Overview

• Mercedes-Benz confirmed plans to localize production of a new core vehicle segment at its Tuscaloosa, Alabama plant by 2027.
• The decision follows President Trump’s 25% tariffs on imported vehicles and parts, which have prompted automakers to expand U.S. manufacturing.
• The Tuscaloosa plant, a global export hub for Mercedes SUVs, currently exports about 60% of its production worldwide.
• The White House praised the announcement as a win for its policies promoting domestic manufacturing through tariff incentives.
• Other automakers, including Hyundai and BMW, have also announced increased U.S. investments in response to the tariffs.