International automakers directly employ 156,000 American workers here in the United States. With 102,600 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.
These critical investments provide workers with the tools and skills needed to advance their careers and help solidify the U.S. auto industry’s competitive edge on the global stage.
International automakers offer 337 programs across 36 states in the U.S. that encourage students to pursue a career and technical education while giving current employees opportunities to develop their skill sets.
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.
