Audi to build first US manufacturing plant in Georgia
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Audi / Donald Trump
Georgia, USA
October 25, 2026
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Audi plans to invest $4.2 billion in a new manufacturing facility in Georgia. The plant is expected to produce 200,000 vehicles annually. The announcement was made by President Donald Trump during a campaign event.
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