Manufacturing: Page 2


  • Pictured are Toyota Motor Corp. president Koji Sato (left), and Oliver Zipse, Chairman of the Board of Management of BMW, posing in front of a Toyota and BMW vehicle.
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    Toyota, BMW to co-develop and share a fuel cell system

    BMW Chairman Oliver Zipse called the partnership a “milestone in automotive history.”

    By Sept. 6, 2024
  • A red 2022 Ford Bronco traversing rocky terrain with snow visible on the ground.
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    Courtesy of Ford Motor Co.
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    Ford recalls over 90K vehicles for Ecoboost engine failures

    The recalled vehicles include six 2021-2022 Ford and Lincoln models equipped with either the 2.7L or 3.0L version of the engines.

    By Sept. 5, 2024
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    GM, Samsung SDI finalize $3.5B battery joint venture

    The two companies aim to start production at the Indiana plant in 2027, a year later than previously expected.

    By Aug. 29, 2024
  • Workers assemble an ATV at Honda's Swepsonville, North Carolina, facility.
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    Courtesy of Honda Motor Co.
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    Honda makes North Carolina home to its North American ATV production

    The company is investing more than $20 million in its Swepsonville, North Carolina, site as part of the move.

    By Kate Magill • Aug. 27, 2024
  • A row of Ford F-150 Lighting pickups parked inside the automaker's Rouge Electric Vehicle Center in Michigan.
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    Courtesy of Ford Motor Co.
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    Ford scraps electric SUV plans, delays next-generation truck

    The automaker is taking a $400 million hit as it shifts its electrification strategy yet again.

    By Aug. 21, 2024
  • Goodyear tires are displayed at a Goodyear Tire center September 23, 2005 in Wheeling, Illinois.
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    Tim Boyle via Getty Images
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    Goodyear to expand Ontario tire factory for CAD $575M

    The project, set to be complete by mid-2027, aims to meet growing demand in EV and all-terrain markets.

    By Joelle Anselmo • Aug. 20, 2024
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    Courtesy of Stellantis
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    UAW threatens Stellantis with nationwide strike

    The labor union said “tens of thousands” of workers are ready to file grievances over the company’s failure to keep product and investment commitments.

    By Aug. 20, 2024
  • An electric vehicle on an assembly line
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    Courtesy of Polestar
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    Polestar starts US production, skirting tariffs

    The South Carolina plant will manufacture the Polestar 3 electric SUV for North America and Europe.

    By Aug. 14, 2024
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    Magna plans Arizona factory

    The expansion in Mesa comes as delays at other plants impact the auto supplier’s projected sales.

    By Joelle Anselmo • Aug. 14, 2024
  • The 2024 Mazda CX-50.
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    Courtesy of Mazda North America
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    Mazda boosts US market share

    The automaker credited the growth to sales increases, dealer optimism and expanded production.

    By Aug. 12, 2024
  • The black colored steering wheel with the Nissan logo on the horn pad of a 2021 Nissan Rogue SUV.
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    Courtesy of Nissan North America, Inc.
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    NHTSA investigating Nissan Rogue for potential steering defect

    The safety probe follows an incident of inner tie rod failure on a low mileage 2021 model.

    By Aug. 12, 2024
  • Employees wearing safety vests at the Warren Truck Assembly Plant inspect a black Jeep Wagoneer after it emerges from the water test booth.
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    Courtesy of Stellantis
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    Stellantis plans mass layoffs at Warren Truck Plant

    The automaker warned up to 2,450 workers could be affected starting Oct. 8.

    By Aug. 12, 2024
  • The Figure 02 humanoid robot shown inside BMW's Plant Spartanburg production facility with machinery in the background.
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    Courtesy of BMW Group AG
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    BMW touts success of humanoid robot pilot at South Carolina plant

    The robots were able to insert sheet metal parts into fixtures, which were used to assemble the chassis of a vehicle.

    By Aug. 7, 2024
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    Scott Olson / Staff via Getty Images
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    Half of US companies plan to add new positions during remainder of 2024

    Hiring managers say they’re implementing proactive strategies to reach the best talent and stand out from other companies, a recent report shows.

    By Carolyn Crist • Aug. 7, 2024
  • NXP Semiconductors' headquarters building in Eindhoven, Netherlands.
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    NXP Semiconductors’ inventory woes persist amid slow auto demand

    The company's revenue was down last quarter as its plan to normalize inventory levels takes longer than expected. 

    By Kate Magill • Aug. 5, 2024
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    Courtesy of Addionics
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    GM Ventures leads $39M funding round for battery technology startup

    Addionics intends to use the funds to build its global workforce and expand manufacturing and commercialization efforts.

    By Aug. 1, 2024
  • The BMW manufacturing plant in San Luis Potosi, Mexico during the day in the desert.
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    Courtesy of BMW Group.

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    BMW plans 5 EV battery factories across 3 continents

    Assembly plants for the automaker’s sixth-generation, high-voltage batteries are under construction in the U.S., Germany, Hungary, China and Mexico.

    By July 31, 2024
  • A white Porsche driving on a windy road through rocky mountains
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    Courtesy of Porsche
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    Porsche supplier factory flood leads to aluminum shortage

    The automaker expects disruptions to continue for several weeks, possibly leading to a manufacturing shutdown for certain vehicle series.

    By Kelly Stroh • July 30, 2024
  • UAW workers hold picket signs outside GM's Missouri plant
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    GM resumes Missouri production after supplier strike

    UAW Local 282 members walked off the job at seat manufacturer Lear Corp. this week, forcing the automaker’s Wentzville Assembly plant to stop production.

    By July 26, 2024
  • A Ford F-150 Lightning electric pickup on the road.
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    Courtesy of Ford Motor Co.
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    Ford EV losses mount, weighing on profits

    The automaker has lost $2.5 billion on electric vehicles so far in 2024.

    By July 25, 2024
  • Two people discuss and train in a robotics plant.
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    Mentoring programs could help automakers build a future workforce

    Companies like Fastenal and TE Connectivity have launched successful mentorship and training options for current employees and emerging leaders.

    By Sakshi Udavant • July 22, 2024
  • A Volvo VNL on an overpass with city buildings in the background.
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    Courtesy of Volvo Group
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    Volvo to receive $208M to accelerate heavy-duty electric truck production

    The funds will modify plants in Maryland, Pennsylvania and Virginia, where Mack and Volvo will produce new equipment or powertrain components.

    By David Taube • July 22, 2024
  • The front grill showing a Ford badge on a dark blue 2022 Ford F- Series Super Duty pickup truck.
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    Courtesy of Ford Motor Co.
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    Ford investing $3B to expand Super Duty F-Series production

    The automaker aims to boost initial output by 100,000 vehicles a year.

    By July 18, 2024
  • A collection of people in business attire stand against a backdrop curtain in the middle of a barren area. They have shovels. They are shoving the shovels into the dirt.
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    Courtesy of VinFast
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    Construction project abandonments surge

    A growing number of developments are also delayed, including VinFast's $2 billion facility in North Carolina. 

    By Sebastian Obando • July 18, 2024
  • Pictured are Frank Blome, CEO of PowerCo, Jagdeep Singh, Co-founder & Chairman of QuantumScape, Dr. Siva Sivaram, CEO & president of QuantumScape, and Thomas Schmall, Volkswagen Group Board Member for Technology.
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    Volkswagen subsidiary PowerCo lands battery tech licensing deal

    QuantumScape says its solid state battery technology can allow an EV to travel up to 500,000 kilometers (roughly 311,000 miles) without any noticeable loss of range.

    By July 15, 2024