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VW adopts Dassault’s AI-driven cloud platform for vehicle development

2025-02-11T10:30:00+00:00By

Volkswagen will implement Dassault Systèmes’ AI-driven 3DEXPERIENCE cloud platform to accelerate software-defined vehicle development and streamline processes.

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Audi wants to define new standards for AI image processing

2025-02-04T10:16:00+00:00By

Audi is driving AI innovation in vehicle production with advanced image processing, eliminating errors and setting new quality benchmarks for the smart factory era.

Leadership today is not a question of hierarchies, but of attitude, says Horstmeier, describing the core of her leadership philosophy.

BMW drives CO2 reduction with workforce engagement

2025-02-03T16:00:00+00:00By Andrea Hoffmann-Topp

BMW’s strategy for CO2 reduction goes beyond targets, embedding sustainability into operations, workforce training and leadership incentives.

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Register now - Digital twins: faster, more transparent production planning

2025-02-03T10:55:00+00:00

In this AMS livestream, the first in a new series focused on smart factory and digitalisation, our editors and experts will examine how digital twins are being scaled for large and small automotive production projects.

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Register now - Futureproofing factories: Agility and flexibility in production

2025-02-03T10:54:00+00:00

This AMS livestream will explore how manufacturers are using digital tools to optimise current production lines for flexibility and futureproof planned facilities, including layout optimisation, flexible automation and planning for flexibility.

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Register now - Shopfloor tools: Human-centric digitalisation in production

2025-02-03T10:53:00+00:00

This AMS livestream will spotlight how advanced digital tools and automation can be best geared to support manufacturing associates, including shopfloor workers and engineers, to maximise value-added activities, increase quality and improve safety.

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Data-driven decision-making for sustainable automotive production

2025-01-28T20:53:00+00:00By

Data-driven decision-making is revolutionising automotive manufacturing. By leveraging AI and big data analytics, OEMs and suppliers are optimising operations, minimising waste, and achieving ambitious sustainability goals.

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BMW conquers Mexico with sustainable production

2024-11-19T15:30:00+00:00By Andrea Hoffmann-Topp

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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Rivian and Volkswagen Group JV to create electric architectures and software

2024-11-17T20:07:00+00:00By

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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BMW’s Regensburg plant wins flexibility, digital production award

2024-10-24T10:21:00+01:00By

The Regensburg plant has been awarded “Factory of the Year” for its flexibility and digital innovation in large-scale assembly, a significant win for the automotive giant.

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Antolin, Gestamp and Fersa using AI to improve production operations

2024-08-13T08:45:00+01:00By

Spanish parts makers are pushing process improvements across their businesses using the latest digital technology

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Nissan and Honda agree to joint research for next-gen SDV platform

2024-08-01T19:37:00+01:00By

The two companies have agreed to joint research in fundamental technologies next-generation software-defined vehicles (SDVs).

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Global IT outage affects Mercedes-Benz production

2024-07-19T14:31:00+01:00By

Everstream Analytics confirmed to AMS that automotive production halts have been reported due to the IT outage.

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In Emden, VW wants to leave the Passat behind

2024-07-10T13:00:00+01:00By

Volkswagen is using the latest production technology and some novel in-plant logistics to ramp up EV production in Emden

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Virtual production networks are able to solve diverse complexities

2024-07-02T00:51:00+01:00By

This is how digital twins are reshaping automotive manufacturing from enhanced simulations to greater flexibility and global collaboration.

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Volkswagen invests $5B in Rivian to forge EV-software Joint Venture

2024-06-27T09:03:00+01:00By

Volkswagen’s $5B investment in Rivian aims to enhance EV technology and software, boosting market confidence and industry innovation.

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Is ABB Robotics’ new inkjet paint tech the future of automotive paintshop?

2024-06-19T16:18:00+01:00By

ABB Robotics’ new automotive paint tech could reshape automotive paintshops, cutting energy costs & waste for increased efficiency and sustainability.

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Comau’s Innovations and Solutions in Battery Manufacturing

2024-06-17T10:43:00+01:00By

Comau leads the charge in battery innovation, offering end-to-end solutions from assembly to recycling. Catch them at the Battery Show in Stuttgart, June 18-20.

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Sames solves for BMW & Mercedes: Adhesive tech in bodyshop & glazing

2024-06-16T23:01:00+01:00By

Sames innovates with custom adhesive solutions for BMW & Mercedes, enhancing carbon fiber body assembly and glazing applications with tailored systems and rigorous testing.

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Q&A with Patrice Haettel: CEO of powertrain tech firm, HORSE

2024-05-22T11:05:00+01:00By

We interviewed powertrain producer HORSE’s CEO, Patrice Haettel, to talk battery tech, flexible production, sustainability, data, digitalisation, and more