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NewsGoogle’s Clausen takes GM manufacturing mantle as EVP Johnson retires
Major leadership changes at GM as Gerald Johnson retires after 44 years. Google’s Jens Peter Clausen steps in while Mike Abbott steps down for health reasons.
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CommentChallenges looming for US vehicle production
EV production in the US is facing headwinds from both weakening demand and foreign competition.
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NewsGM and Honda JV ‘FCSM’ begins producing hydrogen battery fuel cells
GM-Honda collaboration FCSM kicks off hydrogen fuel cell production at its Michigan plant, setting a new standard in sustainable battery technology
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ArticleGM appoints ex-Tesla executive to new VP of batteries role
The newly created role further emphasises GM’s focus on EV - and battery - manufacturing to deliver profitable, low cost, high performing EVs to customers at scale.
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NewsIs cost-cutting the newest trend among OEMs in Europe 2024? Watch this space…
As Renault and VW move towards major and comprehensive cost-cutting projects, with the squeeze of uncertainties and inefficiencies, is this liable to spread?
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NewsFord scales down planned Michigan EV plant, GM scraps EV target
Ford has downsized its planned EV plant in Marshall and GM has scrapped EV production targets as consumer EV demand dwindles.
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NewsGM secures ex-Tesla gigacasting specialist TEI: portents of a production pivot?
GM’s recent acquisition of TEI, a company with a notable history of collaboration with Tesla in pioneering gigacasting technology, has set the automotive industry abuzz. With an estimated value approaching $100m the strategic move may indicated GM’s positioning to bolster its manufacturing capabilities in gigacasting.
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NewsUAW workers ratify deals with GM, Ford and Stellantis
Members of the United Auto Workers union (UAW) have ratified the tentative deals with GM, Ford and Stellantis following weeks of strikes against the Detroit ‘Big Three’.
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NewsImpact of UAW strikes could leave suppliers at financial risk
Despite tentative deals, the impact of the UAW strikes on Ford, GM and Stellantis could have already put suppliers at financial risk.
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ArticleBack in the USA
The AMS Automotive Evolution North America event delivered expert panels and a fully engaged audience. Here are some of the highlights from the sessions.
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MagazineAMS Autumn 2023 – Continental Shift
In this latest AMS digital edition we have a special focus on the North American automotive industry with big investments in electric vehicle and battery production
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NewsUAW strikes against Ford, GM and Stellantis: UAW strike costs GM $1.1 bn
The strikes are targeting one facility from each OEM to begin with, but the union said this could increase as time goes on.
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NewsUAW workers start strike against GM, Ford and Stellantis
Union members begin their strike following failed negotiations with the OEMs for a new contract.
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NewsBig three strikes ‘potentially a major economic crisis’
If strikes do happen following the 14th September deadline, expert lawyers say there will be a devastating impact on the automotive industry.
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NewsGM pauses production of trucks due to parts shortage
The production pauses come at an already challenging time for GM due to recent union negotiations.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Hyundai’s plan to acquire GM India’s plant will boost market share and EV capacity
Hyundai’s acquisition of GM India’s Talegaon plant signals intent to boost Indian manufacturing and further accelerate EV production plans.
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NewsGM announces $60m Series B investment in AI-powered battery materials trailblazer Mitra Chem
GM and Mitra Chem will work together to develop “advanced iron-based cathode active materials (CAM), like lithium manganese iron phosphate (LMFP), to power affordable and accessible EV batteries compatible with GM’s EV propulsion architecture, the Ultium Platform.”
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NewsGM faces ongoing Ultium technology-related battery production delays slowing EV output
The OEMs Cadillac Lyriq and BrightDrop van manufacturing levels continue to be impacted due to battery module assembly issues.
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ArticleIndia’s light vehicle demand is rising again, and so is manufacturing investment
India has long been seen as the next big thing in automotive manufacturing. Will new investment help it realise its potential?
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NewsGM set to invest $920m in Ohio DMAX engine plant
This is the latest in a string of investments that GM has announced for both its ICE and EV facilities.