BMW US Factory Spartanburg, Lattitude/Longitude 34.893056, -82.178333 |
BMW's only American factory is a marvel of the blending of modern engineering and design aesthetics. See for yourself how the ultimate driving machine is built during a guided plant tour. Or take a self-guided journey through time and all things BMW at the beautiful Zentrum museum, where you can explore BMW's dynamic history as one of the world's finest automakers. For the enthusiast, it's the ultimate backstage pass. Take a self-guided trip through the world of BMW to experience exhibits that both astonish and inspire. Take a historical walk to see BMW's numerous milestones in both racing and touring vehicles. View rare and important vehicles from BMW's past. You can also explore what's current in BMW, with exhibits that feature state-of-the-art technologies in transportation safety and the latest in environmental engineering with the Hydrogen Car. Tour the entire factory to learn how we make sure every seal, every coat of paint, and every detail is perfectly executed. From the initial weld to the final inspection, here you can see the entire production process that all X5s and x6s must go through before they meet the open road. |
Bowling Green Corvette Plant Bowling Green, Lattitude/Longitude 37.0088788, -86.3737523 |
Watch the fascinating assembly process of America's favorite sports car, the Chevrolet Corvette, in a one mile walking tour. Observe as robots weld the steel structure and our dedicated workforce adds parts in Trim and Chassis. See an engineering marvel as the chassis and body come together in "marriage." Witness the birth of new Corvettes at First Start and the thrilling drive off the end of the line. We are a handicapped accessible facility. |
Ford Rouge Factory Dearborn, Lattitude/Longitude 42.3004, -83.233769 |
Ford Rouge Factory Tour is a self-guided five-part experience that Legacy Theater Art of Manufacturing Theater Observation Deck Tour Assembly Plant Walking Tour Legacy Gallery |
General Motors Flint Assembly Plant Flint, Lattitude/Longitude 42.9671768, -83.7125904 |
Tours are no longer available for the rest of 2012 |
Hyundai Montgomery, Lattitude/Longitude 32.277891, -86.322302 |
On April 2, 2002, Hyundai Motor Company (HMC), Korea's largest automotive manufacturer, announced it would construct a $1 billion automotive assembly and manufacturing plant in Montgomery, Ala. On April 12, 2002, Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama, LLC (HMMA) was incorporated. Chung Mong-koo, chairman and chief executive officer of Hyundai Kia Automotive Group, and AlabamaGovernor, Bob Riley, gathered with elected officials on Friday, May 20, 2005 to celebrate the grand opening of Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama, LLC (HMMA). ?This new manufacturing facility reaffirms Hyundai? commitment toward investing in the U.S. economy, as well as its commitment toward U.S. consumers,? said Chairman Chung. ?American consumers have recognized Hyundai?s quality, and this plant will enable us to better serve them.? The 2-million square-foot manufacturing plant resides on 1,744 acres of land and includes a stamping facility, paint shop, vehicle assembly shop, a two-mile test track and an engine shop, where the all-new Hyundai 3.3-liter V6 engine is produced. In May 2005, the facility marked the official start of production with its first saleable 2006 Sonata. HMMA will produce 300,000 vehicles per year at full capacity. This new factory built in 2003 and full of robots is so impressive it was featured on the History Channel's Modern Marvels. |
Mercedes-Benz U.S.International Tuscaloosa, Lattitude/Longitude 33.189714, -87.257936 |
The Mercedes-Benz Visitor Center showcases the history, quality, safety, and innovation of Mercedes-Benz. Upon reserving a Factory Tour, you will start at the Visitor Center Museum and be welcomed by your guide, who will remain with you throughout your visit. You'll get a chance to see how the M-Class is built, from the first weld to the finishing touches with a guided walking tour of the Factory. |
Nissan Smyrna, Lattitude/Longitude 35.9624810, -86.4952330 |
Located in Smyrna, Tennessee, NNA's first U.S. manufacturing operation is widely recognized as one of the most productive vehicle assembly plants in the world. The Smyrna plant, which covers 5.2 million square feet, and produces the Pathfinder, JX, Altima, Altima Coupe, Maxima, and the Leaf is coming soon. |
