Date of Publication July 16, 2025
Publication: Automotive Logistics
Vehicle Protection Structures: Hail and half of Georgia
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Vehicle Protection Structures: Hail and half of Georgia
July.17.2025
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Overview of article
VPS partnered with Kia to install a large-scale solar-integrated canopy at Kia’s West Point, Georgia plant, following a major hailstorm that damaged over 13,000 vehicles. The structure provides critical hail protection while generating up to 10% of the plant’s electricity through a 10+ MW solar array. This innovative solution supports Kia’s sustainability goals and sets a new standard for combining vehicle protection with renewable energy at manufacturing facilities.
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Key Points
• VPS installed a 297,300 m² solar canopy at Kia’s West Point, GA plant, providing hail protection and generating over 10 MW of renewable energy—enough to power 10% of the facility.
• The project helps prevent costly weather-related vehicle damage and supports Kia’s RE100 commitment to use 100% renewable energy by 2040.
• The solar structure qualifies for a 30% federal tax credit under the Inflation Reduction Act, delivering both environmental and financial benefits.
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