The logistics center will be 400,000 square feet and used for parts sequencing purposes. GM said the center is intended to cut costs and transportation between facilities. Regional plant manager Tony Francavilla said construction should be completed by September 2014.

Said Steven Cohen, director of community development for the city of Auburn Hills: “Ralco could have built this new facility anywhere in the Midwest, but they want to be here. That’s great news not only for the city of Auburn Hills but also the state of Michigan.”