E-Cite Motors to Expand U.S. Manufacturing and Increase Domestic Component Sourcing Amid Favorable Economic Conditions and Rising Tariffs
E-Cite Motors (OTC:VAPR) has announced a strategic expansion of its U.S.-based manufacturing and sourcing operations for its RJ, RT, and GT electric vehicle models. The company will transition the production of key components including body panels, lighting systems, wheels, battery enclosures, chassis systems, and advanced glazing to domestic suppliers. This decision is driven by increasing import tariffs, a strengthening U.S. economy, and growing consumer demand for American-made vehicles.
The expansion aims to optimize supply chains, reduce delivery times, and enhance production flexibility. E-Cite will continue leveraging partnerships with OEM suppliers and Mega Factory infrastructure to scale production efficiently. The company plans to announce full details of expanded U.S. assembly operations later this quarter.
E-Cite Motors (OTC:VAPR) ha annunciato un'espansione strategica delle sue operazioni di produzione e approvvigionamento negli Stati Uniti per i modelli di veicoli elettrici RJ, RT e GT. L'azienda trasferirà la produzione di componenti chiave, tra cui pannelli della carrozzeria, sistemi di illuminazione, ruote, alloggiamenti per batterie, sistemi di telaio e vetri avanzati, a fornitori nazionali. Questa decisione è motivata dall'aumento delle tariffe di importazione, dal rafforzamento dell'economia statunitense e dalla crescente domanda di veicoli prodotti negli USA.
L'espansione mira a ottimizzare le catene di approvvigionamento, ridurre i tempi di consegna e migliorare la flessibilità produttiva. E-Cite continuerà a sfruttare le collaborazioni con fornitori OEM e l'infrastruttura Mega Factory per aumentare la produzione in modo efficiente. L'azienda prevede di annunciare i dettagli completi delle operazioni di assemblaggio negli Stati Uniti entro la fine di questo trimestre.
E-Cite Motors (OTC:VAPR) ha anunciado una expansión estratégica de sus operaciones de fabricación y abastecimiento en Estados Unidos para sus modelos de vehículos eléctricos RJ, RT y GT. La compañía trasladará la producción de componentes clave, incluyendo paneles de carrocería, sistemas de iluminación, ruedas, carcasas de baterías, sistemas de chasis y cristales avanzados, a proveedores nacionales. Esta decisión está impulsada por el aumento de los aranceles de importación, el fortalecimiento de la economía estadounidense y la creciente demanda de vehículos fabricados en Estados Unidos.
La expansión tiene como objetivo optimizar las cadenas de suministro, reducir los tiempos de entrega y mejorar la flexibilidad en la producción. E-Cite continuará aprovechando las asociaciones con proveedores OEM y la infraestructura de Mega Factory para escalar la producción de manera eficiente. La compañía planea anunciar los detalles completos de las operaciones de ensamblaje en EE.UU. más adelante en este trimestre.
E-Cite Motors (OTC:VAPR)는 미국 내 제조 및 조달 운영을 전략적으로 확장한다고 발표했습니다. 이번 확장은 RJ, RT, GT 전기차 모델의 주요 부품 생산을 바디 패널, 조명 시스템, 휠, 배터리 인클로저, 섀시 시스템, 첨단 글레이징 등 국내 공급업체로 전환하는 것을 포함합니다. 이 결정은 증가하는 수입 관세, 강해지는 미국 경제, 그리고 미국산 차량에 대한 소비자 수요 증가에 따른 것입니다.
이번 확장은 공급망 최적화, 납기 단축, 생산 유연성 향상을 목표로 합니다. E-Cite는 OEM 공급업체 및 Mega Factory 인프라와의 파트너십을 계속 활용하여 효율적으로 생산 규모를 확대할 계획입니다. 회사는 이번 분기 내에 미국 내 조립 운영 확대에 대한 자세한 내용을 발표할 예정입니다.
E-Cite Motors (OTC:VAPR) a annoncé une expansion stratégique de ses opérations de fabrication et d'approvisionnement basées aux États-Unis pour ses modèles de véhicules électriques RJ, RT et GT. L'entreprise va transférer la production de composants clés tels que les panneaux de carrosserie, les systèmes d'éclairage, les roues, les boîtiers de batterie, les systèmes de châssis et le vitrage avancé vers des fournisseurs nationaux. Cette décision est motivée par l'augmentation des droits de douane à l'importation, le renforcement de l'économie américaine et la demande croissante des consommateurs pour des véhicules fabriqués aux États-Unis.
