Hyundai Translead raises its planned Will County investment to $600 million and 3,750 jobs
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Hyundai Translead expanded its planned investment in two Will County, Illinois, manufacturing facilities to a total of $600 million and 3,750 full-time jobs. The revised commitment adds a third production shift and increases the prior plan by $150 million and 1,250 jobs.
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