, with production starting by the fourth quarter of 2021.
Arrival CEO of North America, Mike Ableson, says: “Our new Microfactory in South Carolina is the beginning of a paradigm shift in the EV space. We’re thankful for the great work at the state and local levels that lead us to South Carolina, and we are excited to be able to partner with York County to deliver our vision for commercial electric vehicles while investing in the lives of the community members that support Arrival.”
State Secretary of Commerce, Bobby Hitt, adds: “The automotive industry continues to be a major job creator in our state’s economy, and today’s announcement is another sign of that. Arrival’s decision to locate new operations in South Carolina builds on our international reputation for being a place where businesses can succeed.”
Founded in 2015 and based in London, Arrival works with cities around the world to create zero-emission mobility solutions for today’s transportation challenges.
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