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VideoZF’s Fernando Bera on data-driven efficiency in smart factory transformation
Reducing production costs and fostering early collaboration are essential for affordable EV production, says Gestamp’s Paul Belanger.
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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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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.
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VideoFord’s Rajeev Kalamdani on challenges in smart factory digitalisation
Overcoming legacy systems, building tech-savvy teams and driving collaboration for digital success is central to smart factory transformation, says Ford’s Rajeev Kalamdani
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NewsVW faces cost cuts amid German industry pressures
Volkswagen plans bold cost cuts to address “structural problems” targeting German operations to shore up its competitiveness and secure future stability.
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ArticleThe Trump Presidency and the fate of global automotive production
The US election could redefine automotive production worldwide, impacting tariffs, EV policies, and trade relations across the US, Europe, and Mexico.
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NewsGlobal car manufacturers target Korea’s booming import market
Foreign carmakers eye Korea as local demand grows for imported vehicles over domestic brands.
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NewsMercedes-Benz Trucks Mannheim plant to start production of eActros 600 components
Series production of the eActros 600 will start at the end of November at the Mercedes-Benz plant in Wörth supported by components produced at Mannheim.
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ArticleHow HORSE is reimagining smart factories in powertrain production
HORSE’s digital production model drives innovation in powertrain manufacturing, setting new benchmarks in efficiency, flexibility, and sustainability.
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NewsBMW’s Regensburg plant wins flexibility, digital production award
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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NewsPorsche’s MHP Consulting UK appoints Bodo Philipp as CEO
MHP Consulting UK welcomes Bodo Philipp as CEO, with a focus on digital transformation, OEM engagement and team empowerment across traditional and EV sectors
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NewsGM Ventures invests $10m in Forge Nano to improve EV battery performance and reduce costs
General Motors and Forge Nano have entered a strategic partnership agreement to collaborate on atomic layer deposition applications for GM’s electric vehicle batteries.
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NewsBYD and Apple’s secret EV battery partnership revealed
Reports reveal how BYD’s secretive collaboration with Apple has shaped the electric vehicle battery technology that powers millions of BYD’s cars today, even after Apple abandoned its car project.
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NewsGM ditches Ultium in EV strategy revamp as ICE persists
General Motors will retire its Ultium brand in favour of a multi-chemistry EV battery approach, while reaffirming steady profits and rising EV sales amid strong ICE vehicle demand.
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NewsGAC eyes EV production in Europe to avoid looming tariffs
As EU tariffs loom, Chinese automaker GAC is actively exploring local production of EVs in Europe, with its electric SUV set to launch in 2025 at under €40,000 ($43,610)
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ArticleVW's Thomas Hegel Gunther: “We cannot afford to make any mistakes”
The Volkswagen Autoeuropa plant in Portugal is a testament to the power of continuous improvement and efficient production and logistics. Despite being over three decades old, the factory has consistently achieved high levels of productivity and received recognition for its lean practices.