Hyundai plans to add 500K vehicles to annual North American production; Anniston receives grant to restore Freedom Center

Hyundai plans to add 500,000 vehicles to annual North American production

Industry website Thomasnet is reporting that Hyundai plans to add 500,000 vehicles per year to its North American production capacity, which includes its facility in Montgomery. That comes on the heels of reports that the company plans a $500 million investment in its Alabama operations. — AL.com

Anniston receives grant to restore Freedom Center

The city of Annison has been awarded a $750,000 grant to restore three historic buildings planned for the Anniston Freedom Center. The buildings are across from the Greyhound bus station that was connected to the 1961 Freedom Rides. — ABC 33/40