State Rep. Graham Filler announced an incentive by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation will go to support the MAHLE Engine Components USA facility in St. Johns. MAHLE, one of the largest worldwide auto suppliers with a parent company based in Stuttgart, Germany, will shut down a Pennsylvania facility and relocate assembly to their St. Johns location. The project will receive a $186,000 performance-based grant from the Michigan Business Development Program, part of the MEDC’s Michigan Strategic Fund.

“This investment is a positive reflection of the business environment our residents have cultivated in the community,” Filler said. “Projects like these are a testament to the citizens of St. Johns and the surrounding area – their strong work ethic and hardworking nature drives our local economy forward. I commend MAHLE for choosing St. Johns and thank the MEDC for their support in this effort.”

St. Johns was chosen over alternative sites in Tennessee and Mexico. All told, the project is expected to generate a total of $2.9 million in private investment and create 25 new jobs.