All articles by Ilkhan Ozsevim – Page 12
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NewsFord partners with EcoPro BM and SK On to build cathode plant in North America bolstering EV SC in region
The new plant marks Ford’s first investment in the region and is part of the OEMs wider objective of localising key battery raw materials processing operations in closer proximity to its EV production hubs.
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NewsToyota’s huge production shutdown was due to a simple parts-ordering “system update”
Just a few short days ago, AMS reported on Toyota’s Japanese production coming to a standstill due to what was at the time, nebulously being referred to as a ‘systems’ failure. Since then it has been revealed that…
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NewsContinental digitises European automotive manufacturing plant with a private 5G Network
The private 5G network is powered by T-Mobile in Czechia. With plans to integrate over 1,000 devices and sensors within the plant’s expansive 5,000 square metres, the company’s smart network promises to create an interconnected ecosystem that enables seamless communication between employees, machinery and devices such as sensors, production robots and autonomous transport vehicles.
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NewsToyota’s production grinds to a halt in Japan amid system failure
The malfunction, which is currently under investigation, has left Toyota unable to order critical components necessary for its assembly lines. While concerns naturally arise regarding cyberattacks in today’s digital age, a spokesperson from the company has suggested that this issue is “likely not due to a cyberattack.” Nonetheless, experts are working diligently to identify the root cause of the problem.
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NewsHyundai invests $290m in HMMA plant for enhanced production of Santa Fe SUV
Hyundai’s Alabama plant gears up for expanded 5th gen SUV production, reflecting its evolving global manufacturing strategy.
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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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NewsJLR to boost West Midlands workforce for new body shop and EVs
JLR will recruit 300 technicians and engineers for body shop production, testing and development, highlighting its commitment to West Midlands manufacturing and electric vehicle innovation.
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NewsChinese Tech giant Baidu forms second automotive JV with Geely to expand into automotive manufacturing
The partnership will focus on production capability as well as new energy vehicle sales, automobile component retail, EV charging infrastructure, battery sales and pre-owned vehicle brokerage.
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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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NewsFord restarts electric F-150 Lightning production in Dearborn following retooling and expansion
The OEM has retooled its Rouge Electric Vehicle Center to build 150,000 units per year at, and is increasing manufacturing capabilities to produce more trim options.
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NewsVW and Audi strengthen partnership with SAIC and Xpeng to expand EV production and development in China for China strategy
Volkswagen invests $700m in Xpeng and will partner on tech and platform, while Audi expands partnership with SAIC and will produce vehicles on one of its platforms.
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ArticleAutomatica 2023: Revealing key trends shaping the automotive manufacturing industry
The Automatica exhibition 2023 focused on smart automation and robotics. AMS speaks to leading experts who were there on the main takeaways from the show.
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NewsMagna to invest $790m to build three new factories for Ford battery enclosures in EV production push
The company will be on the of the first to join the supplier network park at Ford’s Blue Oval City complex and expects to employ 1,300 people expanding its EV-focused footprint.
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NewsFoxconn partners with ZF to expand chassis manufacturing and development
The companies will form a joint venture to grow chassis business for both ICE and EVs, leveraging ZF’s production knowhow and Foxconn’s reach in fast-growing markets in Asia.
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NewsBMW begins production of its fully-electric i5 model at Dingolfing plant
Phasing into the EV market, the i5 hits production lines at BMW’s largest European plant, expected to cover 40% of the OEM’s total EV output by 2024
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NewsArcelorMittal and Gestamp partner to enhance scrap steel utilisation in automotive manufacturing
Key collaboration between ArcelorMittal and Gestamp optimises automotive manufacturing through enhanced scrap steel utilisation
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NewsTesla’s Cybertruck enters long-awaited production as company reaches record production volume
Tesla’s Cybertruck marks a pivotal milestone as it enters production at Giga Texas, while its latest financial report shows huge progress in production after years of manufacturing challenges and delays.
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NewsVW subsidiary PowerCo develops “gamechanger” in battery cell production: Dry Coating
PowerCo’s breakthrough ‘dry coating’ battery cell production technology paves the way for sustainable and cost-efficient manufacturing.
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NewsAudi leads manufacturing skills transformation as it launches first EV from Ingolstadt plant
Audi’s launch of the all-electric Q6 e-tron series has catalysed a major reskilling project, as the shift to e-mobility is demanding skills development. Other manufacturers, such as ZF, have also been cultivating internal talent.