Latest News & Features – Page 12
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NewsFord revises EV strategy and boosts hybrid production
Ford cancels planned three-row EV SUV, delays opening of Tennessee EV plant and realigns US battery cell production.
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NewsStellantis appoints Tim Fallon as head of manufacturing North America
Fallon’s experience in his previous role at Rivian will support Stellantis’ ramp up of electric vehicle (EV) production.
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ArticleCan Rivian navigate production challenges in the EV world?
Pure-EV player, Rivian, is making strides in the EV market with innovative EVs and ambitious expansion plans. But can the OEM achieve production scaling?
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ArticleAgenda Announced for the 3rd US Automotive Wire Harness & EDS Conference
Following the success of the last two conferences held in 2022 and 2023, the Automotive Wire Harness & EDS Conference (AWH Detroit) is gearing up for its third instalment.
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NewsGM continues path towards 2040 carbon neutral target
General Motors (GM) boosts renewable energy sourcing and reduces natural gas consumption to support sustainability targets.
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NewsPolestar starts US production of the Polestar 3
Polestar has started production of its Polestar 3 SUV at the Volvo plant in Ridgeville, South Carolina.
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NewsStellantis reorganises production operations at Warren Truck Assembly Plant
Stellantis will end of production of Ram 1500 classic at Warren Truck Assembly Plant, refocussing operations on Wagoneer SUV production
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ArticleAntolin, Gestamp and Fersa using AI to improve production operations
Spanish parts makers are pushing process improvements across their businesses using the latest digital technology
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NewsKorea’s LG, SK On and Samsung lead Prismatic battery revival
South Korean battery powerhouses LG Energy Solution, SK On, and Samsung SDI are driving a resurgence in prismatic battery technology, challenging the dominance of other battery formats in the EV market.
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NewsUnipart strengthens UK lightweighting production expertise
Unipart acquires Formaplex to bolster UK polymer production, driving innovation in automotive lightweighting for ICE and EVs.
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CommentPoor financial results and slow EV transition forces Nissan to rethink plans
Nissan looks to cut production costs and rebalance production operations in the face of poor financial results.
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NewsStryten and Dragonfly agree to electrify US automotive production
Stryten Energy teams up with Dragonfly Energy to expand reach of ‘Battle Born Batteries’ into new markets, offering complete lithium battery solutions.
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AnalysisDespite industry fears, global EV sales reach record highs
Is the ‘EV crash’ hype or reality? Uncover the truth, as global data reveals a different story. Analysis by Daniel Harrison, Ultima Media.
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NewsNissan and Honda agree to joint research for next-gen SDV platform
The two companies have agreed to joint research in fundamental technologies next-generation software-defined vehicles (SDVs).
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NewsMusk halts Tesla Mexico gigafactory until after US election
Investment in the facility at the current time would be “impractical”, according to Musk.
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NewsIs Tesla’s EV share dwindling as competition heats up?
EV market dynamics shift as competition intensifies. Can Tesla maintain its lead?
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NewsFord bolsters battery manufacturing with White’s global role
Ford appoints Chris White as Chief Engineer to spearhead global battery manufacturing, pointing to its commitment to electrification and innovation.
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NewsToyota West Virginia starts production of new hybrid transaxle
Production of this fifth-generation hybrid transaxle is part of Toyota’s multi-pathway approach to electrification.
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NewsToyota to build EV battery plant for Lexus in Japanese island
Toyota Motor looks set to build a gigafactory in Kyushu, Japan for its Lexus brand.
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NewsUK car production drops 8% in first half of 2024
The SMMT has released the UK’s automotive production figures for the first six months of 2024