Karsan North American dealer Damera will open a e-bus assembly plant in Illinois, USA, to produce e-Jest and "additional models" - Sustainable Bus
Briefly

Damera Corporation will establish its first U.S. assembly plant in the Greater Peoria region of Illinois, investing over $31.5 million. This initiative, supported by the REV Illinois agreement, will create 90 full-time jobs. As the exclusive North American distributor of the Karsan e-Jest, a leading zero-emission minibus, Damera aims to expand its operations. The facility will house assembly lines, quality control, and battery assembly areas, reinforcing Illinois' goal to become a hub for electric vehicles and sustainable transport solutions.
Karsan North American dealer Damera Corporation is set to open its first U.S. assembly plant in Illinois, making a capital investment of over $31.5 million.
Damera Corporation plans to create 90 new full-time jobs and received a REV Illinois tax credit as part of the state's incentive package.
The Karsan e-Jest has been Europe's best-selling electric minibus for five consecutive years, showcasing its success and growing presence in North America.
Illinois has worked over the past six years to establish itself as a hub for electric vehicles, driving progress and innovation in the industry.
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