Cette expansion vise à optimiser les chaînes d'approvisionnement, réduire les délais de livraison et améliorer la flexibilité de production. E-Cite continuera de tirer parti de ses partenariats avec les fournisseurs OEM et l'infrastructure Mega Factory pour augmenter la production de manière efficace. L'entreprise prévoit d'annoncer les détails complets des opérations d'assemblage étendues aux États-Unis plus tard ce trimestre.
E-Cite Motors (OTC:VAPR) hat eine strategische Erweiterung seiner in den USA ansässigen Fertigungs- und Beschaffungsaktivitäten für seine elektrischen Fahrzeugmodelle RJ, RT und GT angekündigt. Das Unternehmen wird die Produktion wichtiger Komponenten wie Karosseriebleche, Beleuchtungssysteme, Räder, Batteriekästen, Fahrwerksysteme und fortschrittliche Verglasungen auf inländische Zulieferer verlagern. Diese Entscheidung wird durch steigende Importzölle, eine starke US-Wirtschaft und die wachsende Nachfrage der Verbraucher nach in den USA hergestellten Fahrzeugen getrieben.
Die Erweiterung zielt darauf ab, Lieferketten zu optimieren, Lieferzeiten zu verkürzen und die Produktionsflexibilität zu erhöhen. E-Cite wird weiterhin Partnerschaften mit OEM-Lieferanten und der Mega Factory-Infrastruktur nutzen, um die Produktion effizient zu skalieren. Das Unternehmen plant, die vollständigen Details der erweiterten US-Montagearbeiten im Laufe dieses Quartals bekannt zu geben.
- Strategic shift to domestic production reduces exposure to import tariffs
- Supply chain optimization expected to reduce delivery times and enhance production flexibility
- Partnership with OEM suppliers and Mega Factory infrastructure enables scaling without traditional capital burdens
- Strengthening U.S. economy and rising consumer confidence support growth potential
- Significant operational changes may require substantial initial investment
- Transition to new domestic suppliers could temporarily disrupt production
- Higher domestic manufacturing costs may impact margins
E-Cite to Accelerate U.S. Production of Key Components Including Body Panels, Wheels, and Lighting for Its RJ, RT, and GT Models in Response to Tariff Pressures and Economic Tailwinds
BOTHELL, WA / ACCESS Newswire / May 6, 2025 / Innovative EV Technologies, Inc. formerly VaporBrands International, Inc. dba E-Cite Motors Group, (OTC PINK:VAPR) an innovative low-volume automobile manufacturer, today announced a strategic expansion of its U.S.-based manufacturing and sourcing operations. The decision comes in response to favorable shifts in economic indicators, a strengthening domestic market, and evolving global trade dynamics.
Citing increasingly punitive tariffs on imported auto components and growing consumer demand for American-made vehicles, E-Cite Motors will increase its commitment to U.S. suppliers and production facilities across key vehicle categories, including its cutting-edge electric models.
"As the economic environment in the United States becomes more conducive to advanced manufacturing, E-Cite is proud to be able to bring more of our production home," said Barry Henthorn, CEO of E-Cite Motors. "This move isn't just about responding to tariffs - it's about investing in American innovation, resilience, and workforce."
Key Drivers Behind the Expansion:
Tariff Strategy: Recent increases in import tariffs on key vehicle components have made domestic sourcing more economically viable.
Strengthening U.S. Economy: With interest rates stabilizing and consumer confidence on the rise, E-Cite views the American market as a fertile ground for growth.
Supply Chain Optimization: Nearshoring critical components will reduce delivery times, mitigate risk, and enhance production flexibility.
Brand Value & Consumer Trust: "Made in the USA" continues to hold strong appeal among environmentally and economically conscious buyers.
The company will immediately begin transitioning the sourcing of several key components including body panels, lighting systems, and wheels, to domestic suppliers for its RJ and RT Truck/SUV platforms, as well as its flagship American sports car, the GT. Additionally, battery enclosures, chassis systems, and advanced glazing for the GT will also shift to U.S.-based manufacturing partners. E-Cite is in the final stages of planning expanded U.S. assembly operations, with full details to be announced later this quarter.
As part of its broader growth strategy, E-Cite will continue leveraging partnerships with leading OEM suppliers, including access to Mega Factory infrastructure, to scale production without the traditional capital burdens of a legacy automaker.
Innovative EV Technologies dba E-Cite Motors
www.ecitemotors.com (OTC PINK:VAPR) is a publicly traded company based in Bothell, WA that is developing for manufacturing, state of the art electric and ICE vehicles utilizing the latest in technologies with a flare of some of the iconic autos of the past. Innovative (VAPR) acquired
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Innovative EV Technologies dba E-Cite Motors
ceo@ecitemotors.com
SOURCE: Innovative EV Technologies dba E-Cite Motors
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