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Battery

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, 2026CleanTechnicaTranslucent 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, 2026Automotive News (Google News)Volvo
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, 2026InsideEVsBMW
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, 2026Car and DriverPolestar
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, 2026New York Times - BusinessBMW