Scout Motors, di automaker wey dey revive di legendary American brand, don choose Charlotte, North Carolina, as dia new U.S. headquarters. Dis move go bring ova $200 million investment and create 1,200 jobs for di Charlotte area.
Why Charlotte?
According to Scout Motors President and CEO Scott Keogh, Charlotte dey perfect because of di city's workforce, business-friendly environment, and strategic location. Di new HQ go dey located for Plaza Midwood neighborhood, wey dey known for its vibrant community.
Good News for North Carolina
North Carolina Governor Josh Stein talk say Scout Motors dey revitalize an iconic American brand and create high-quality jobs for di Carolinas. E add say di state's business climate, top universities, and leadership for clean energy make companies wan call North Carolina home.
Scout Motors: Di Comeback Story
Scout Motors, wey be subsidiary of Volkswagen, dey bring back di Scout vehicles wey bin popular for di 1960s and 70s. Those vehicles bin get reputation for ruggedness and off-roading. Volkswagen buy di Scout trademark for 2021 and announce plans to revive di brand.
- Scout Motors dey plan to fill di 1,200 jobs over di next five years.
- Di average annual wage go be $172,000, wey be nearly double di average wage for Mecklenburg County.
- Dia lineup go include electric and hybrid-powered vehicles.
- Dem dey plan to construct dia vehicles for a manufacturing plant for Blythewood, South Carolina, wey production go start for 2027.
Scout Motors dey show say dem dey serious about bringing back di iconic brand and creating new opportunities for di American auto industry.