All Electrification articles – Page 2
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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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ArticleAMS Automotive Evolution: Reducing costs, fast-tracking development, embracing change
The AMS Automotive Evolution conference in Detroit brought together leading car makers and tier suppliers to discuss managing production operations as the EV transition continues.
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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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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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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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ArticleAMS Evolution 2024: Recap blog
Get insights on technologies like AI, robotics, and sustainable production systems driving flexibility and zero waste in factories at the second AMS Evolution North America Conference 2024
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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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InterviewFor Chris Glover, change is the only constant at VW’s Chattanooga plant
The Volkswagen US plant leader manages market and technology complexity through flexible facility design, digitalisation, training and engagement with workers
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VoicePrecise assembly processes for battery packs
Battery manufacturers face tough challenges. SAMES has the solutions. From precise application to high-volume production, their advanced systems are redefining the industry.
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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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ArticleNew eBook: Better, faster, more affordable EV battery manufacturing
A new eBook by Hexagon explores insights to help you make high quality, low cost EV batteries.
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NewsStellantis’ production absorbs supply chain and logistics
Stellantis shifts its supply chain and logistics under manufacturing to enhance collaboration and flexibility, marking a key leadership shake-up amidst a turbulent market.
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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.
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NewsOyak Horse hits 7.5 million engine milestone, adds 100 new jobs
Oyak Horse hits 7.5 million engines produced at its Bursa plant, driving growth in hybrid production and creating new jobs to meet global market demand.
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ArticleStatevolt pivots from EV Batteries to Energy Storage Solutions
Statevolt pauses US plans, focusing on UAE gigafactory. Carlstrom explains the shift to ESS and challenges in the EV sector.
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NewsScania achieves sustainable gearbox remanufacturing
Scania sets a new standard by using remanufactured gearboxes in its main production line, drastically cutting material use and emissions in a global first for heavy vehicle manufacturing
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NewsKorean consortium aims to revamp EV battery production
A groundbreaking project between Hyundai Motor, Kia, Hyundai Steel, and EcoPro BM seeks to advance EV battery production by directly synthesising LFP cathode material, promising reduced emissions, lower costs, and enhanced performance.
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ArticleBMW: ‘Designing for Circularity’ to lead in sustainability
BMW leads the charge in sustainable automotive production. Their ’Design for Circularity’ approach focuses on recycled materials, reduced parts, and optimised disassembly. Join us as we explore how BMW is shaping a greener future. Ilkhan Ozsevim speaks to Head of Engineering, Roberto Rossetti.