Where Cars Meet Innovation

From Nissan’s largest North American plant to Volkswagen’s U.S. headquarters, Tennessee is driving automotive excellence. With over 350,000 manufacturing workers and vehicles rolling out in 88 of 95 counties, the Volunteer State keeps America moving.

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Leading Industries Shaping Tennessee

Auto Assembly & Manufacturing

561,000 vehicles produced in 2024 across Nissan, GM, Volkswagen, and Ford. Automotive spans 88 of 95 counties.

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Logistics & Distribution

FedEx Memphis SuperHub and a central U.S. location make Tennessee a national supply chain hub.

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Advanced Materials

UT and Oak Ridge partnerships drive composites, carbon fiber, and additive manufacturing innovation.

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Chemicals & Industrial

Strong base in chemicals, metals, machinery, and equipment supporting auto and aerospace.

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Why North Carolina Manufacturing?

World-Class Research & Development

Home to the Research Triangle Park and leading universities, North Carolina transforms innovation into production. Our pharmaceutical and biotech sectors lead the nation.

Skilled Workforce Pipeline

The nation's largest community college system partners directly with manufacturers, ensuring workers have the skills employers need — today and tomorrow.

Strategic East Coast Location

Access to major ports, interstate highways, and rail networks means your products reach markets faster. Plus, we're within a day's drive of 50% of the U.S. population.

Why North Carolina Manufacturing?

World-Class Research & Development

Home to the Research Triangle Park and leading universities, North Carolina transforms innovation into production. Our pharmaceutical and biotech sectors lead the nation.

Skilled Workforce Pipeline

The nation's largest community college system partners directly with manufacturers, ensuring workers have the skills employers need — today and tomorrow.

Strategic East Coast Location

Access to major ports, interstate highways, and rail networks means your products reach markets faster. Plus, we're within a day's drive of 50% of the U.S. population.