Mercedes-Benz confirms it will manufacture a new core-segment vehicle at its Tuscaloosa, Alabama plant.
The move is part of the brand’s strategy to offset the financial impact of increased U.S. tariffs on imported vehicles.
Though not officially confirmed, the new model is likely to be the next-generation GLC SUV, a top-seller in the U.S.
Production of the new model is scheduled to begin by 2027, aligning with Mercedes-Benz’s long-term market strategy.
This decision highlights the brand’s pivot toward localized manufacturing to ensure price stability and supply chain security.
As global trade dynamics shift, Mercedes-Benz is positioning itself for resilience in the evolving automotive landscape.
Mercedes-Benz is steering toward a future of smarter, localized production — with Alabama at the center of it all.