Mercedes-Benz is investing around $500 million to build a new van plant in the United States.
The plant, located in Charleston, South Carolina, will make the next-generation Sprinter for the North American market.
Located on the total area of more than 200 acres, the plant will include a completely new body shop, a paint shop and an assembly line.
Construction of the new factory is scheduled to begin in 2016.
“The new Sprinter plant in the United States is essential for Mercedes-Benz Vans, as the large van segment is expected to grow rapidly in North America over the next few years,” the automaker said in a statement.
Source: Mercedes
