Regional Manufacturing Highlights
Central Region (Ohio, Michigan, Indiana, Kentucky)
- GM’s Production Shift: General Motors announced plans to increase production of transmissions at its Toledo, Ohio facility, shifting focus from electric vehicle (EV) drive units to internal combustion engine (ICE) transmission components. Reuters
- Amgen’s Investment: Amgen announced a $900 million expansion of its biotech manufacturing facility in Ohio, increasing its total investment in the region to over $1.4 billion and creating 750 new jobs. The Columbus Dispatch+2Reuters+2Amgen+2
Southern Region (Alabama, Georgia, Tennessee)
- Diageo’s Expansion: Diageo is now hiring to fill 100 positions to expand Montgomery’s industrial park, part of a $415 million capital investment in its new distribution plant. https://www.wsfa.com
- Manufacturer of the Year Awards: Nominations are now open for the 2025 Alabama Manufacturer of the Year Awards, honoring businesses that demonstrate excellence in leadership, performance, innovation, and workforce development. The Business View
Carolina Region (North & South Carolina)
- No significant updates specific to this region were identified for the week of April 21–27, 2025.
International Trade & Tariff Updates
- Canada’s Response to U.S. Tariffs: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney responded firmly to U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent criticism of Canada’s role in the North American auto industry, emphasizing Canada’s sovereignty in deciding the future of its auto sector. Reuters
- Mexico’s Manufacturing Outlook: Mexico’s manufacturing sector showed improvement in the first quarter of 2025 due to early orders amid potential U.S. tariffs, with a year-over-year growth rate averaging (-)1.6%, representing a 2.8 percentage point improvement compared to the previous quarter. BBVA Research