04/07/2008 06:45. A trade publication is saying Alabama appears to be the frontrunner to land a new Volkswagen AG assembly plant.

Metal Bulletin, citing economic development sources, said Chattanooga remains in the running for the plant, though it could be under consideration for a Volkswagen engine plant.

A third contender in the race, Michigan, now appears out of the running, according to the publication. Volkswagen moved its U.S. headquarters out of... // Chattanooga Times Free Press