Siemens eMobility is reportedly establishing its second manufacturing base in Carrollton, Texas, to fulfill the booming demand for electric vehicle chargers in the United States, as per Electrek.
“In the next decade, the US will need millions of chargers to support the rise in EV adoption. With this investment, Siemens is continuing to grow our US EV charging manufacturing footprint to help answer this call and continue preparing the nation’s infrastructure as we steadily head to an all-electric future.”
Head of Siemens eMobility North America, John DeBoer
Purpose of the Project
The 80,000-square-foot factory in Carrollton, Texas, is expected to handle the production ramp-up of Siemens’ electric vehicle chargers.
It will produce Siemens’ new level 2 VersiCharge Blue charger. Notably, the VersiCharge Blue charger was specifically built for the American market.
Furthermore, it adheres to the Buy American standards with compatibility to the following spaces: offices, hospitals, airports, schools, universities, parking lots, and garages.
Going back, this new EV charger manufacturing hub is slated to open by mid-2023, which can generate 100 job opportunities for Texas citizens.
Strategic location
As per the report, the Carrollton plant is a strategic location that can offer fast and easy access for other businesses near it. In fact, the company’s Grand Prairie factory is just near the Carrolton plant and its EV charging distribution hub in Southaven, Mississippi.
“We’re committed to bringing production closer to where it’s needed so we can meet the growing demand for EV chargers quickly while also creating high-skilled, quality manufacturing jobs and supporting regional supply chains.”
Head of Siemens eMobility North America, John DeBoer
Siemens eMobility has undoubtedly expanded its presence in the US market. It has penetrated North Carolina, Georgia, California, and South Carolina with its innovative efforts in providing electric vehicle chargers. In fact, it has also aided Electrify America with a $450 million fund with the collaboration of the German automaker Volkswagen.
