Audi Set to Build Georgia Plant Near Macon
Audi will build its first US manufacturing plant near Macon, Georgia. President Donald Trump announced the project at a campaign rally in Perry on Saturday.
- $4 billion is the reported investment; Trump put it at $4.2 billion.
- 4,500 jobs are expected, according to state officials and Audi.
- 200,000 SUVs a year is the plant's planned capacity.
- 2031 is the target for commercial production.
Why it matters: The plant would add a luxury brand to Georgia's growing auto manufacturing base. It also gives Trump a jobs announcement in a battleground state before the midterms.
- Trump said Audi would not be coming without tariffs on European cars.
- Trump's tariffs cost Audi €1.2 billion last year.
How 10 sources split on this story
Where they split: Coverage differs on whether the plant is mainly a result of Trump's tariff policy or a state-led recruitment effort timed to a campaign rally.
Center coverage, 8 sources: The center sees a large regional jobs project led by Gov. Brian Kemp and Audi, with Trump crediting tariffs ahead of the midterms.
Left coverage, 1 sources: The left sees a major economic development win for Middle Georgia that Trump used at a rally to help Republicans in tight state races.
Right coverage, 1 sources: The right sees proof that Trump's agenda is bringing auto manufacturing and jobs back to America.
What’s next: Site grading starts in 2027, with facility construction following in 2028.
- Georgia Quick Start will build a dedicated training center for plant workers.
- What is the total value of the state and local incentive package?
- Which models will the plant build? A US official cited the Q7, Q8 and Q9, but Audi has not confirmed.
- What starting wages will the jobs pay?