Oliver Travel Trailers Hohenwald, Lattitude/Longitude 35.5683641, -87.5212078 |
The Oliver family started manufacturing fiberglass travel trailers in 2007 and the goal was to build the best travel trailers on the market. Fast forward to 2020 and we believe we have not only accomplished this goal but also far surpassed it! We have engineered our unique double-shelled fiberglass and composite hull to last a lifetime. Our design and specifications provide ease of towing, low maintenance, superior insulation for all seasons camping, durability and strength. Our 2020 models are built so well that we're all confident you will not only love your Ollie but you will look at like it like family heirloom, hence the name Legacy Elite. You can search high and low and you will quickly find that the Oliver is one of a kind. The best way to truly understand our manufacturing process and see what makes Olivers so special is to take a factory tour of our manufacturing facility. We want you to get the most out of your factory tour so we suggest you eat before and bring a water bottle so you can stay hydrated. Factory Tours need to be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance and are only available Monday through Friday at 9 AM or 1 PM CST. |
Shelby American, Inc. Las Vegas, Lattitude/Longitude 36.277658, -115.017505 |
Back in the 1960's Shelby American, Inc. produced the legendary Cobra. With its 289 cubic inch Ford powerplant the Cobra dominated on the racetrack and won the FIA World Manufacturer's Championship. Later with the introduction of the awesome 427 S/C the Cobra dominated public streets. In October 1998, Shelby American opened its newest manufacturing facility at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway's Research and Development Center. Carroll Shelby finally has a testing ground right outside the factory! From this new state of the art facility we are producing our new lines of the Cobra 427 S/C (CSX4000-Series) and Cobra 289 FIA (CSX7000-Series) component vehicles along with our new Series 1 roadster (CSX5000-Series). Each car is numbered and the Series 1 production will be limited to only 500 vehicles in order to keep its investment value as high as possible. Strategic alliances and our vast Cobra and Series 1 dealer networks give consumers easy access to our products. We are also able to deliver those products at a much higher rate because of streamlined production techniques that don't sacrifice any of the hand-crafted quality you've come to expect from the name Shelby. If you find yourself in the Las Vegas area, please feel free to drop by for a visit. Our museum showcases our latest creations as well as a variety of vintage Shelby automobiles including the original 1962 Cobra that started it all. We offer tours every weekday at 10:30. We also have official Shelby merchandise available in our store including special items autographed by the legend himself, Carroll Shelby. Our knowledgeable staff is always on-hand to answer any questions you may have about our company or our cars. You may look through our website or contact us via e-mail for more information. |
Subaru of Indiana Automotive (SIA) Lafayette, Lattitude/Longitude 40.3815680, -86.7999210 |
Subaru of Indiana Automotive, Inc. has been the home of the North American Subaru production since 1989. SIA employs over 6,000 people, and every SIA Associate is committed to quality, safety, and environmental stewardship. |
Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Kentucky, Inc Georgetown, Lattitude/Longitude 38.2099, -84.559344 |
From 1990 through 2002, over 300,000 people have toured the facilities at Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Kentucky, Inc. Visitors have come from as far away as Australia, and from all over the United States, but most of the visitors are Kentuckians. To enhance the existing tour program, TMMK opened an 11,500-square-foot Visitor Center in June 1994. The state-of-the-art Visitor Center offers both visual and hands-on experiences to inform visitors about TMMK. Interactive computer activities, exhibits, TMMK model displays, and production and teamwork videos are designed to showcase the Toyota Production System, Toyota Quality, and the Toyota team concept. |
Volkswagen Chattanooga, Lattitude/Longitude 35.0769535, -85.132749 |