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South Carolina has been a magnet for automotive innovators since the early 1900s, beginning with the Anderson Motor Company of Rock Hill, the South’s first automobile manufacturer. This pioneering spirit continued with Milliken & Company in Spartanburg, which started producing specialized fabric for the seats and roofs of Henry Ford’s automobiles.
Today, South Carolina boasts a thriving and expanding automotive manufacturing cluster. It includes original equipment manufacturers, suppliers, specialty vendors, and cutting-edge research facilities. This vibrant ecosystem underscores the state’s long-standing commitment to driving automotive innovation and excellence.
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