South Carolina top exporter of tires and completed passenger motor vehicles nation-wide

South Carolina is the top exporter of tires and completed passenger motor vehicles in the nation.

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)— South Carolina is the top exporter of tires and completed passenger motor vehicles in the nation.

According to data from the U.S. Department of Commerce, the state’s 2022 export sales totaled $31.5 billion, up 6% over 2021.

In a press release provided to ABC Columbia News, Governor Henry McMaster says, “The world wants what South Carolinians are making, as evidenced by South Carolina’s boost in 2022 trade numbers. From tires to passenger vehicles, our industries are making their mark on the world stage as international markets continue to realize the value and craftsmanship of South Carolina-made goods.”

Notable 2022 export statistics include:

• For the ninth year in a row, South Carolina remains the national leader in the export of completed passenger vehicles, with sales topping $10.1 billion.
• For the seventh year in a row, South Carolina remains the national leader in the export of tires, with sales exceeding $1.7 billion.
• Canada was the number one export market for South Carolina-made products and services, accounting for over $4.4 billion in sales.
• South Carolina exports reached 196 countries across six continents.