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Honda Plans Union County, Ohio, Manufacturing Operations

11/11/2026
Automotive manufacturer Honda plans to establish operations in Union County, Ohio. The approximately $3 billion investment is expected to create more than 2,000 jobs.

The investment will include the construction of a new manufacturing facility, located between the company’s existing Marysville and East Liberty sites, that will have an annual production capacity of 240,000 vehicles, comprising of hybrid-electric, gasoline-powered and battery-electric vehicles. Operations are scheduled to begin in 2029, pending government approvals.

“Ohio and its workforce have laid the groundwork that has written some of the most impactful chapters in Honda’s story of growth and innovation,” said American Honda Motor Co. Executive Vice President Bob Nelson. “This investment reflects our commitment to building products close to our customers, and our confidence in the people, partners and communities of Ohio.”

To support the project, the Ohio Tax Credit Authority approved tax credit assistance. Honda also plans to pursue additional support from JobsOhio, with details to be announced following a final agreement.

“This latest investment reinforces the state’s position at the forefront of the automotive industry’s future. With the nation’s second-largest auto manufacturing workforce and a robust supplier network at the heart of the North American auto market, Ohio is the ideal destination for Honda’s first greenfield auto assembly facility of this scale in Ohio in more than 35 years,” noted JobsOhio President and CEO J.P. Nauseef. “Honda isn’t just investing in a new facility. It’s doubling down on our people, our manufacturing strength, and the next generation of workers who will build the future of the automotive industry.”

Honda Motor Co. specializes in the design, engineering and manufacturing of automobiles, motorcycles, power equipment and mobility technologies. The company's North American manufacturing operations produce passenger vehicles, engines, transmissions and hybrid-electric powertrain systems.

“Honda’s long history in Union County got us to the starting line,” added One Columbus Chief Economic Development Officer and President Jonas Peterson. “The Region won this investment by demonstrating the skilled workforce, manufacturing know-how, and regional collaboration Honda needs to build its future. The message is unmistakable: the next generation of Honda has a home in the Columbus Region.”

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