HOLON Jacksonville autonomous shuttle factory is set to become the first U.S. production site for fully electric, self-driving “Mover” shuttles. On October 27, 2025, German mobility startup HOLON and U.S. partner InLight signed a term sheet to establish the facility in Jacksonville, Florida, marking a major step forward for urban autonomous transit in the U.S.
The factory will be located in Eastport Industrial Park, near Zoo Parkway. While groundbreaking is scheduled for April 2026, the agreement sets the stage for the U.S. launch of HOLON’s autonomous vehicle production.
Inside the Factory Plans
Facility size: 580,000 sq ft dedicated to shuttle assembly.
Vehicle capacity: 12–15 passengers; top speed ~37 mph.
Jobs: 150 direct positions; supply-chain and indirect roles could total 800+ jobs.
Production target: 5,000 shuttles annually at full scale.
Timeline: Construction begins April 2026; production expected in late 2027.
Purpose: Serve Jacksonville’s Ultimate Urban Circulator (U²C) and other urban mobility projects.
The factory is part of HOLON’s strategy to bring autonomous transit from prototype to scaled production. It combines German EV and AV expertise with U.S. manufacturing, creating one of Florida’s largest smart mobility investments.
Why the HOLON Jacksonville Autonomous Shuttle Factory Matters for U.S. Transit
The factory is a key step in reshoring autonomous vehicle production to the U.S. and expanding EV and AV supply chains. Cities nationwide are exploring electric, shared autonomous shuttles to reduce congestion and emissions. Jacksonville’s investment positions the city as a future mobility innovation hub, attracting talent, suppliers, and research opportunities.
Economically, the project is expected to generate $87 million annually in output once operational. During construction, total capital investment exceeds $200 million — a significant boost to local industry.
The Bigger Picture
HOLON’s U.S. factory illustrates how autonomous vehicle technology is transitioning from pilot projects to industrial-scale production. It aligns with broader trends in:
Sustainable urban transit: Electric, low-emission mobility solutions.
Smart city initiatives: Seamless integration of AVs into public transportation networks.
Advanced manufacturing in the U.S.: Attracting high-tech jobs and reshoring critical supply chains.
For Jacksonville residents and urban planners, this factory is more than a production site — it’s a vision of how cities move in the future.
The HOLON shuttle factory in Jacksonville joins other major U.S. mobility and EV initiatives, including Rivian, which resumed site-preparation work at its Stanton Springs North facility in Social Circle, Georgia, in August 2025.
Project Factsheet
Location: Jacksonville, Florida — Eastport Industrial Park / Zoo Parkway
Investment: $200 million+ construction; $87 million annual economic output
Facility size: 580,000 sq ft
Jobs: 150+ direct; 800+ including supply chain
Vehicle: “Mover” autonomous shuttle, 12–15 passengers, 37 mph
Timeline: Term sheet signed Oct 27, 2025; groundbreaking Apr 2026; production late 2027
Purpose: Serve U²C program and other urban mobility initiatives
Significance: First U.S. production facility for HOLON autonomous shuttles
