Latest automation and digitalisation stories
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ArticleChina’s rare earth curb shakes global auto production
China’s rare earth export clampdown risks halting EV and auto production worldwide, hitting magnet supply for motors, semiconductors and AI-driven systems.
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ArticleHonda looks to master flexibility to futureproof production operations
Honda North America’s newly upgraded production operations in Ohio are going to be the OEM’s template for flexible production of ICE, hybrids and EVs on a single line.
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ArticleVW’s Bratislava and Pamplona gain strategic production value
VW ramps up production in Slovakia and Spain, shifting key models like the Passat and future EVs away from Germany to cut costs and drive innovation.
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Article“Pure electrical production is not our goal”
Mercedes-Benz Bremen is building 10 models across drivetrains, piloting AI tools and expanding Maybach production—without committing to full electrification.
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Webinar
Register now: Automotive Gateway Mobilizer - Mastering Communication Challenges in Battery and EV Components End-of-Line Tests
In this this product showcase HMS will present solutions supporting battery and EV component end-of-line tests.
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New whitepaper: BASF and Catena-X: Creating a more connected and efficient automotive industry
This whitepaper provides an in-depth look at how BASF, as a top 30 global automotive supplier, is leveraging Catena-X to enhance supply chain transparency, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive efficiency.
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ArticleSiemens’ OT networking blueprint: Transforming automotive manufacturing with digitalisation
How a future-ready OT network can drive efficiency, security, and flexibility in smart factories.
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NewsHairpins and horsepower: how JLR’s copper loops are reshaping EVs
JLR is using hairpin winding machines to supercharge EV motor production, blending cutting-edge precision with traditional craftsmanship in Wolverhampton.
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NewsBMW powers up Debrecen plant for Neue Klasse rollout
BMW’s Debrecen plant comes online with modular EV assembly and just-in-sequence logistics as it prepares to build the next-gen BMW iX3 from late 2025.
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ArticleFuture-ready: BMW’s digital transformation of its Munich plant and beyond
BMW isn’t just adapting its product portfolio it’s reengineering the entire production operation, prioritising flexibility, digitalisation, and long-term operational efficiency.
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NewsJAC expands Mexican plant to boost EV and truck output
JAC Motors is expanding its Mexican plant to raise output by 30% and build EVs, trucks and pickups, targeting 60,000 units and future-proofing local production
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NewsJLR creates 150 EV manufacturing roles in the UK
JLR is recruiting 150 EV technicians in the UK to support the production of Range Rover Electric and next-generation battery and drive unit manufacturing.
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NewsMercedes-Benz advances AI and robotics in production
Mercedes-Benz is redefining production at Berlin-Marienfelde with AI and humanoid robots, pioneering digital manufacturing methods for a more intelligent future.
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Webinar
Watch now: Digital Transformation at Inflection Point within Automotive Manufacturing
In this livestream, Digital Transformation at Inflection Point within Automotive Manufacturing, an expert panel gave insights to and discussed the results of the North American Automotive Manufacturing Digital Transformation Survey 2025.
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ArticleFrom battery maker to EV leader: BYD’s strategic rise
How BYD achieved global production growth with vertical integration, platform standardisation, automation, and global supply chain finesse
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ArticleHow the EV shift sparked integrated Design For Manufacture (DFM)
Automotive leaders at the AMS Evolution panel reveal how digital twin simulation and cross-functional collaboration are reshaping EV design and production
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ArticleThe urgency for enhanced Design For Manufacture (DFM) in vehicle production
This is how Design For Manufacture is transforming automotive production with digital tools, collaboration, and agile strategies as Chinese OEMs outpace global rivals. With Western carmakers falling behind, expansion is critical.
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AnalysisAMS/ABB Automotive Manufacturing Outlook Survey 2024 results
The AMS/ABB 2024 survey reveals key automotive manufacturing trends, from rising costs to trade disputes and the shift to smart factories.
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ArticleRevolutionising Automotive Manufacturing: Flexibility, Efficiency, and Sustainability with Siemens
Discover how Siemens’ innovative solutions empower automakers to meet the challenges of EVs, sustainability, and smart manufacturing. Download the whitepaper to explore actionable insights.
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ArticleSmart factories and partners power JLR’s circular seat foam
JLR’s Circularity Lab is redefining sustainability through digital tools and collaboration, turning seat foam waste into a scalable closed-loop material solution.