International automakers directly employ 162,000 American workers here in the United States. With 100,000 of those jobs in manufacturing, our member companies employ one of the largest manufacturing workforces in the country and are breathing new life into America’s manufacturing sector.
By investing in workforce development programs and growth opportunities, international automakers are preparing today’s workforce for tomorrow’s challenges. These efforts ensure that our talented employees have the skills and knowledge to thrive in an evolving automotive industry.
International automakers are creating valuable career pathways forward for thousands of Americans across the country while supporting an additional 2.4 million American jobs up and down the supply chain. We must continue bolstering these opportunities and ensuring fair and equal treatment of all American auto workers.
The BMW Tech Scholars Program in Spartanburg, South Carolina, a two-year apprenticeship program that partners with local area technical colleges, is just one of many programs offered by international automakers.
The success of the U.S. automotive industry depends on its performance on the global stage – where the free exchange of goods isn’t just beneficial; it’s essential to progress, economic growth, and innovation.
Autos Drive America advocates for policies that will sustain growth, spark innovation, and promote good-paying, career-path opportunities.
In the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, consumer credits for green vehicles get a new treatment.
