Manufacturing: Page 6
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Courtesy of Rimac Technologies
BMW, Rimac Technology to co-produce battery tech for EVs
The electric vehicle technology company expects the partnership — its largest and most ambitious yet — will help it become a high-volume Tier 1 automotive supplier.
By Eric Walz • April 16, 2024 -
Courtesy of BMW Group AG
BMW, Tata Technologies to collaborate on software-defined vehicles
The deal adds to a trend of automakers seeking out external tech expertise to help develop next-generation vehicles.
By Eric Walz • April 12, 2024 -
Courtesy of Kia Corporation
Kia wants electrified vehicles to make up 58% of sales by 2030
The automaker will lean more into hybrid vehicles as short-term EV demand stagnates.
By Eric Walz • April 11, 2024 -
Courtesy of Rivian Automotive
Rivian keeps production pace as it preps for plant retooling
The startup’s CFO said the new technology at the facility will result in “significant cost savings.”
By Haley Cawthon • April 9, 2024 -
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Mercedes-Benz workers in Alabama file for UAW election
A “supermajority” of the more than 5,000 autoworkers at the facility filed a petition with the National Labor Relations Board, the UAW announced Friday.
By Kalena Thomhave and Haley Cawthon • April 5, 2024 -
Courtesy of Ford Motor Co.
Ford to expand hybrid offerings, delay EV launches
With demand for EVs decreasing, the automaker will focus on launching new hybrid models and upgrading its manufacturing facilities.
By Eric Walz • April 5, 2024 -
Courtesy of Tesla Inc.
Tesla deliveries fall to lowest level since 2020
The automaker produced over 46,000 more vehicles than it delivered in Q1 2024.
By Eric Walz • April 4, 2024 -
Bill Pugliano via Getty Images
Ford CEO Jim Farley earned over $26M in 2023
He’s the latest Detroit Three executive to receive record compensation.
By Michael Brady • April 1, 2024 -
Tasos Katopodis via Getty Images
How auto supply chain managers can navigate the Baltimore port stoppages
Automakers and suppliers should consider alternative port assessments and review their contracts and obligations, experts say.
By Kelly Stroh • March 29, 2024 -
Retrieved from Lamar Johnson Collaborative on March 27, 2024.
BMW supplier investing $1.5B to expand South Carolina operations
AESC is adding a second battery factory at the site, which will supply the automaker's EV assembly facility in Mexico.
By Sara Samora • March 28, 2024 -
Courtesy of Hyundai Motor Group
Hyundai to invest billions in South Korea to boost EV production
The automaker will also advance the development of software-defined vehicles and other technologies.
By Michael Brady • March 28, 2024 -
Courtesy of Nissan Motor Co. Ltd
Nissan’s new EV plan aims for significant cost reduction
‘The Arc’ plan includes launching new EVs, manufacturing improvements and the adoption of new technologies to boost global sales.
By Eric Walz , Michael Brady • March 26, 2024 -
Retrieved from Volkswagen Group of America on March 25, 2024
VW plant in Tennessee to hold UAW vote in April
It’s the first nonunion auto plant to hold a United Auto Workers election since the union won major concessions from the Detroit Three automakers last fall, according to the UAW.
By Michael Brady • March 25, 2024 -
Courtesy of Fisker Inc.
Fisker’s future in doubt after deal with major automaker falls through
The fledgling automaker had reportedly been in talks with Nissan Motor Corp.
By Michael Brady • March 25, 2024 -
Courtesy of GKN Automotive.
GKN Automotive to shutter North Carolina facility
The closure, part of the auto parts maker's reorganization plan, will impact 247 workers.
By Sara Samora • March 21, 2024 -
Courtesy of Apptronik
Mercedes-Benz to pilot humanoid robots in its manufacturing facilities
The auto manufacturer plans to use the robots to perform physically demanding or repetitive tasks that are often more hazardous to humans.
By Eric Walz • March 20, 2024 -
Courtesy of Hyundai Motor Group
IIHS makes top pick safety award tougher for automakers
The changes to the 2024 award criteria are designed to encourage automakers to pursue higher levels of vehicle safety, IIHS said.
By Eric Walz • March 19, 2024 -
Courtesy of Fisker, Inc.
Fisker to halt production, raise $150M with future in doubt
The potential cash infusion and production stoppage could help the EV startup stay afloat as it seeks a partnership with a major automaker.
By Michael Brady • March 18, 2024 -
Courtesy of Volkswagen Group
VW plant in Tennessee seeks UAW vote, union says
It’s the first non-union auto plant to ask for a union election since the United Auto Workers won major concessions from the Detroit Three automakers last fall.
By Michael Brady • March 18, 2024 -
Courtesy of Lithium Americas
Biden administration boosts EV supply chain with $2B lithium loan
The money will fund processing facilities at Lithium Americas’ upcoming Nevada project. General Motors has exclusive purchasing rights to all lithium production for up to 15 years.
By Kate Magill • March 18, 2024 -
Courtesy of Panasonic Energy of North America.
Panasonic Energy, H&T Recharge sign battery can supply deal
The EV battery maker's latest transaction is part of its goal to strengthen its supply chain in North America, the company said.
By Sara Samora • March 14, 2024 -
Courtesy of Schaeffler
Schaeffler to open $230M Ohio auto manufacturing plant
The Dover facility will produce parts like electric axles for light- and medium-duty vehicles and is expected to be finished by 2025.
By Joelle Anselmo • March 13, 2024 -
Courtesy of Toyota Motor North America
Autoworkers are trying to unionize a Toyota plant in Missouri, UAW says
The Troy facility is the first Toyota plant to publicly announce its organizing efforts since the United Auto Workers launched its nationwide campaign, the labor union said.
By Eric Walz • March 11, 2024 -
Courtesy of Stellantis
Stellantis invests 5.6B euros in South America
The automaker plans to launch more than 40 new products through 2030, including vehicles powered by “Bio-Hybrid” powertrain technologies.
By Eric Walz • March 11, 2024 -
Phillip Faraone for Rivian via Getty Images
Rivian halts construction on $5B Georgia EV facility
The electric vehicle maker plans to produce its R2 model at its Illinois facility instead, starting in the first half of 2026.
By Sara Samora • March 8, 2024
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