All North America articles – Page 6
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NewsAdditive manufacturing and simulation technologies: an agile and resilient powerhouse in engine development
Punch Torino elevates automotive engine production through collaboration with Markforged, a leader in additive manufacturing. This partnership fuels the creation of 3D-printed tools, including camshaft locking tools and simulation technology. By tackling crucial challenges and streamlining design iterations, the partnership achieves enhanced efficiency, cuts costs and contributes to the promotion of sustainable mobility within the automotive industry. Here’s how…
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ArticleManufacturing the solution to thermal runaway in EV batteries
At the core of ONE’s innovation lies a strategic inclination toward lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries over conventional lithium nickel manganese cobalt (NMC) chemistry. Emphasizing safety, extended cycle life, and cost efficiency, ONE confronts the looming challenge of thermal runaway – a pressing concern in lithium-ion batteries, with a chemical focus on three pivotal ingredients…
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NewsFord scales down planned Michigan EV plant, GM scraps EV target
Ford has downsized its planned EV plant in Marshall and GM has scrapped EV production targets as consumer EV demand dwindles.
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NewsGM secures ex-Tesla gigacasting specialist TEI: portents of a production pivot?
GM’s recent acquisition of TEI, a company with a notable history of collaboration with Tesla in pioneering gigacasting technology, has set the automotive industry abuzz. With an estimated value approaching $100m the strategic move may indicated GM’s positioning to bolster its manufacturing capabilities in gigacasting.
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NewsUAW workers ratify deals with GM, Ford and Stellantis
Members of the United Auto Workers union (UAW) have ratified the tentative deals with GM, Ford and Stellantis following weeks of strikes against the Detroit ‘Big Three’.
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NewsImpact of UAW strikes could leave suppliers at financial risk
Despite tentative deals, the impact of the UAW strikes on Ford, GM and Stellantis could have already put suppliers at financial risk.
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VideoFord’s Paul Stephens on EV opportunities and greenfield sites
Paul Stephens, Manufacturing and Transformation lead at Ford Motor Company discusses talent, technology and learning from past mistakes at Automotive Evolution North America 2023.
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NewsPolestar to expand production operations for the fully-electric Polestar 4 in South Korea
With production set to commence in the second half of 2025, the Polestar 4 will aim to make its mark in the North American and domestic South Korean markets.
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ArticleNew world order: How the US is boosting EV production with new technologies and investment
The US is leading the way in the transition to EVs, with significant government support to increase domestic battery production and new technologies.
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NewsBMW: ‘Flexibility is in our genes’
BMW, Mini and Rolls Royce are driving a tight electrification course. Nevertheless, the group remains open to drive diversity. In an interview, production director Milan Nedeljković talks about flexibility and the concept of the iFactory.
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NewsToyota’s $8 Billion investment powers North Carolina battery plant
Toyota’s $8 billion investment in North Carolina powers regional electrification efforts with plans to roll out ten EV/PHEV battery production lines
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VideoInterview with Greg Everly, Molex - Automotive Wire Harness & EDS Conference 2023
Automotive Wire Harness delegate Greg Everly, Molex, speaks about his experience of the conference and the most prominent issues facing the industry today.
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VideoInterview with Garrett McIntyre, APTIV - Automotive Wire Harness & EDS Conference 2023
Automotive Wire Harness delegate Garrett McIntyre, APTIV, speaks about the growth of the US Wire Harness & EDS Conference and the biggest challenges facing the automotive industry.
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VideoInterview with Micah Durham, Schleuniger North America - Automotive Wire Harness & EDS Conference 2023
Automotive Wire Harness delegate Micah Durham, Schleuniger North America, speaks about the growth of the US Wire Harness & EDS Conference and the biggest challenges facing the automotive industry.
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VideoInterview with William Bieniek, KOSTAL Connectors - Automotive Wire Harness & EDS Conference 2023
Automotive Wire Harness delegate William Bieniek, KOSTAL Connectors, speaks about the importance of the second Automotive Wire Harness Congress in Detroit for networking and addressing the challenges of electrification and rapid technology
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VideoInterview with Manuel Fey, Sonosystems - Automotive Wire Harness & EDS Conference 2023
Automotive Wire Harness delegate Manuel Fey, Sonosystems, speaks about the success and challenges in the Automotive Wire Harness industry
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VideoInterview with David Gonzalez, SE Bordenetze Mexico SA de CV - Automotive Wire Harness & EDS Conference 2023
Automotive Wire Harness delegate David Gonzalez, SE Bordenetze Mexico SA de CV, speaks about the importance of networking and new technologies in wire harness production
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VideoInterview with Home Mojal, Telsonic Solutions - Automotive Wire Harness & EDS Conference 2023
Automotive Wire Harness delegate Home Mojal,Telsonic Solutions, speaks about the success of the second edition of the conference and the importance of digitalization in the automotive industry
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VideoInterview with Thomas Mathews, APTIV - Automotive Wire Harness & EDS Conference 2023
Automotive Wire Harness delegate Thomas Mathews, speaks about the importance of collaboration in a disruptive marketplace
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VideoDelegate Interview with Jud Estes, Daimler Truck North America - Automotive Evolution North America 2023
Automotive Evolution North America delegate and speaker Jud Estes, Daimler Truck North America, spoke about his experiences at this year’s conference