Automation – Page 6
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NewsStellantis’ Vauxhall factory closure sparks UK EV policy debate
Stellantis to close Vauxhall Luton plant, affecting 1,100 jobs. The move highlights challenges in EV adoption and calls for UK policy reform.
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NewsBMW pivots to hydrogen logistics for sustainable production
BMW Regensburg adopts hydrogen-powered logistics to boost sustainability and streamline operations, cutting energy use and saving valuable production space.
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NewsHonda sets up a demonstration production line for all-solid-state batteries
Honda’s demonstration production line will support development for the mass production of solid-state batteries.
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NewsStellantis launches, new multi-energy platform for body-on-frame trucks and SUVs
Stellantis has launched its STLA Frame platform which supports ICE, hybrid, hydrogen, battery electric and range-extender electric vehicle powertrains.
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NewsBMW gears up for electric shift with Neue Klasse trials
BMW’s debrecen plant readies for series production with test runs of Neue Klasse x model, marking a step forward in its electric transformation.
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ArticleBMW conquers Mexico with sustainable production
BMW’s San Luis Potosí plant in Mexico is a benchmark in sustainable, flexible automotive production. With innovations like near-zero water waste and preparation for electric vehicle production, it’s driving a green future while maintaining global quality standards.
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NewsAsahi Kasei breaks ground on Canada lithium-ion battery separator plant
The new lithium-ion battery separator facility in Port Colborne, Ontario, Canada will operate as a joint venture with Honda and is expected to begin commercial production in 2027.
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NewsBMW strengthens EV future with Wackersdorf battery centre
BMW’s new Wackersdorf battery testing centre sharpens the OEM’s electric vehicle development, boosting sustainability and quality in automotive manufacturing.
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NewsHenning Habicht appointed Head of Volkswagen Chattanooga Operations
Habicht takes over from Chris Glover, who will retire in January 2025 after more than three decades with Volkswagen, including a three-year stint at Chattanooga.
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Video’We want to be there as a player in future technologies, future industries.’ Automotive Evolution North America
Hiroyuki Natsume from Kistler talks about his experience at Automotive Evolution North Amercia 2024 and why it is so important for his company to be present at these conferences.
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Video‘An opportunity hear from the local Detroit automotive manufacturing industry’ Automotive Evolution North America
Patrick Hillberg from Oakland University talks about his experience at Automotive Evolution North Amercia 2024.
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NewsRivian and Volkswagen Group JV to create electric architectures and software
The new joint venture (JV), will see engineers from both partners developing software and electronics architectures and scale the electric vehicle platforms and architectures.
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VideoZF’s Fernando Bera on data-driven efficiency in smart factory transformation
Leveraging real-time data and prioritising people are central to ZF’s smart factory strategy, explains Fernando Bera at AMS Evolution NA 2024.
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VideoGestamp’s Paul Belanger on cost reduction strategies through giga-stamping and collaboration
Reducing production costs and fostering early collaboration are essential for affordable EV production, says Gestamp’s Paul Belanger.
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VideoStellantis’ Jeremy Keating on embedding lean across the organisation for efficiency
Embedding lean practices across all departments and fostering early-stage collaboration are essential for Stellantis’ manufacturing efficiency, says Jeremy Keating.
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VideoStellantis’ Asif Khan on lean manufacturing for cost control and profitability
Implementing lean practices and combining digital tools with workforce engagement are essential for efficient automotive manufacturing, says Stellantis’ Asif Khan.
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NewsNissan cuts jobs, Mitsubishi stake & reshapes EV strategy: Losses
Nissan faces a challenging quarter with ¥9.3 billion losses and 9,000 jobs cut as it revises production and adjusts alliances to stabilise the business.
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ArticleAMS Automotive Evolution: Reducing costs, fast-tracking development, embracing change
The AMS Automotive Evolution conference in Detroit brought together leading car makers and tier suppliers to discuss managing production operations as the EV transition continues.
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ArticleHow North America aims to make EVs affordable for the masses
Automakers explore ways to cut costs by up to 50% to make EVs affordable, embracing advanced manufacturing, automation, and collaboration to scale up sustainable mobility
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VideoToyota’s Jaime Moore on the evolving role of engineers in automotive manufacturing
Building agile engineering teams and fostering early collaboration are vital for innovative automotive manufacturing, says Toyota’s Jaime Moore.