Why do automotive suppliers locate in Columbus, GA?

Automotive suppliers benefit from Columbus’ central location in the automotive industry sector of the Southeastern U.S. Columbus’ position puts automotive suppliers in close proximity to a number of automotive companies, including the only Kia automotive plant in the U.S. and the Hyundai Motor Manufacturing plants in Alabama and coastal Georgia. Opportunity and distribution made easy.

Columbus Provides Steady Talent Pipeline for Automotive Suppliers

Industry-specific programs at Columbus’ educational institutions are supplying students with the necessary skills to work in automotive manufacturing. Chattahoochee Valley Community College’s Automotive Manufacturing Program prioritizes experiential learning of engineering principles and technical skills in the industry, while Columbus Technical College offers programs in automotive technology, industrial systems technology, welding joining technology, and engineering. The state of Georgia employs over 50,000 people in the automotive industry, and this number is expected to increase.

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