Manufacturing: Page 2

  • A Rivian R1T nears undergoes final assembly at the automaker's plant in Normal, Illinois.
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    Courtesy of Rivian Automotive
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    Rivian keeps production pace as it preps for plant retooling

    The startup’s CFO said the new technology at the facility will result in “significant cost savings.”

    By • April 9, 2024
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    Sean Gallup via Getty Images
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    Mercedes-Benz workers in Alabama file for UAW election

    A “supermajority” of the more than 5,000 autoworkers at the facility filed a petition with the National Labor Relations Board, the UAW announced Friday.

    By Kalena Thomhave and Haley Cawthon • April 5, 2024
  • A light green 2022 Ford Maverick hybrid pickup truck on a highway.
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    Courtesy of Ford Motor Co.
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    Ford to expand hybrid offerings, delay EV launches

    With demand for EVs decreasing, the automaker will focus on launching new hybrid models and upgrading its manufacturing facilities.

    By • April 5, 2024
  • The lineup of Tesla vehicles parked at a Supercharger with tress in the background in a media photo.
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    Courtesy of Tesla Inc.
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    Tesla deliveries fall to lowest level since 2020

    The automaker produced over 46,000 more vehicles than it delivered in Q1 2024.

    By • April 4, 2024
  • Jim Farley, CEO of Ford Motor Company, poses with the new all-electric F-150 Lightning performance truck.
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    Bill Pugliano via Getty Images
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    Ford CEO Jim Farley earned over $26M in 2023

    He’s the latest Detroit Three executive to receive record compensation.

    By • April 1, 2024
  • A cargo ship struck and collapsed the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore on March 26, 2024.
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    Tasos Katopodis via Getty Images
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    How auto supply chain managers can navigate the Baltimore port stoppages

    Automakers and suppliers should consider alternative port assessments and review their contracts and obligations, experts say.

    By Kelly Stroh • March 29, 2024
  • A rendering of a white building with a road and parking lot with cars and green landscape in front of it.
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    Retrieved from Lamar Johnson Collaborative on March 27, 2024.

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    BMW supplier investing $1.5B to expand South Carolina operations

    AESC is adding a second battery factory at the site, which will supply the automaker's EV assembly facility in Mexico.

    By Sara Samora • March 28, 2024
  • A red Hyundai Ioniq 6 electric sedan.
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    Courtesy of Hyundai Motor Group
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    Hyundai to invest billions in South Korea to boost EV production

    The automaker will also advance the development of software-defined vehicles and other technologies.

    By • March 28, 2024
  • Nissan President and Chief Executive Officer Makoto Uchida.
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    Courtesy of Nissan Motor Co. Ltd
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    Nissan’s new EV plan aims for significant cost reduction

    ‘The Arc’ plan includes launching new EVs, manufacturing improvements and the adoption of new technologies to boost global sales.

    By , • March 26, 2024
  • An employee assembles a vehicle at the Volkswagen Group's plant in Chattanooga, Tennessee, on Feb. 14, 2024.
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    Retrieved from Volkswagen Group of America on March 25, 2024
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    VW plant in Tennessee to hold UAW vote in April

    It’s the first nonunion auto plant to hold a United Auto Workers election since the union won major concessions from the Detroit Three automakers last fall, according to the UAW.

    By • March 25, 2024
  • Three 2023 Fisker Ocean SUVs parked side by side.
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    Courtesy of Fisker Inc.
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    Fisker’s future in doubt after deal with major automaker falls through

    The fledgling automaker had reportedly been in talks with Nissan Motor Corp.

    By • March 25, 2024
  • People in blue shirts and protective gear working in a factory line.
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    Courtesy of GKN Automotive.

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    GKN Automotive to shutter North Carolina facility

    The closure, part of the auto parts maker's reorganization plan, will impact 247 workers.

