The new Infiniti Decherd Powertrain Plant is a partnership between the Renault-Nissan Alliance and Daimler AG as part of an ongoing global product sharing deal.

Infiniti Motor Company president Johan de said: ‘The opening of this new powertrain facility is an important step for Infiniti. It is the first step of our manufacturing expansion that will include the start of vehicle production in China later this year and in Europe next year.’

Construction of the $319m, 310,000-square foot facility began in May 2012. It incorporates a number of energy efficient design features, such as a heat-reflecting white roof and natural daytime lighting through use of a skylight grid.

Following the start of production, Infiniti is planning to increase the Decherd Powertrain Plant to its full production capacity of 250,000 engine units per annum.