EV Manufacturing News
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BMW’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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Interview
For 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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Voice
Precise 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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BYD 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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Stellantis’ 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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GM 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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GAC 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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Oyak 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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Scania 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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Korean 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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Hyundai and Skoda sign MOU on hydrogen tech collaboration
Hyundai and Skoda will work together on hydrogen fuel cell technologies for mobility applications.
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Northvolt cuts 1,600 jobs as Europe’s EV battery hopes dim
As Northvolt cuts 1,600 jobs and scales back its ambitions, Europe’s hopes of leading the EV battery race face serious competition and sluggish market growth.
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Stellantis invests $406M in three Michigan plants for EV strategy
Stellantis invests $406M in Michigan to boost EV production, supporting its multi-energy strategy and the Dare Forward 2030 plan for electrification.
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Denso expands EV-focused inverter line and digital production
Denso ramps up inverter production and unveils plans for a next-generation, digital, and fully automated plant in line with its vision of a sustainably electrified future
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Holon’s autonomous shuttle vehicle plant to take shape in Florida
Holon’s autonomous mover, a game-changer in urban transportation, is coming to Jacksonville.
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BYD halts Mexico plant eyeing 2024 US election outcome
Chinese EV giant BYD has put its Mexico plant plans on hold, citing uncertainty over US trade policies. The company will reassess its decision after the 2024 US election.
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Crisis? VW warns of closures and job losses amid EV struggles
Volkswagen signals potential German plant closures and ends a decades-old job security agreement as it faces declining EV demand and profitability.
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UK Car production slows as industry transitions to EVs
UK car production drops 14.4% in July, driven by model changeovers and supply chain challenges, but EVs maintain a strong foothold in the industry.
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GM and Samsung SDI seal $3.5B deal for Indiana EV battery plant
GM and Samsung SDI have finalised a $3.5B partnership to build a high-capacity EV battery plant in Indiana, aiming to power future electric vehicles.