A number of East Tennesseans have auto industry related jobs in counties like Blount and Hamblen.
A new report is once again naming Tennessee are number one in the country for that kind of industry. “Business Facilities” lists Tennessee as number one in the nation for automotive manufacturing strength.
In all, more than 860 automotive suppliers, original equipment manufacturers and ancillary manufacturers are located in Tennessee.
Those locations include places like Denso in Maryville. Tennessee also earned honors for economic growth potential and business climate.
For more information on the honor or to see the other states that made the list, visit the Business Facilities website.