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The latest in automotive factory investment, new plants and new facilities.

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Edge computing and AI: Transforming manufacturing at the source

2025-04-23T19:44:00+01:00By

In modern manufacturing, edge computing is becoming a game changer, enabling faster, more secure, and more efficient operations.

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Honda looks to master flexibility to futureproof production operations

2025-04-23T19:20:00+01:00By

Honda North America’s newly upgraded production operations in Ohio are going to be the OEM’s template for flexible production of ICE, hybrids and EVs on a single line.

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Will exports drive production growth across India?

2025-04-22T09:27:00+01:00By

Building on the rising value of vehicle exports and components, the Indian government wants 50% of vehicles made in India to be exported by 2030.

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Ambitious targets and big investments for India’s carmakers

2025-04-08T10:38:00+01:00By

After a period of downsizing or complete withdrawal by some foreign OEMs, investment in Indian production is on the rise again with the domestic vehicle makers leading the way.

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Skoda expands manufacturing operations with new Vietnam assembly plant

2025-03-28T18:24:00+00:00By

Skoda has officially begun local assembly of its Kushaq SUV and Slavia sedan at a newly established facility in Vietnam’s Quang Ninh province.

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Future-ready: BMW’s digital transformation of its Munich plant and beyond

2025-03-27T13:01:00+00:00By

BMW isn’t just adapting its product portfolio it’s reengineering the entire production operation, prioritising flexibility, digitalisation, and long-term operational efficiency.

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JAC expands Mexican plant to boost EV and truck output

2025-03-24T17:02:00+00:00By

JAC Motors is expanding its Mexican plant to raise output by 30% and build EVs, trucks and pickups, targeting 60,000 units and future-proofing local production

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Mazda’s Lean Asset Strategy: Driving efficiency in development and manufacturing

2025-03-18T10:40:00+00:00By

Mazda has unveiled its “Lean Asset Strategy,” reinforcing its multi-solution approach to electrification.

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India invests heavily in ambitious electric vehicle strategy

2025-03-17T19:45:00+00:00By

In the first of a series of articles on India’s burgeoning automotive industry, automotive analyst, Ian Henry looks at the country’s ambitious electric vehicle (EV) plans.

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India aims to become a global player in automotive manufacturing

2025-03-10T18:33:00+00:00By

India is potentially on the cusp of becoming a major global player in vehicle production. Whether it can achieve this status will become clear in the next couple of years. 

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Watch now: Digital Transformation at Inflection Point within Automotive Manufacturing

2025-03-10T10:23:00+00:00

In this livestream, Digital Transformation at Inflection Point within Automotive Manufacturing, an expert panel  gave insights to and discussed the results of the North American Automotive Manufacturing Digital Transformation Survey 2025.

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BMW plants prepare for a new era with Neue Klasse production

2025-03-06T17:44:00+00:00By

Even as BMW gears up production for its Neue Klasse electric vehicles, it is maintaining a highly flexible, mixed powertrain approach across its production network.

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US tariffs take effect in Canada, China and Mexico; tariffs on EU soon

2025-03-04T12:02:00+00:00

Trump’s 25% tariffs on Mexico & Canada are now in effect, while China faces a 20% import tax. Global markets react as automakers brace for higher costs and disruption.

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Honda upgrades production with advanced processes for 2026 Passport models

2025-03-04T09:43:00+00:00By

Innovative manufacturing enhances efficiency, quality, and ergonomics at Alabama Auto Plant.

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AMS/ABB Automotive Manufacturing Outlook Survey 2024 results

2025-02-24T11:44:00+00:00By

The AMS/ABB 2024 survey reveals key automotive manufacturing trends, from rising costs to trade disputes and the shift to smart factories.

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Honda North America’s big investment in flexible manufacturing for EVs, hybrid and ICE vehicles

2025-02-11T11:06:00+00:00By

Honda invests $1 billion in retooling its Ohio manufacturing plants to build ICE, hybrid, and EV models on same production line. 

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Mercedes-Benz introduces new paint finish to improve sustainability at Wörth plant

2025-02-05T08:00:00+00:00By

The Mercedes-Benz plant in Wörth is rolling out a new painting technology for its truck cabs, which is expected to cut energy consumption by up to 40%.

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Stellantis to revive Belvidere plant with $5bn US investments

2025-01-28T10:46:00+00:00By

Stellantis revives its Belvidere plant with a $5bn investment, creating 1,500 jobs, building new pickups and engines, and strengthening its US manufacturing footprint.

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JATCO opens new manufacturing facility to supply electric vehicle powertrains for Nissan’s Sunderland plant

2025-01-17T18:42:00+00:00By

Nissan and JATCO have secured a £50m investment deal, in partnership with the UK government, to create a new manufacturing plant in Sunderland.

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Dürr to supply BYD’s European EV plant: EU tariff evasion?

2025-01-16T12:07:00+00:00By

Dürr partners with BYD for its first European plant, supplying cutting-edge robots and sustainable painting tech for electric vehicle production in Hungary.

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