Isuzu Breaks Ground $280M South Carolina Plant Creating 700 Jobs

Isuzu Motors has held a groundbreaking ceremony for its first independent vehicle manufacturing plant in the United States, located in Piedmont, South Carolina, with production expected to begin in 2027. The plant aims to produce 50,000 vehicles annually by 2030, including electric trucks, primarily serving the North American market and reducing reliance on imports from Japan amid tariff challenges under President Donald Trump's administration. The $280 million facility is projected to create over 700 new jobs, bolstering the local economy and underscoring Isuzu's commitment to North America. The ceremony featured key figures such as South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster and Japanese Ambassador Shigeo Yamada, highlighting strong economic ties between Japan and South Carolina. Isuzu's chairman emphasized the company's long-term partnership with the community, focusing on innovation and future mobility. This investment marks one of the largest in the region since BMW's arrival and reflects the state's strategy to attract more manufacturers and support electric vehicle growth.