Volkswagen plans to add 800 workers at its plant in Chattanooga.
Company officials say they need the extra manpower because of strong demand for its Passat sedan.
The 800 new hires will a combination of assembly line workers and support staff.
More than 8,100 Passats were sold in February. Volkswagen says that the best month for the model since 2001.
These positions are in addition to 200 jobs announced earlier this year. VW has also announced plans for a parts warehouse in Roane County.
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