    By Sara Samora • March 21, 2024
  • The Apollo robot shown on the floor of a Mercedes-Benz manufacturing facility.
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    Courtesy of Apptronik
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    Mercedes-Benz to pilot humanoid robots in its manufacturing facilities

    The auto manufacturer plans to use the robots to perform physically demanding or repetitive tasks that are often more hazardous to humans.

    By • March 20, 2024
  • The 2024 Hyundai Palisade SUV parked outside with mountains in the background.
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    Courtesy of Hyundai Motor Group
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    IIHS makes top pick safety award tougher for automakers

    The changes to the 2024 award criteria are designed to encourage automakers to pursue higher levels of vehicle safety, IIHS said.

    By • March 19, 2024
  • The Fisker Ocean electric SUV.
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    Courtesy of Fisker, Inc.
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    Fisker to halt production, raise $150M with future in doubt

    The potential cash infusion and production stoppage could help the EV startup stay afloat as it seeks a partnership with a major automaker.

    By • March 18, 2024
  • Autoworkers assemble a battery pack for an electric vehicle at the Volkswagen Group's assembly plant in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
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    Courtesy of Volkswagen Group
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    VW plant in Tennessee seeks UAW vote, union says

    It’s the first non-union auto plant to ask for a union election since the United Auto Workers won major concessions from the Detroit Three automakers last fall.

    By • March 18, 2024
  • A landscape photo of the Thacker Pass land being developed by Lithium Americas in Nevada.
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    Courtesy of Lithium Americas
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    Biden administration boosts EV supply chain with $2B lithium loan

    The money will fund processing facilities at Lithium Americas’ upcoming Nevada project. General Motors has exclusive purchasing rights to all lithium production for up to 15 years.

    By Kate Magill • March 18, 2024
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    Courtesy of Panasonic Energy of North America.

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    Panasonic Energy, H&T Recharge sign battery can supply deal

    The EV battery maker's latest transaction is part of its goal to strengthen its supply chain in North America, the company said.

    By Sara Samora • March 14, 2024
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    Schaeffler to open $230M Ohio auto manufacturing plant

    The Dover facility will produce parts like electric axles for light- and medium-duty vehicles and is expected to be finished by 2025.

    By Joelle Anselmo • March 13, 2024
  • Two workers inspect an engine component at Toyota's engine plant in Missouri.
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    Courtesy of Toyota Motor North America
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    Autoworkers are trying to unionize a Toyota plant in Missouri, UAW says

    The Troy facility is the first Toyota plant to publicly announce its organizing efforts since the United Auto Workers launched its nationwide campaign, the labor union said.

    By • March 11, 2024
  • Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares and the automaker's South America COO Emanuele Cappellano pictured together in a press photo.
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    Stellantis invests 5.6B euros in South America

    The automaker plans to launch more than 40 new products through 2030, including vehicles powered by “Bio-Hybrid” powertrain technologies.

    By • March 11, 2024
  • A man in glasses in front of a white car and a screen on stage.
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    Phillip Faraone for Rivian via Getty Images
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    Rivian halts construction on $5B Georgia EV facility

    The electric vehicle maker plans to produce its R2 model at its Illinois facility instead, starting in the first half of 2026.

    By Sara Samora • March 8, 2024
  • Scout Motors held ground breaking ceremony on its $2 billion EV plant in Blythewood, South Carolina.
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    Courtesy of Scout Motors
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    Scout Motors breaks ground on $2B EV plant after environmental delays

    The automotive company plans to finish its South Carolina facility in 2026 after pausing construction in the fall of 2023.

    By Sebastian Obando • March 6, 2024
  • A 2024 Toyota Prius Limited driving.
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    Courtesy of Toyota Motor North America
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    Toyota to buy EV battery company, ending venture with Panasonic

    The automaker expects Primearth EV Energy Co. to help it respond to changes in demand for electrified vehicles.

    By • March 6, 2024
  • A white building surrounded by construction.
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    Courtesy of Hyundai Motor Group.

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    Hyundai moves up Georgia EV factory timeline

    The new plant will now begin production in Q4 of this year, months earlier than expected.

    By Sara Samora • March 5, 2024