In September of 1993, after an extensive six-month site selection process, the company chose Tuscaloosa County, Alabama as the location for its $300 million plant.
Since putting roots down in Alabama in 1993, more than $12 million has been donated to the local North Alabama community, with a specific focus on families and the betterment of the region.
The City of Tuscaloosa, Mercedes-Benz U.S. International (MBUSI) and the State of Alabama held a ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Fire Station 11 on Friday, November 8, 2024.
The new fire station will enable Tuscaloosa Fire Rescue to provide fire protection services to MBUSI’s nearly one billion square foot battery plant, as well as to MBUSI’s original campus.
“This new fire station, and the increased public safety that comes with it, is a testament to what can be achieved for our community when we work together,” Mayor Walt Maddox said. “This wouldn’t have been possible without the partnership between the amazing team we have at the City, the State of Alabama, and MBUSI. I can’t thank these partners enough for making this day possible.”
Mercedes-Benz entities in the United States announced a donation of $500,000 to the American Red Cross to support disaster relief efforts in the wake of Hurricane Helene. The contribution underscores a steadfast commitment from Mercedes-Benz to positively impact communities where U.S. facilities and operations are located and where employees, dealers and customers live and work.
The funds will help the American Red Cross provide essential services such as shelter, food and emergency assistance to individuals and families across the Southeast affected by Hurricane Helene. Support from Mercedes-Benz will help the disaster relief organization remain focused on meeting the urgent needs of Hurricane Helene victims and help facilitate long-term recovery.
Over the last 10 years, Mercedes Benz U.S. International has partnered with Tuscaloosa Habitat for Humanity and Greater Birmingham Habitat for Humanity to build houses for those who have been effected by severe tragedy, whether a car wreck or a tornado. For 6 weeks every year, MBUSI team members take time out of their schedule to build a house with the same attention to quality and efficiency we put into our cars.
Learn more about MBUSI’s philanthropy efforts here.
Mercedes-Benz U.S. International has partnered with Vance Elementary School, Brookwood Middle School, and the Tuscaloosa Career & Technology Academy through the Adopt-A-School Initiative. This joint partnership between the Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama and the Tuscaloosa City and Tuscaloosa County School Systems allows MBUSI to support local education and invest in the future of our community by providing resources, mentorship, and opportunities for students to thrive.
Mercedes-Benz U.S. International has partnered with the University of Alabama on two key projects: the opening of the Alabama Mobility and Power (AMP) Center and the launch of the Translational Research Injury Prevention (TRIP) Lab. These partnerships reflect MBUSI's commitment to advancing electric vehicle development and enhancing safety research.
MBUSI offers 3 training programs for students - Mechatronics, TECH by Mercedes-Benz, and the Mercedes Youth Apprenticeship. All 3 programs offer students the opportunity to gain real world experience working on a production line at Mercedes-Benz Manufacturing Plant and tuition & fees supports.
