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Georgia leads EV manufacturing, lags on sales
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Georgia leads the nation in electric vehicle manufacturing jobs, with over 27,000 positions announced, driven by major investments like the Hyundai plant near Savannah and EV battery makers. However, a new report by the Southern Alliance for Clean Energy reveals that despite this manufacturing boom, Georgia lags behind on actual EV adoption and sales among consumers.
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Georgia leads EV manufacturing, lags on sales
Emily Jones|WABE
November 7th, 2024
Gov. Brian Kemp stands next to a Rivian electric truck while announcing the company's plans to build a plant east of Atlanta, Dec. 16, 2021. (John Bazemore/AP)
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Georgia is leading the country in jobs making electric vehicles, batteries and other parts. Still, the state lags behind on people actually driving electric vehicles (EVs), according to a new report by the Southern Alliance for Clean Energy.
The report finds that EV manufacturing continues to boom in Georgia, with more than 27,000 jobs announced. These employment opportunities can be attributed to major investments state leaders have pursued, like the new Hyundai plant near Savannah and EV battery makers.