Audi Selects Georgia for New U.S. Manufacturing Facility
The German automaker plans to build its first American plant at the Middle Georgia Megasite to ramp up production.
Updated on Oct. 27, 2026 in Manufacturing
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Audi has officially chosen the Middle Georgia Megasite as the location for its first manufacturing plant in the United States. The new facility is designed to support significant job creation and automotive manufacturing capacity for the region.
Why it matters
This project represents a major investment in the state of Georgia, leveraging existing logistics infrastructure to build a hub for North American vehicle production. It aims to strengthen the regional automotive supplier network while meeting production demands.
The facility is designed for an annual production capacity of 200,000 vehicles. The Middle Georgia Megasite offers rail access to the Port of Savannah and the Port of Brunswick in under 5 hours.
The players
Audi
This German automotive manufacturer produces a range of luxury vehicles and is a subsidiary of the Volkswagen Group.
Mid-Georgia Gateway Joint Development Authority
This authority is responsible for economic development across Peach, Houston, and Macon-Bibb counties.
Norfolk Southern Railway
This major Class I railroad operator provides freight transportation services across the eastern United States.
The details
The Mid-Georgia Gateway Joint Development Authority, spanning Peach, Houston, and Macon-Bibb counties, prepared the site with improved logistics and rail connectivity via Norfolk Southern Railway. The location is strategically positioned between Atlanta and the Port of Savannah to facilitate efficient automotive supply chains.
Timeline
Construction on the new plant is scheduled to begin in 2027.
Vehicle production is planned to start in the early 2030s.
Market Landscape
This development aligns with the ongoing expansion of the Georgia automotive manufacturing corridor. It shifts market share by establishing a new primary production hub, effectively positioning the region against other southern states currently competing for major automotive investment.
Residents can anticipate long-term employment opportunities as the facility moves toward its operational phase in the next decade. The project relies on existing rail infrastructure to minimize local traffic disruptions during the initial build-out.
The takeaway
This project signals a long-term commitment to regional manufacturing that will evolve over the next several years. Local stakeholders should monitor official announcements regarding hiring timelines and supplier procurement as the 2027 construction date approaches.
What happens next
Construction on the facility is slated to begin in 2027.
Further reading
Learn more about industrial growth in the state on our Georgia Manufacturing page.
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