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South Carolina Sees Major Investment in Solar Manufacturing by Translucent Energy

Translucent Energy has significantly expanded its clean energy footprint with the addition of a 1.3-gigawatt solar manufacturing facility in South Carolina. This move signals a growing commitment to domestic solar production and hints at future advancements in renewable energy infrastructure. Such developments, while not directly focused on EVs, contribute to the broader ecosystem of clean energy, which includes EV charging and grid stability.

August 22, 2026·CleanTechnica·Translucent Energy
Models

Volvo Plans Significant Production Boost at South Carolina Plant with Next-Gen XC60, Including Full EVs

Volvo is preparing for a major expansion of its Ridgeville, South Carolina manufacturing facility, anticipating a two-thirds increase in output by 2027. This growth will be driven by the introduction of the next-generation XC60, which will include fully electric variants alongside internal combustion models. The plant currently produces the S60 sedan and EX90 electric SUV.

August 5, 2026·Automotive News (Google News)·Volvo
Battery

BMW's South Carolina Plant to Begin EV Battery Production in December

BMW's manufacturing facility in Spartanburg, South Carolina, is gearing up to start producing battery modules for electric vehicles by December. This localized production is a crucial step in the automaker's strategy to bolster its EV manufacturing capabilities within the United States. The move is expected to support forthcoming electric models from BMW.

July 28, 2026·Automotive News (Google News)·BMW
Battery

BMW Eyes U.S. Production for iX5 Hydrogen Fuel Cell Battery Packs

BMW is considering establishing a battery pack assembly plant in Woodruff, South Carolina, to support its experimental iX5 Hydrogen fuel cell vehicle. This potential domestic production move signals BMW's commitment to localized manufacturing, especially for its niche hydrogen fuel-cell program. Such an investment could significantly bolster the U.S. EV battery supply chain.

July 28, 2026·InsideEVs·BMW
Battery

BMW Group Begins High-Voltage Battery Production for iX5 at South Carolina Plant

BMW Group Plant Woodruff in South Carolina is gearing up for series production of high-voltage batteries to power the new fully-electric BMW iX5. This facility utilizes advanced manufacturing techniques, including AI-supported processes and virtual reality, to assemble battery modules and packs for upcoming EV models.

July 28, 2026·BMW Group Press (USA)·BMW
Regulation

Polestar 3's U.S. Sales Ban Prompts Speculation of Rebadging as a Volvo

The Polestar 3, built in South Carolina and sharing core components with the Volvo EX90, is currently unable to be sold in the United States due to legal disputes. This has led to discussion about whether the vehicle could eventually be released as a Volvo model to bypass the sales prohibition. The situation highlights the challenges manufacturers face with intellectual property in complex joint ventures.

July 11, 2026·Car and Driver·Polestar
Models

BMW Announces US Production of Electric Vehicles at South Carolina Plant

BMW confirmed plans to produce new electric vehicle models at its revitalized manufacturing facility in Spartanburg, South Carolina. This strategic move aligns with global EV expansion efforts while strengthening domestic production capabilities. The plant will reportedly start with the fully electric X5.

July 1, 2026·CleanTechnica·BMW
Models

BMW Announces New Electric SUV Production in South Carolina Facility

BMW plans to significantly expand its electric vehicle manufacturing footprint by producing a new battery-electric SUV model at its Spartanburg, South Carolina plant. This move underscores the German automaker's commitment to EV production, even as other manufacturers re-evaluate their electrification strategies. The investment will boost local production capabilities and contribute to the growing EV market in North America.

June 30, 2026·New York Times - Business·BMW
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