What’s the coolest thing made in Tennessee?
The Coolest Thing Made in Tennessee competition aims to highlight the state’s vibrant manufacturing industry. The contest not only brings attention to all the cool things made in Tennessee, but also the outstanding career opportunities available in manufacturing—an industry that employees one in 8 people in the state and contributes over $70 billion to the economy!
Meet the 2026 Nominees
What’s the coolest thing made in Tennessee?
The Coolest Thing Made in Tennessee competition aims to highlight the state’s vibrant manufacturing industry. The contest not only brings attention to all the cool things made in Tennessee, but also the outstanding career opportunities available in manufacturing—an industry that employees one in 8 people in the state and contributes over $70 billion to the economy!
Meet the 2026 Nominees
Popular Voting Begins July 15
Thank you to everyone who nominated a product as the Coolest Thing Made in Tennessee! Visit our Nominees page to meet them all and prepare for voting to begin!
Meet the 2026 Nominees
Congratulations to the 2025 Winner!
Over 100 fantastic products were nominated and over 95,000 votes were cast across the entire contest. Congratulations to the McNeilus® Volterra™ ZSL™ for being named the 2025 Coolest Thing Made in Tennessee!
View 2025 Winner
About Coolest Thing Made in TN
The Coolest Thing Made in Tennessee seeks to showcase all the phenomenal products that are manufactured across our state. From food and beverage products to motor vehicles and parts, appliances, machinery and more, Tennessee is a true leader in the manufacturing industry.
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Manufacturing by the Numbers
Tennessee • 2023
330,300
Employed
$53 billion
Total Economic Output
$16.0 billion
Goods Exported
$82,000+
Annual Earnings
for MFG Employees
Data supplied by National Association of Manufacturers
